Brazilian authorities raided a criminal gold mining operation in the Amazon, seizing 3.1 tonnes of gold, arresting suspects, and freezing assets worth over $514 million.
Brazilian authorities raided a criminal organization involved in illegal gold mining in the Amazon, seizing 3.1 tonnes of gold and arresting multiple suspects. The operation, mainly in southern Para state, revealed the gold was laundered using fraudulent documents. Assets worth over $514 million were frozen, and four local officials were removed from their positions. The crackdown also led to the suspension of companies and revocation of mining licenses, highlighting the involvement of Indigenous individuals.
September 10, 2024
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