Brazilian Federal Police Accuse Ex-Governor Castro of Aiding Refit Crimes
The Brazilian Federal Police have accused former Rio de Janeiro Governor Cláudio Castro of utilizing state machinery to facilitate criminal activities linked to businessman Ricardo Magro, owner of the fuel company Refit. The allegations emerged from 'Operation Without Refining,' which involved search warrants against Castro and others. Investigators claim that high-ranking public officials received monthly bribes exceeding R$300,000 to expedite processes for Magro’s group, with one inspector allegedly accumulating over R$12 million in illicit funds. The probe highlights a law nicknamed the 'Ricardo Magro Law,' which settled R$9.5 billion in debts with significant discounts, and accuses state agencies of issuing favorable environmental licenses and obstructing investigations. Castro’s defense maintains his innocence, citing compliance with legal criteria and efforts to recover state debts. Refit also denies falsifying tax declarations. The case underscores alleged deep ties between organized crime and political influence in Rio de Janeiro, with the Refit conglomerate holding approximately R$48.9 billion in federal debt.
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