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Valdecy Urquiza of Brazil has been proposed by INTERPOL’s Executive Committee as its candidate to be the next Secretary General of INTERPOL. His candidacy will be submitted to INTERPOL’s supreme governing body, the General Assembly, for endorsement during its meeting in Glasgow, United Kingdom. If endorsed by a majority of INTERPOL’s 196 members, he will assume office at the end of the term of the current Secretary General – Jürgen Stock of Germany – on 7 November 2024.

🚨 International operation against art trafficking leads to 85 arrests and the recovery of more than 6,400 objects. Led by the Guardia Civil , INTERPOL and Europol supported investigators from 25 countries in the fight against criminals exploiting cultural heritage. The Spanish National Police collaborated with the Ukrainian National Police to recover 11 gold items valued at more than €60 million, which involved money laundering and illicit trafficking of archaeological items. Read more about Operation Pandora VIII 🔗 ⬇ https://lnkd.in/d_hG9cn2

"Human trafficking remains a grave threat to fundamental rights and human dignity worldwide." INTERPOL's Darrin Jones speaking at the "Accelerating Action on SDG 16.2 to Leave no child behind in the fight against human trafficking" side event during the UN High-Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development 2024 #HLPF2024 United Nations UNODC #EndHumanTrafficking #SDG16 #GlobalGoals

🚨 INTERPOL strikes major blow against West African organized crime network. Police seize millions in illegal assets, including cryptocurrencies and luxury items, across 21 countries on five continents in Operation Jackal III. In Argentina, the operation took down a Nigerian-led transnational criminal network following a five-year investigation. The Federal Police seized US$1.2 million in high quality counterfeit banknotes, arrested 72 suspects, and froze approximately 100 bank accounts. In Switzerland, the police crackdown seized over a kilogram of cocaine and approximately €45,000 in cash, with the support of #INTERPOL’s databases to facilitate the identification of criminals and their activities in real-time. Read more on the operation ⬇ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d7yCBJJq

Firearms trafficking is a lucrative activity that accompanies all forms of contraband. It fuels an array of illicit activities in Central and Western Africa, from urban gang violence to transnational organized crime, terrorism, and drug trafficking. 🔵 Porosity of borders is a common enabler for the illicit circulation of firearms. 🔵Most illicit firearms are only found after their use in other crimes. Discover the latest report about the scope of firearms trafficking in Central and Western Africa. ➡️🔗https://lnkd.in/dU2iGgQ #FundedByEU Global Illicit Flows Programme Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) Germany European Commission

🚨 Colombia and Mexico dismantle transnational sex trafficking ring. Authorities in the Americas have successfully dismantled a criminal network involved in the trafficking of Colombian women to Mexico, arresting its leaders and safeguarding eight victims. #INTERPOL

☢️ As part of continuous efforts to enhance biosecurity, the first INTERPOL Global Biosecurity Conference took place this week at our Headquarters in Lyon, France. Organized by the Bioterrorism Prevention Unit, within INTERPOL’s Counter Terrorism Directorate, more than 120 participants gathered to foster dialogue across health, customs and science sectors, as well as policy makers & international organizations. The aim of the conference was to raise awareness on biological threats and highlight best practices and challenges in areas of prevention, preparedness and response to biological incidents. Several side events took place during the 3-day conference including a live demonstration on how to safely identify, collect and package evidence biologically contaminated materials. A step-by-step commentary on the interagency cooperation required during complex interventions of contaminated environments was provided to delegates. The conference included a set of recommendations to strengthen global biosecurity, which will soon be made available to law enforcement communities around the world.

📢 Last chance to apply: Do you want to work in a multicultural environment and gain exclusive insights into how INTERPOL operates? We are looking for a talented student or recent graduate to join our Communications Team! You will be part of the Campaign and Advocacy team which manages the outreach to the public and the press. A university degree in the area of communications or digital media is preferred. 📅 Deadline: 8th of July 2024 ⏳ Duration: 11 months 📍 Duty Station: Lyon, France ✍ Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d83RuPF6

At the Fourth United Nations Chief of Police Summit (#UNCOPS), we emphasised the pivotal role INTERPOL plays in fostering international police cooperation. To keep pace with the ever-evolving criminal landscape, we have introduced I-CORE, a transformative initiative aimed at modernising our technological framework to help member countries strengthen their response to crime.

A total of USD 257 million in assets seized in Operation First Light, with 3,950 arrests and the identification of 14,643 suspects spanning 61 countries.   Global police crackdown against: 🪝Phishing 💹Investment fraud 🛍️Fake online shopping sites 💘Romance scams 👥Impersonation Read more on this operation ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dkje_C-x