Search at Dats.Team office and arrests in St. Petersburg

In Russia, police in St. Petersburg conducted a search at the Dats.Team office and detained the alleged organizer and the head of the financial division, reports the channel of Interior Ministry spokesperson Irina Volk.

Case of an illegal online casino

Detention of suspected participants

Police officers shut down the operation of an illegal online casino. The suspected organizer of the criminal business and the head of the financial division were detained.

How the project was organized

According to law enforcement authorities, the structure was organized following the model of a large company. Specialists from different fields were involved in the project, ranging from marketers to IT developers.

PR managers promoted gambling services and attracted new players through online advertising. Technical specialists developed software and ensured the stable operation of the platform.

Revenue and criminal case

Preliminary revenue estimate

According to preliminary police estimates, the revenue from the activity amounted to about ₽13 million (approximately $162,000).

Criminal code article

Investigative authorities opened a criminal case under Part 3 of Article 171.2 of the Russian Criminal Code, which provides liability for the illegal organization of gambling activities. The maximum penalty under this article is up to six years in prison.

Investigative actions

Searches and seizure of equipment

Searches were conducted at the company’s office and at the residences of the suspects. Police seized computer equipment, documentation, and other items that may serve as evidence in the investigation.

Search for accomplices

Police continue measures aimed at establishing all circumstances of the illegal activity and detaining possible accomplices.