Print Shops Producing Fake Documents Dismantled in Paris
On June 16 and 17, officers from the French Border Police raided four houses and arrested three individuals suspected of forgery of documents. Keep Reading
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COVID-19’s Impact on Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling
COVID-19, and measures being taken by countries to control its spread, are impacting crime around the world, including migrant smuggling and human trafficking. Keep Reading
Europol Report: Human Traffickers to Become More Ruthless and Clandestine
Enhanced border control measures and travel restrictions put in place throughout the European Union have led to a shift in the smuggling activities from air to land and sea routes. Keep Reading
New Task Force Established to Target Most Dangerous Migrant Smuggling Groups
On July 2, Europol launched the Joint Liaison Task Force Migrant Smuggling and Trafficking in Human Beings (JLT-MS). This new operational platform will allow liaison officers from all EU Member States to step up the fight against constantly adapting criminal networks. Keep Reading
Border Patrol Agents Rescue Toddler Abandoned by Smugglers in Texas Field
A Fort Brown supervisory Border Patrol agent purchased clothing for the child and fellow agents and CBP officers entertained the youth, watching movies and playing games. Keep Reading