The Argentine Gendarmerie executed a search warrant on the Casino Victoria in Victoria this week in connection to a case regarding money laundering and illicit enrichment. The focus of the investigation is the former Buenos Aires Province Cabinet Chief, Martín Insaurralde, who is now disgraced. However, the probe is expanding into other areas as well.
The Gendarmerie obtained a warrant to demand documentation from the casino, which had previously failed to comply with a prosecutor’s request for documents. The raid primarily targets Insaurralde and his ex-wife, Jesica Cirio, a television host who is also suspected of being involved in the money laundering scheme.
Cirio was previously involved in hosting a television program that was sponsored by Casino Victoria, and Insaurralde has faced scrutiny for his lavish lifestyle and spending, which brought the casino into the focus of the investigation.
The owner of Casino Victoria, Daniel Mautone, is also under suspicion of being involved in shady dealings related to his gaming operations. Mautone is allegedly a minority owner of Betsson and operates gambling venues in several provinces. While he has not been formally accused of any wrongdoing, there are suspicions that the accounts related to his gambling ventures may be rigged.
The investigation into Insaurralde’s activities has led to significant fallout, with him resigning from his political position and canceling his candidacy for a representative role in the city of Lomas de Zamora. Additionally, his girlfriend, Sofía Clérici, had her home raided by investigators, leading to the confiscation of a large sum of cash believed to be connected to the money laundering activity.
The potential bribery scheme involving Cirio and Mautone continues to be a key focus of the investigation. Questions about Insaurralde’s unexplained wealth and extravagant spending have brought his activities under intense scrutiny. Authorities are delving deep into his life, and the direction of the investigation could lead to further revelations in the future.
