[Law] Interpol-led operation dismantled multiple criminal networks across the globe

Summary: A global law enforcement operation called “Operation Jackal III” targeted West African organized crime groups involved in cyber fraud, resulting in hundreds of arrests, seizure of assets, and dismantling of criminal networks worldwide.

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Key Point :

  • Operation Jackal III was a global law enforcement operation targeting West African organized crime groups involved in online financial fraud.
  • The operation resulted in nearly 300 arrests, identification of over 400 additional suspects, and blocking of more than 720 bank accounts.
  • In Argentina, a Nigerian-led transnational criminal network was dismantled, $1.2 million in counterfeit banknotes were seized, and 72 suspects were arrested.
  • In Switzerland, police…


Original Source: https://www.interpol.int/News-and-Events/News/2024/INTERPOL-operation-strikes-major-blow-against-West-African-financial-crime

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