Turkey has launched a new crackdown on illegal gambling, strengthening coordination between the judiciary and law enforcement to combat unauthorised betting.
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek leads the effort, sending instructions to prosecutors nationwide. The government states this is part of its ongoing campaign against illegal gambling.
The Ministry of Justice has instructed 171 chief public prosecutor offices in all 81 provinces to strengthen investigations into illegal gambling, especially unauthorised online betting.
According to Hürriyet Daily News, prosecutors will intensify investigative efforts and systematically report cases, contributing to a more efficient and integrated information network.
The plan includes holding twice-yearly coordination meetings between the judiciary, police, and specialised units to improve investigations and address challenges.
The new strategy aims to improve digital investigations. Turkish authorities are encountering more cases involving online platforms, offshore servers, and hard-to-trace payment systems.
Minister Gürlek has directed prosecutors to collect and review digital evidence, manage electronic data, and use asset-related measures against suspects.
The government says improved cooperation and information sharing between institutions is essential to a more effective enforcement.
Officials expect regular meetings between prosecutors will standardise investigations and improve coordination across the country.
The crackdown takes place within an already strict regulatory framework. In Turkey, gambling is heavily restricted and state-controlled, with only a limited number of authorised private operators.
The restrictive framework has contributed to the growth of illegal gambling on offshore platforms. The government aims to improve investigations and identify illegal activity more effectively.
The plan aims to make existing laws more effective through institutional cooperation.
The new enforcement push follows growing concerns over illegal gambling, especially after recent cases in Turkish football. Investigations into irregular betting have thrust the issue into the spotlight.
Combating illegal betting is seen as essential to protecting both the financial system and the integrity of sports competitions.
Authorities argue that stronger investigations and better coordination are necessary to address a problem that has become global.
Turkey’s approach aligns with a global trend of stricter enforcement against illegal gambling, focusing more on investigations and oversight.
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