13 detained in Istanbul and Ankara-based fake health product operation
While thousands of boxes of fake dietary supplements, medicines, and health bands were seized in simultaneous operations, the suspects' money transfers are being investigated.
13 suspects were detained in simultaneous fake health product operations carried out in Istanbul and Ankara, and thousands of boxes of products were seized at the addresses.
Start of the Operation
Teams from the Istanbul Police Department's Financial Crimes Investigation Branch launched an investigation under the coordination of the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
Tip-off and Financial Review
Following the tip-off that fake products were sent abroad and their proceeds were brought in off the books, Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK) reports were examined.
Simultaneous Raids
Within the scope of the ongoing investigation, simultaneous operations were organized at designated addresses in Istanbul and Ankara.
Seized Products
During searches at the suspects' addresses, a large number of dietary supplements, medicines, and health bands were seized.