Norwegian law enforcement officers have busted a large doping ring. Over 10 persons connected with illicit actions were arrested. Six individuals went to jail.
According to statements of the newspaper Dagens N?ringsliv (DN), the doping ring was located in Trondheim. DN published own investigation connected with illicit sale of anabolic steroids in Norway. Police investigated the case.
It is suggested that a secret center is located in Trondheim. It manages illicit distribution of doping preparations and money laundering.
The arrested persons were connected with bodybuilding, fitness and health industries in Norway. Some persons were arrested at their homes; others – in business offices, car lots and tram stops.
Police officers suggest that some individuals are masked by the names of Guru and Karma.
Robert Eilertsen is one of those who have been arrested. He is a manager and editor of a fitness blog. This person coached celebrated sportspeople within football, boxing, handball, etc.
It is supposed that Eilertsen and some other individuals have provided dangerous doping medications to Norwegian youth during numerous years.
About 60 police officers were involved in raids. The raids caused 11 arrests.
Since the investigation has not been finished, police officers don’t report about their further actions.
Norwegian customs officers and tax authorities assisted the investigation.
Numerous computers and certain documents were confiscated during raids of homes, business officers, cars, etc.
Eilertsen and Gunnar Strand Jacobsen, another arrested person, have denied their links 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 who got prizes. He coached athletes that attended to different sports. He is considered to be an experienced nutrition expert.
The raid was called “Operation Gilde”.
Eilertsen and Jacobsen are charged with sale of doping medicines and money laundering.