understand why the Federal Police are arresting influencers like Deolane Bezerra

Deolane Bezerrabusinesswoman and influencer, was arrested in an operation carried out by the Civil Police of Pernambuco, which is investigating crimes of money laundering and illegal gambling. The arrest took place in a hotel in the São José neighborhood, in Recife, and she was taken to the Department for the Repression of Property Crimes (Depatri). This is not the first time that Deolane has been the target of investigations. In 2022, she had already been investigated for suspected involvement with Betzorda sports betting company that faced charges of crimes against the popular economy and criminal association.

Operation Integration

Operation “Integration,” which led to Deolane’s arrest, is investigating a criminal organization suspected of moving R$3 billion in four years, using illegal online gambling and various money laundering schemes. According to the Ministry of Justice and Public Security, the gang allegedly used event and advertising companies and even currency exchanges to legalize the funds obtained illegally. R$2.1 billion was frozen from the accounts of several people under investigation.

Betting platforms

In addition to Deolane, other companies and betting platforms, such as Lucky Sportsare among the main targets of the operation. The Sort Sportsand is a well-known sponsor of football teams, such as Corinthians and Guild. Seized documents indicate a direct relationship between these companies and illegal activities, reinforcing suspicions about the organization’s financial movements.

Luxury vehicles and jewelry

During the investigation, luxury vehicles, aircraft, boats, jewelry and large amounts of cash, both in euros and dollars, were seized. Among the confiscated assets were helicopters and a plane that belonged to the singer. Gustavo Lima. Police believe these items were used to conceal the criminal origin of the funds.

Deolane denies involvement

Deolane Bezerrain her testimony, denied involvement in money laundering. However, she admitted to having purchased a luxury car, a Lamborghini Urus Performante, from Darwin Henry da Silva Jr.owner of Esportes da Sorte. The vehicle was acquired for R$3.85 million, reinforcing suspicions about transactions involving high-value vehicles as a way of disguising the illicit origin of the funds.

MP points out criminal organization scheme

The Ministry of Justice pointed out that the criminal organization used fractional deposits and bank transactions to facilitate the concealment of the amounts. Furthermore, the lifestyle of those investigated was incompatible with their declared income, which drew even more attention from the authorities. The police continue to investigate the participation of other members and companies linked to the scheme.

The operation involved 170 police officers and the collaboration of Interpol, which demonstrates the scope of the investigation. The Civil Police have not yet revealed more specific details about the participation of Deolane and her mother, Solange Bezerra, in the scheme.

Lawyer for the owner of Esportes da Sorte speaks out

Deolane said her mother’s arrest was unfair and said she was confident that the investigations would prove her innocence. Darwin Henrique’s lawyer, owner of Esportes da Sorte, also spoke out, saying that his client is cooperating with the authorities and is seeking to clarify all the facts.

Summary for those in a hurry:

• Deolane Bezerra was arrested in an operation investigating money laundering and illegal gambling.
• Operation “Integration” has already blocked R$2.1 billion and investigated movements of R$3 billion.
• Esportes da Sorte, a betting platform, is one of the main targets of the investigation.
• Luxury vehicles, aircraft, jewelry and large sums of cash were seized.
• Deolane denies involvement in crimes, but admitted to purchasing a luxury car from one of those under investigation.
• The operation had the support of Interpol and involved 170 police officers.