2024-10-31 12:30:00
Police sources confirmed that raids were being carried out on Thursday in the city of Alta Gracia and other areas in the province of Santa María on orders from the Shift 1 Prosecutor’s Office, headed by Prosecutor Diego Fernandez.
Sources who kept the details confidential told La Voz newspaper that the operation began in the early morning and lasted until just before noon.
There are at least eight procedures, most of them taking place in the city of Tahamal.
At least 30 complaints
As of Tuesday, at least 30 complaints had been received in the judicial field.
At this time, there have been no charges or arrests. However, the case is progressing steadily and news is expected in the coming days.
How the investigation started
It all started with the release of photos from the Knights League Gala in San Pedro, Buenos Aires. The platform advises users to buy cryptocurrencies, promising unimaginable profits. The problem is that this “event” was clearly a stage show and even Polish actors took part. One of them called himself Timothy and introduced himself as “Director” marketing”.
In this context, social networks revealed that a resident of Altagracia, who appeared in the city as a “captain” of cryptocurrency consulting, attended the event and may have been involved in a pyramid scheme.
Since then, rumors on social networks have turned into complaints, now numbering more than 30 (with more expected). Some versions record the city of Tahamal as having three thousand inhabitants.
Dream Tema, the local “leg”
In Alta Gracia, a foundation called “Dream Team” was established. Every night, users of the Telegram virtual platform receive advice on buying cryptocurrencies from a woman nicknamed “China.” It is doubtful that “famous” cryptocurrencies exist.
The number of complaints, the likely number of affected neighbors and the complexity associated with the computer platforms involved required the Shift I Prosecutor’s Office to request the cooperation of a specialized computer team and the Cybercrime Unit of the Judicial Police.
It is worth mentioning that in order to enter the “pyramid”, some people add US$50,000 to US$100,000, but some people sell motorcycles, cars, or even apply for loans worth millions of dollars, depending on their financial situation. The offer is very interesting: deposit pesos, receive dollars, and make daily profits between 1% and 3%.
Another issue that some complainants agreed on is that they have to keep 5% of the profits, and that money is supposedly used to help snack bars or cafeterias in the area.
Additionally, judicial sources said they were hearing testimonies from victims and witnesses who had “glimpses” of the approach.
pause
Last week, the deadline suggested by captains to platform users to return their “investments” arrived. But it didn’t happen. The platform failed and the money was not refunded.
A few days before this period expired, the alleged victim was asked to provide a new investment amount of $88 in order to “recover the funds.” Time has passed and this has not happened until now.
On the other hand, the head of the Foundation made a spontaneous statement to the Shift 1 Prosecutor’s Office.
In the meantime, the investigation continues under strict confidentiality.
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**Interview with prosecutor Diego Fernandez on cryptocurrency fraud investigations**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Prosecutor Fernandez. Could you provide an overview of the recent raids in Alta Gracia and the surrounding areas?
**Diego Fernandez:** Thank you for having me. The raids began early this morning as part of an ongoing investigation into fraudulent activities related to cryptocurrency, specifically pyramid schemes. We are monitoring and executing at least eight operations in different locations, primarily focused on Tahamal.
**Editor:** There are reports of over 30 complaints related to this case. Can you tell us what led to this increase in complaints?
**Diego Fernandez:** Certainly. The investigation was sparked by a dubious gala event that took place in San Pedro, Buenos Aires, which falsely promoted cryptocurrency investments with promises of high returns. This event featured actors and was clearly staged, but it attracted a lot of attention—especially from locals who later reported suspicious activities linked to a resident of Alta Gracia. We believe there may be more complaints as we gather more information.
**Editor:** What kind of evidence have investigators gathered so far?
**Diego Fernandez:** Our investigation is ongoing, and while we haven’t made arrests yet, we are collecting substantial evidence. This includes social media interactions and testimonies from individuals who were involved in the so-called “knights league” and other related groups. It’s important to navigate carefully as we build our case.
**Editor:** Can you share more about the so-called “Dream Team” foundation in Alta Gracia? What’s their involvement in this?
**Diego Fernandez:** The “Dream Team” foundation has been mentioned frequently in connection with these fraudulent cryptocurrency promotions. Reports indicate that they are using platforms like Telegram to attract users with dubious offers. We are taking this seriously and will look into their activities as part of the larger investigation.
**Editor:** What can the public do if they feel they have been a victim of similar schemes?
**Diego Fernandez:** We encourage anyone who suspects they have been defrauded or approached with unethical investment offers to come forward and file a report. The judicial process is designed to protect the community, and we are committed to investigating these matters thoroughly.
**Editor:** Thank you for the insight, Prosecutor Fernandez. We will follow up on the developments in this case.
**Diego Fernandez:** Thank you for covering this important issue. Public awareness is crucial in fighting these types of scams.
