Live Broadcast: Discussing Crimes Against Nature
Paul Larson, a criminologist from the Norwegian Police University College, will discuss environmental crimes and the practices of fish farming in Norway during a seminar today.
Women arrested in federal operation against illegal monitoring of agents used for environmental crimes in Pará
Two women were arrested by the Federal Police in Brazil during an operation aimed at dismantling illegal monitoring practices linked to environmental crimes.
MT Court upholds conviction of cattle rancher for environmental crimes in embargoed area of the Pantanal
The Mato Grosso Court of Justice upheld the conviction of cattle rancher Claudecy Oliveira Lemes for environmental crimes, including maintaining livestock on an embargoed area in the Pantanal.
Operation targets illegal charcoal scheme in MG and leads to the blocking of over R$ 55 million
An operation by the Civil Police of Minas Gerais has uncovered an illegal charcoal extraction and sales scheme, resulting in the freezing of over R$ 55 million in assets and the suspension of the involved companies' activities.
Ten years later, the murder of an activist in Honduras continues to expose environmental neglect in Latin America
Crimes against environmental defenders remain largely unpunished in Latin America, as demonstrated by the ongoing impact of Berta Cáceres' murder a decade ago.
Operation targets dump sites of the Comando Vermelho in Duque de Caxias
Authorities in Brazil have launched an operation against illegal dump sites controlled by the Comando Vermelho gang in Duque de Caxias, resulting in multiple arrests for environmental crimes.
Mother and daughter arrested for mistreating dogs and cat in Cascavel
Two women, a mother and daughter, were arrested in Cascavel, Brazil, for allegedly mistreating animals.
'The impression is that we are in a sewer channel,' says the environmental secretary after finding dead fish in the Pirambu river
The environmental secretary of Pirambu expressed concern over dead fish found in the Japaratuba River, indicating potential environmental crimes and the impact on local fishermen.
Mozambique: Carlitos Cadangue targeted after his investigations into illegal mining
Mozambique's journalist Carlitos Cadangue faces threats following his investigations into illegal mining and environmental violations linked to high-profile officials.
PRF operation seizes 27 wild animals and arrests 14 people for crimes against the environment in MA
The PRF operation in Maranhão led to the seizure of 27 wild animals and the arrest of 14 individuals for environmental crimes, focusing on the protection of fauna and flora.
Femarh provides numbers for reporting environmental crime in Roraima
The state environmental agency of Roraima has launched dedicated phone numbers for the public to report environmental crimes via WhatsApp or call.
PF launches operation against the invasion and illegal sale of indigenous lands in southern Bahia
The Federal Police in Brazil initiated an operation addressing the illegal invasion and sale of indigenous lands in Bahia, aiming to investigate environmental crimes and drug trafficking.
AI Against Illegal Waste Disposal: Understand How the System That Detects Environmental Crimes in Real Time Works in Capivari
Capivari (SP) implements AI surveillance cameras to detect illegal waste disposal in real-time, leading to multiple citations since the system's launch.
Compensation claims for mussel damage are completely exceptional, says a criminal law professor
A preliminary investigation into significant damage to a pearl mussel population in Suomussalmi has found that the incident could lead to charges of serious environmental crimes with estimated damages reaching €2.2 million.
Targets of operation that found cattle ranching in the Chico Mendes Extractive Reserve in AC are prosecuted
Two targets of a Federal Police operation in Brazil have been indicted for alleged environmental crimes in the Chico Mendes Extractive Reserve.
Cajari River Reserve receives operation to combat predatory fishing and environmental crimes
The Amapá Civil Police conducted Operation Cardume in the Cajari Extractive Reserve to combat environmental crimes such as predatory fishing.
Condominium and manager of the JK Building are convicted for damage to heritage
The JK Building condominium and its manager in Belo Horizonte were convicted for environmental crimes regarding cultural heritage.
Dredges used in illegal mining are destroyed and illegal wood seized during inspections in AM
The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (Ibama) has destroyed dredges used for illegal mining and seized illegal wood in actions aimed at combating environmental crimes in the Amazon.
Federal Government sends National Force to Amazonas to combat drug trafficking and environmental crimes
The Federal Government of Brazil has dispatched the National Force to Amazonas to address drug trafficking and environmental crimes in the municipalities of Barcelos and Coari over the next 90 days.
Satellite monitoring generates nearly R$ 5 million in fines for environmental crimes in western São Paulo
Satellite technology has proven effective in combating illegal deforestation in western São Paulo, resulting in nearly R$ 5 million in fines in 2025.
Suspected environmental scandal - The County Administrative Board of Norrbotten is investigated for professional misconduct
The County Administrative Board of Norrbotten is under investigation for potentially failing to report environmental crimes over four years, with the National Anti-Corruption Unit involved.
Russia’s killing of nature: war crimes of different kind
The article explores the environmental destruction caused by Russia in Crimea, focusing on the Meganom Peninsula, which is a protected natural site under Ukrainian law.
Mistreatment of Animals: Reports Increase by 54% in Two Years in Campinas
Reports of animal mistreatment in Campinas have increased by 54.8% over the past two years, leading the region in such cases.
Video shows interception of plane used in illegal mining on the border of PA with AP
A pilot was fined over R$ 6 million for environmental crimes during an operation against illegal mining in Brazil.
Federal Police and Funai destroy dredges used in illegal gold exploration within the Kayapó Indigenous Land, in PA
The Brazilian Federal Police and the National Indian Foundation have dismantled illegal gold mining operations in the Kayapó Indigenous Land, including destroying dredges and seizing equipment.
Investigating former Norwegian Prime Minister Jagland for his ties to Epstein
Norway's National Authority for the Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crimes has launched an investigation into former Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland over alleged aggravated corruption linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Police Captain Highlights the Role of Reporting in Combating Environmental Crimes: 'Even Tough People Are Shocked'
A police captain emphasizes the importance of public reporting in the fight against environmental crimes, reflecting on the emotional impact of animal welfare advocacy.
Swedish media: Authorities have hidden hundreds of environmental crimes – the largest being a two million liter oil spill
Authorities in Northern Sweden are suspected of covering up nearly 200 environmental crimes, including a major oil spill of two million liters discovered by the mining company LKAB.
Environmental Crimes in Colombia: Once a Whistleblower, Always a Whistleblower
Andrés Olarte, a German-Colombian engineer, is awarded the Ellsberg Whistleblower Award for his revelations about environmental crimes in Colombia.