The large-scale criminal network, implicated in a number of other criminal activities including murder, drug trafficking, arms trafficking, trafficking of human beings and extortion was active across Europe, South America and the United States. Keep Reading
An operation led by INTERPOL targeting international migrant smuggling and human trafficking networks has led to more than 200 arrests and the identification of some 3,500 irregular migrants in the Americas, Africa, Europe and Asia. Keep Reading
INTERPOL has issued a global alert to law enforcement across its 194 member countries warning them to prepare for organized crime networks targeting COVID-19 vaccines, both physically and online. Keep Reading
Although environmental crime is often considered to be low risk – high profit, what is often overlooked is the fact that the proceeds from these crimes can provide financing to violent organized crime groups, terrorists, and insurgent groups, as well as undermining the wellbeing of communities. Keep Reading
The United States, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras have announced criminal charges in Central America against more than 700 members of transnational criminal organizations, primarily MS-13 and 18th Street gangs. Keep Reading
The investigation uncovered that this drug trafficking network was responsible for the annual importation of at least 45 tonnes of cocaine into the main European seaports, with profits exceeding €100 million over the course of six months. Keep Reading
The conference agenda included trends and investigations on cryptocurrency crime, exploring criminal flows and operations in dark markets, ransomware and sextortion case studies, money laundering involving virtual assets, and the transfer of drug proceeds using cryptocurrencies. Keep Reading
A large organized crime group involved in arms trafficking and money laundering has been dismantled following a law enforcement operation on November 12. Keep Reading
“Wildlife and forestry crime is the world’s fourth largest illegal trade – a lucrative illegal business with far-reaching and devastating consequences not just for the environment but also for society, public health and global economics,” said INTERPOL's Secretary General. Keep Reading
Three men have been arrested and a warehouse raided in connection with an alleged conspiracy to import cocaine into the U.K. in food deliveries from the Netherlands. Keep Reading
In November 2017, the fugitive, whose initials are VK, was sentenced by a Belgian court to eight years in prison for his involvement in an international smuggling ring. He escaped justice and had been on the run since 2018. Keep Reading
An international law enforcement operation involving 16 countries has resulted in the arrest of 20 individuals suspected of belonging to the QQAAZZ criminal network which attempted to launder tens of millions of euros on behalf of the world’s foremost cybercriminals. Keep Reading
Modern communication technologies – namely the internet, social media, and mobile applications – have significantly impacted how organized crime groups involved in international trafficking in human beings operate. Keep Reading
The criminal network procured and distributed forged and falsified administrative documents to irregular migrants from North Africa based in France, Germany, Switzerland and most likely other EU countries. Keep Reading
Europol has released its 2020 cybercrime report which updates on the latest trends and the current impact of cybercrime within the EU and beyond. Keep Reading
A major cross-border law enforcement operation has led to the dismantling of a large network of criminals smuggling migrants through the English Channel. Keep Reading
More than 390,000 individuals were checked at cross border locations and suspected illicit trafficking hotspots as part of an organized crime crackdown. The four-day operation saw 33 countries team up during the joint action days. Keep Reading
The international operation involving judicial and law enforcement authorities in 10 countries has resulted in the complete takedown of the Albanian-speaking ‘KOMPANIA BELLO’ criminal group. Keep Reading
On September 15, the French Gendarmerie and the Italian Carabinieri Corps arrested 46 individuals (33 in France and 13 in Italy) for their involvement in large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering. Keep Reading
The individuals arrested on September 15 have known ties to the Italian crime syndicate Cosa Nostra. They are suspected of mafia association, attempted murders and trafficking drugs and weapons. Keep Reading