Money laundering in charcoal and operation against illegal quartz extraction: see the most read of the week
The article highlights the week's most-read news including a money laundering scheme related to charcoal and operations against illegal quartz extraction in Northern Minas.
At least fifteen organized crime groups operate on the border with Colombia: they are dedicated to drug trafficking, illegal mining, arms trafficking, and more
A report reveals that fifteen organized crime groups, including Los Lobos and Los Choneros, operate along the Ecuador-Colombia border, engaging in various illicit activities.
Trafficking with wildlife is going against the planet
A police operation in Ecuador led to the seizure of 6,300 dried seahorses, highlighting the illegal wildlife trade and its implications for vulnerable species.
Young man arrested with drugs in Volta Redonda
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Volta Redonda, Brazil, after being caught with a significant quantity of illegal drugs during a police operation following a tip-off about drug trafficking.
Man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking in Barra Mansa
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, for drug trafficking after being caught with various illegal substances.
Rescued cheetahs find refuge in Somaliland amid trafficking crisis
127 rescued cheetahs are now safe in a sanctuary in Somaliland, survivors of the illegal wildlife trade that threatens their survival.
Man arrested with R$ 357 thousand, base paste of cocaine and marijuana in Catanduva
A man was arrested in Catanduva, Brazil, for drug trafficking after police found R$ 357,525 in cash and illegal drugs including two kilograms of base paste cocaine and one kilogram of marijuana.
Ontario border officer arrested in drug trafficking, import case
An Ontario border officer has been arrested for allegedly allowing a transport truck of illegal drugs into Canada during a drug trafficking investigation.
Suspects arrested for drug trafficking and association in Barra Mansa
A man and a woman were arrested in Barra Mansa, Brazil, during a police action against drug trafficking, with authorities seizing various illegal narcotics.
Investigated for Trafficking is Arrested Again After Being Released and Resuming Criminal Activity in Itinga do Maranhão
A man in Itinga do Maranhão, previously arrested for drug trafficking, has been apprehended again shortly after being released for continuing his illegal activities.
Passenger carrying drugs pretends to be asleep as police enter bus on BR-135
A 20-year-old man was arrested for drug trafficking after he pretended to be asleep upon police inspection of a bus on BR-135, where a significant quantity of illegal substances was discovered in his belongings.
Moldovan citizen gets four years in prison for illegal transportation of migrants
A Moldovan citizen has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison for illegally transporting migrants across the border in an organized group.
Police seize approximately 1,200 crack stones and arrest suspect in Caruaru
The Brazilian police seized around 1,200 crack stones and arrested a 28-year-old suspect for drug trafficking and illegal possession of a firearm in Caruaru.
A citizen of Moldova sentenced to four years in prison for illegally transporting people across the Latvian border
A Moldovan citizen has been sentenced to four years in prison for his involvement in the illegal transportation of migrants across the Latvian border.
Civil Police of the Federal District fulfills 121 court orders against drug trafficking and money laundering organization with irregular bets
The Civil Police of the Federal District executed 121 court orders in a major crackdown on a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and money laundering through illegal betting platforms.
Woman arrested with about 5 kg of marijuana in Três Rios
A woman was arrested in Três Rios, Brazil, for possession of approximately 5 kg of marijuana and other illegal items during a police raid on a suspected drug trafficking house.
There is illegal visa trafficking behind Attanasio's death
Luca Attanasio was killed because he uncovered a trafficking operation for visas from Congo to Italy, with new evidence prompting a potential reopening of investigations.
The rise of global trafficking in exotic ants: from the African savannah to the Asian black market
The article reports on the increasing illegal trade of exotic ants, highlighted by a recent arrest in Kenya involving a Chinese national and a local accomplice.
'Infiel Operation' targets 72 suspects for drug trafficking, arms trade, and illegal gambling in SC
The Civil Police in Santa Catarina launched an operation targeting 72 individuals involved in drug trafficking, illegal arms trade, and gambling activities.
A case of illegal possession of a very large quantity of psychoactive substances has been submitted to the court in Klaipeda
A court case regarding the illegal possession of a significant amount of psychoactive substances has been initiated in Klaipeda, Lithuania, with a focus on cryptocurrency transactions.
The case of illegal possession of a very large quantity of psychotropic substances has been referred to the court
A Lithuanian man faces prosecution for illegally acquiring and possessing a large quantity of psychotropic substances, including methamphetamine and alprazolam, with part of the payment made in cryptocurrency.
Imported perfumes and weight loss medicine: understand why a young man who flaunted a luxury life was arrested in Divinópolis
A 20-year-old man was arrested in Divinópolis for smuggling, drug trafficking, and illegal commerce after showcasing a lavish lifestyle on social media.
One ton of marijuana is seized after discovery of plantations in the Jequitinhonha Valley
The Civil Police of Minas Gerais seized over one ton of marijuana during operations in the Jequitinhonha Valley, leading to the arrest of two individuals involved in the illegal activities.
Customs Officers Seized 115 Kilograms of Ketamine, Shipment Destined for Canada
Czech customs officials seized 115 kilograms of ketamine that was part of an international drug trafficking operation sending illegal substances to Canada.
Federal Police and PM execute warrants against drug trafficking and illegal arms trade in the interior of SP
Brazil's Federal Police and Military Police have executed multiple search and arrest warrants targeting drug trafficking and illegal arms trade across several states.
Operation by Federal Police against drug trafficking, arms sales, and violent crimes targets Nova Odessa, Limeira, and Santa Bárbara
A joint operation by the Federal Police and Military Police targeting drug trafficking and illegal arms sales led to multiple search and arrest warrants in Brazil's Piracicaba region.
DIRTY ANT SMUGGLING ⟩ Two men were arrested in Kenya for attempting to smuggle thousands of ants stuffed into capsules
Two men in Kenya were arrested for illegally trafficking living insects, supposedly to meet the demands of ant collectors in Asia and Europe.
Young man who flaunted luxury life on social media is arrested for smuggling, drug trafficking, and illegal trade in Divinópolis
A 20-year-old man known for displaying a luxurious lifestyle on social media has been arrested in Divinópolis on charges of smuggling, drug trafficking, and illegal commerce.
'Slave Market' with an Office Front in Heraklion
Greek authorities uncovered an extensive illegal network of immigrant trafficking and exploitation operating in Heraklion, Crete.
Police seizes over R$ 300,000 in cash inside a moving truck in Greater Recife; VIDEO
The police in Jaboatão dos Guararapes seized over R$ 300,000 in cash during an operation involving a moving truck, following reports of illegal transport.
Somali citizen sentenced to prison for illegally transporting foreigners across Estonia's border
A Somali citizen was sentenced to nearly two years in prison for assisting several foreigners in illegally crossing the Estonian border.
Criminal Police Operation: BMW, Cocaine, and Men Known to Authorities
A police operation in Lithuania led to the seizure of significant quantities of illegal drugs, including marijuana and cocaine, with individuals involved already known to law enforcement.
Former Reform Youth Member and Associates Charged with Drug Offenses and Money Laundering
A former member of the Reform Youth in Tartu is facing serious legal charges, including illegal handling of firearms, drug trafficking, and money laundering.
Three people are arrested in operation against illegal animal sales at fair in Duque de Caxias; iguana did not survive and died
Three individuals were arrested during an operation against illegal animal sales at a fair in Duque de Caxias, Brazil, where an iguana died due to the conditions of sale.
Two young men arrested suspected of drug trafficking in Valença
Two young men were arrested in Valença, Brazil, on suspicion of drug trafficking after being found with illegal substances and cash.
Nine people involved in migrant trafficking arrested at the northern border
Nine individuals were arrested in Ipiales, Colombia, for their involvement in an illegal migrant trafficking network operating along the Ecuador-Colombia border.
Police Operation Against Drug Trafficking Results in Arrests and Seizures in Maranhão
A police operation in Maranhão targeted drug trafficking, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal substances and firearms.
Illegal trafficking of ants: a man was arrested with more than two thousand live specimens in his luggage
A Chinese man was arrested at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for attempting to smuggle over two thousand live ants, suggesting a link to an international wildlife trafficking network.
Operation Parallel Market fulfills 27 warrants in cellars of Montes Claros and seizes weapons, vehicles, and more than R$ 25 thousand in cash
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.
Man arrested with nearly a thousand packets of cocaine in a backpack in Governador Valadares
A man was arrested in Governador Valadares for drug trafficking, found with 974 packets of cocaine and other illegal items.
Aquiles Alvarez appeals the preventive detention ordered in the Triple A case; judges in the Pichincha Court are sought to review the measure
Aquiles Alvarez, the mayor of Guayaquil, is appealing his preventive detention ordered in the Triple A corruption case following accusations of illegal fuel trafficking.
‘The difference with this curfew is the force with which we will act,' says Minister Reimberg
Ecuador’s Interior Minister John Reimberg announced a curfew set to begin on March 15, emphasizing a stronger government response to crime, particularly targeting illegal mining and drug trafficking.
Armed Forces seize 1.6 tons of drugs at sea
In a recent operation, the Armed Forces of Ecuador confiscated 1.6 tons of illegal substances from the sea.
CBSA warns ‘industry pressure’ slowing action on tranquillizers in fentanyl
Canadian border officials report that 'industry pressure' is hindering efforts to control the movement of dangerous animal tranquillizers mixed with fentanyl in the illegal drug market.
Spain leads the largest international operation against illegal waste trafficking, with 127,000 tons seized and 337 arrested
Spain has led the largest international operation against illegal waste trafficking, resulting in the seizure of 127,000 tons of waste and the arrest of 337 individuals.
Helsinki police officers suspected in more than a hundred illegal searches
Three Helsinki police officers are suspected of conducting over a hundred illegal searches related to human trafficking cases.
Yle's Information: KRP Strikes Again Against Helsinki Police – Two Police Officers Arrested
The Helsinki Police Department is under investigation for allegedly conducting over a hundred illegal home searches in a human trafficking case.
Civil Police dismantles drug trafficking scheme in Timon
Civil Police in Maranhão, Brazil, dismantled a drug trafficking operation in Timon, resulting in the arrest of a woman and the seizure of illegal drugs.
Three arrested and 70 vehicles seized in operation against drug trafficking in the interior of SP
Three individuals were arrested during a drug trafficking operation in Araraquara and Américo Brasiliense, Brazil, resulting in extensive seizures of illegal substances.
Man sentenced for homicide in 2011 is arrested in Açailândia, MA
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Açailândia, Brazil, following the enforcement of two arrest warrants related to qualified homicide, drug trafficking, and illegal possession of a firearm.