Norwegian law enforcement officers have busted a huge doping ring. More than 10 individuals related to illicit actions were arrested. Six persons were sentenced to jail.
According to statements of the newspaper Dagens N?ringsliv (DN), the doping ring was set in Trondheim. DN provided own investigation linked with illegal sale of anabolic steroids in Norway. Police investigated the case.
It is supposed that a secret center is established in Trondheim. It controls illicit sale of doping drugs and money laundering.
The arrested individuals were connected with bodybuilding, fitness and health industries in Norway. Several persons were arrested at their homes; others – in business offices, car lots and tram stops.
Police officers suggest that some persons are hidden by the names of Guru and Karma.
Robert Eilertsen is included in those who have been arrested. He is an operator and editor of a fitness blog. This person coached top sportspeople within football, boxing, handball, etc.
It is suspected that Eilertsen and some other individuals have provided dangerous doping medications to Norwegian youth during several years.
About 60 police officers were implicated in raids. The raids caused 11 arrests.
Since the investigation continues, police officers say nothing about their further actions.
Norwegian customs officers and tax authorities assisted the investigation.
Many computers and certain documents were seized during raids of homes, business officers, cars, etc.
Eilertsen and Gunnar Strand Jacobsen, another arrested individual, have denied their connections with doping products. Jacobsen is the owner of Kaliber Gym in Trondheim, one of the most famous gyms in Norway. Jacobsen was personal trainer of sportspersons that got prizes. He coached sportspersons who attended to different sports. He is claimed to be a high-qualified nutrition expert.
The raid was called “Operation Gilde”.
Eilertsen and Jacobsen are charged with sale of doping medications and money laundering.
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