More than 500 bags of illegal charcoal seized in operation in the interior of Amazonas
Environmental authorities in Brazil seized over 500 bags of illegal charcoal in Itacoatiara, enforcing significant fines and regulations.
Czech tourists arrested with over a hundred cacti and two thousand seeds in their luggage at Guarulhos airport
Four Czech tourists were arrested at São Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport for attempting to smuggle over a hundred cacti and nearly two thousand illegally obtained seeds from Brazil.
For Sale: Stuffed Lion
A 35-year-old man in Stockholm was recently convicted of serious wildlife protection crimes for trading rare stuffed animals, including a lion and a puma.
Tried to sell stuffed lion - man sentenced for wildlife crime
A man in Sweden has been sentenced for wildlife crime after attempting to sell a stuffed lion and other protected species without legal provenance.
Contraband Cigarettes Found in a Man's Car in Telšiai District
A man was stopped by police in Telšiai, Lithuania, and found to have 3,000 packs of contraband cigarettes in his vehicle.
Man arrested for illegal trade of weight loss drugs in Nova Odessa
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Nova Odessa, Brazil, for allegedly selling weight loss medications that were smuggled from Paraguay.
Police seize 230 kg of human hair that would be resold in salons in the interior of SP
Police in Brazil seized over 230 kilograms of human hair destined for resale in salons during a routine check on a highway.
PRF seizes 50,000 packs of Paraguayan cigarettes valued at R$ 250,000 on BR-232
The Brazilian Federal Highway Police seized a large shipment of 50,000 packs of illegal Paraguayan cigarettes during a routine inspection on BR-232.
Inspection by Sefa seizes 7,000 bags of cement without an invoice in Santarém
A fiscal operation in Santarém led to the seizure of 7,000 bags of cement valued at R$ 287,700 due to lack of proper documentation.
Requests prison for five months
The prosecutor has requested a five-month prison sentence for an 80-year-old man charged with trafficking illegal bird eggs in Norway.
WA's tobacco black market hit with less than $89,000 in fines last year
Western Australia's crackdown on illegal tobacco sales has resulted in under $89,000 in fines for 2025, prompting the government to consider increased penalties and enforcement measures.
Malawi: They organized a fake funeral to smuggle charcoal
Authorities in Malawi are pursuing at least nine individuals accused of smuggling charcoal using a hearse disguised as a funeral procession.
India seizes 3 tankers linked to Iran subject to US sanctions
India has seized three tankers connected to Iran and subject to US sanctions, boosting its maritime patrols to combat illegal trade.
Clandestine Mounjaro: Woman Indicted for Illegal Trade in Hospital in SP Coast
A woman has been indicted for the illegal sale of Mounjaro, a substance known for its use in diabetes treatment, within a hospital in Santos, São Paulo.
2,500 illegal cigarette packs found in a stopped car in Šilalė district
Police in Lithuania discovered 2,500 illegal cigarette packs in a Hyundai ix35 that was stopped in the Šilalė district.
Suspects of illegal and clandestine trade of weight loss pens arrested in Santa Fé do Sul
Two individuals were arrested for the illegal trade of weight loss pens and medications without proper documentation in Santa Fé do Sul, Brazil.
Cameras, lie detectors: all means are good to track down rhinoceros poachers
South Africa's Kruger National Park has experienced a significant increase in rhinoceros poaching in 2025, although nationwide figures show an overall decline.
Paraguay has already recognized the trade of fake weight loss pens at the border; understand the risks
Paraguay has acknowledged the illegal trade of counterfeit weight loss pens at its border with Brazil, raising health alarms for both nations.
Busting a fake medicine factory producing Liver tablets, 50,000 Liv-52 tablets seized
Authorities have uncovered a significant fake medicine operation in Ghaziabad, seizing 50,000 counterfeit Liv-52 liver tablets and arresting five suspects involved in the illegal trade.
Economy fights piracy with seizures, reinforced customs, and traceability
The Mexican Secretariat of Economy announced an ongoing strategy to combat illegal trade, informality, smuggling, and piracy in collaboration with federal agencies, state governments, and productive sectors.
Government steps up efforts against piracy: Measures highlighted to bolster industries
The federal government of Mexico intensified its offensive against piracy, smuggling, and illegal trade, implementing a comprehensive strategy led by the Ministry of Economy.
Russian police bust hospital morgue for selling bodies
Russian police have dismantled an illegal operation in St. Petersburg involving the sale of human remains from a hospital morgue for training purposes.
The police of North Macedonia seized more than 30 tons of cannabis
North Macedonian police confiscated over 30 tons of cannabis that was legally grown for medical purposes but intended for illegal distribution.
Union area used by Vorcaro in carbon project had parallel sale of environmental credits
A federal area of 143,900 hectares in the Amazon used by banker Daniel Vorcaro's family for a billion-dollar carbon stock project also served as a base for unauthorized sales of environmental credits.
From Facebook to WhatsApp: warn that a criminal gang commissions the slaughter of cattle and sells the meat
Livestock producers in Necochea report a surge in cattle theft accompanied by sophisticated illegal commercial logistics, leading to the slaughter of multiple animals in a single incident.
16,000 Conspiratorial Deliveries to Russia - Police Arrest Five Suspects
Five men have been arrested for allegedly procuring and exporting goods to the Russian industry in violation of EU embargoes, involving a total value of at least 30 million euros.
Million-dollar losses and raids: the FNTT targets an illegal car import scheme
An investigation, code-named 'Nimmersatt', focuses on a criminal network involving Lithuanian nationals able to smuggle severely damaged cars from the USA to the EU and sell them illegally.
LOOK at the mountains of tobacco and love that were seized in a family house
Police and Customs Administration have uncovered another significant case of illegal tobacco trading in the Požega-Slavonia County, involving a 52-year-old suspect accused of unlawful trade.
VIDEO 2043 kilograms of illegal tobacco seized. Nearly 43,000 euros found
A media conference was held in the Požega-Slavonia Police Department regarding the seizure of 2043 kilograms of illegal tobacco and the investigation of a 52-year-old Croatian citizen suspected of illegal trade.
Photo: Customs officers and police in Zagreb seized 28 kilograms of tobacco and 10,800 cigarettes
Customs officials and police in Zagreb conducted a joint operation to prevent illegal tobacco trade, seizing 28 kilograms of cut tobacco and 10,800 cigarettes without tax stamps.
Behind The Scenes, Logistics, Profits – This Is How The Billion-Dollar Business With Illegal E-Cigarettes Works
The article explores the booming illegal e-cigarette business from China flooding the European market, posing risks to youths and costing the state hundreds of millions, while discussing the lack of political action against it.
Video of Americans raiding tanker from the 'shadow fleet' released
The US Southern Command has released footage of the seizure of the oil tanker M/T Sophia, which was allegedly involved in illegal activities linked to sanctioned oil trade in the Caribbean Sea.