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Two young men were arrested in Valença, Brazil, on suspicion of drug trafficking after being found with illegal substances and cash.

The USKOK is conducting investigations into Croatia's Ski Association over suspicions of illegal cash payouts, leading to resignations within the association.

A police operation in Montes Claros, Brazil, led to the execution of 27 search and seizure warrants targeting illegal activities linked to drug trafficking in alcohol-selling establishments.

The Federal Police executed an operation targeting illegal IPTV services, seizing R$ 1.7 million in cash, luxury vehicles, and other tech devices while arresting key suspects across multiple Brazilian states.

The Civil Police seized approximately R$ 58,000 in cash and various firearms during an operation targeting illegal arms trade in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil.

Tauragė police have confiscated approximately 160 liters of homemade alcohol, 1,111 packets of contraband cigarettes, and over €24,000 in cash during a raid, suspecting the money is linked to illegal activities.

A systemic corruption and money laundering scheme within the São Paulo Civil Police has been uncovered, involving the conversion of cash into meal voucher credits to hide illegal proceeds.

Papua New Guinea has launched a national campaign to encourage residents to surrender illegal firearms by offering cash payments amid rising tribal violence.

An investigation revealed systematic cash donations to the 'Nemuno Aušros' fund despite claims from its leadership denying any illegal funding.

Greek customs authorities continue to effectively combat illegal trafficking across the country, leading to significant seizures of cash, drugs, and contraband goods.

A recent court session in Tartu examined drug offenses involving a group of young individuals accused of illegal drug handling and money laundering, but witnesses declined to provide testimony.

Greek authorities have dismantled a major organized crime ring specializing in the production and distribution of illegal cigarettes, resulting in the arrest of 25 individuals and the seizure of weapons, vehicles, cash, and mobile phones.

A police operation in the Aparecida neighborhood of Santarém led to the arrest of a man after he was found with illegal drugs and cash.

Kenya's central bank has declared the creation of cash bouquets illegal, citing concerns about currency defacement and potential prison sentences for offenders.

Five British immigration officers have been charged with stealing cash from illegal migrants arriving in the UK, allegedly involved in misconduct and money laundering from August 2021 to November 2022.

A crypto entrepreneur is connected to a large illegal weight-loss drug operation that was recently raided by enforcement officers in Northampton, leading to significant seizures of products and cash.

The PSOE has released a technical report addressing the controversy surrounding judicial investigations into expense claims by public officials, confirming that the cash used for these payments came from its official account and was supported by receipts.