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Investigation into Cláudio Castro corruption allegations

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The Brazilian Federal Police have expanded their investigation into former Rio de Janeiro Governor Cláudio Castro through ‘Operação Sem Refino 2’. Following the lifting of judicial secrecy by Supreme Federal Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes, investigators have detailed several alleged undue advantages received by Castro in exchange for facilitating the interests of the Refit refinery group. Beyond the previously identified R$ 10.5 thousand in caviar purchases, the Federal Police report now alleges that Castro received the payment of rent for his residence in Barra da Tijuca. Additionally, investigators are looking into the use of a mansion in Petrópolis that features a custom-built wine cellar valued at R$ 245,000. Authorities suggest these luxury items and services were part of a broader scheme to launder money and conceal assets through intermediaries. Investigators claim a criminal organization, allegedly led by businessman Ricardo Magro, used shell companies and ‘laranjas’ to launder money and cover Castro’s personal expenses. The probe continues to focus on potential fraud regarding environmental licenses for the ~~refinery and the connections between public agents and organized crime.~~ refinery, suggesting they were granted in violation of technical guidelines. While Castro’s defense maintains that all administrative acts were legal and denies all allegations of corruption and money laundering, the Refit group faces a separate legal crisis. The Public Ministry of Rio de Janeiro has decreed the bankruptcy of the Refit group companies, citing tax liabilities that have reached approximately R$ 25.7 billion.

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