Tambovskaya Bratva

Also known as: Tambov Gang, Tambovskaya, Tambovskaya OGG
Based in RussiaActive1980s-presentSourcesTambovskaya BratvaVladimir Kumarin

Russian criminal organization based in Saint Petersburg, founded in 1988 by Vladimir Kumarin and others from Tambov Oblast. Engaged in protection rackets, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities. Known for conflicts with rival gangs like the Malyshevskaya OGG. Despite denials, Kumarin is alleged to be the leader. The group remains active with around 600 members.

CRIMENET has extracted 13 linkages for this organization, including 4 cooperative ties across 4 organizations, 7 conflicts across 5 organizations, 2 other connections and footprints in 10 countries.

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AustraliaPresence
A sector opening in Sydney, Australia allegedly being run by Mikhail Klapanov.
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BulgariaTransit
Money laundering of the gang's proceeds was conducted through a company in Bulgaria.
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ColombiaSupply
The gang trafficked Colombian narcotics through the Leningrad sea port to Europe.
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CyprusTransit
Money was transferred to accounts in Cyprus as part of laundering.
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EstoniaTransit
Money laundering of the gang's proceeds was conducted through an Estonian financial house.
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Hong KongTransit
Money was transferred to accounts in Hong Kong as part of laundering.
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LatviaTransit
Money laundering for the gang was conducted through Latvian firms associated with Parex Bank.
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SpainPresence
The gang had a Spanish branch; members were arrested there and operations continued.
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SwedenPresence
The gang controls the Stockholm sea port.
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Money was transferred to accounts in Dubai as part of laundering.