Attempt to arrest Brazilian music star highlights boom in online gambling
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In less than 24 hours, Gusttavo Lima drew attention not only for his musical performances but also for being issued an arrest warrant linked to illegal online gambling, highlighting a national crisis.
A spokesperson for the singer described the arrest warrant as unjust and stated, 'His innocence will be duly proven,' following a swift turnaround that saw the warrant overturned.
With the boom in online gambling post-pandemic, Brazil faces overwhelming addiction issues that are straining healthcare and recovery services, as revealed by local experts like Dr. Hermano Tavares.
As online gambling regulations are set to change in January, experts warn they may not be enough to address Brazil's epidemic of gambling addiction, with many people at risk of significant personal loss.
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