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Europol arrests 12 over alleged trafficking linked to online gambling in Spain

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Europol said 12 members of a criminal group were arrested over the alleged trafficking of Ukrainian women to Spain to open bank and online gambling accounts. Authorities reported 55 victims and estimated that the group made more than $2 million; investigators also found deposits of €2.7 million and withdrawals of €4.7 million across gambling accounts.

The arrests highlight trafficking linked to gambling accounts, with authorities reporting victims and substantial account activity.

Earlier fines and penalties by Europol

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Not namedNot statedEuropol and police arrest five suspects in Stockholm illegal gambling investigationNot stated
Not namedEUR 20,000,000Police disrupt illegal gambling network in Sweden and SpainNot stated
Not namedNot statedEuropol raids suspected illegal gambling sites in Sweden and SpainNot stated
Not namedNot statedSwedish authorities raid unlicensed Stockholm poker clubNot stated

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