The Latest Breaking News from Interpol

30 Indian fugitives were located abroad in 2022: government report

India located 278 fugitives from other countries in 2022, while 30 Indian fugitives were found abroad.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

Holistic approach pivotal for effective action against Metacrime: Interpol paper

An Interpol paper deals with various aspects of the Metaverse from a law enforcement perspective and discusses Metacrimes, various types of existing and potential criminal activities in the Metaverse.

The Hindu · Jan 28, 2024

“What bass would Neo play? An upright bass. He’s going to want to play some jazz. With Morpheus on drums. We’ll be a power trio with Agent Smith on keys”: We interviewed Keanu Reeves about bass guitar – and it was a musical conversation unlike any other

He’s one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, but Keanu Reeves has had a lifelong love affair with the bass guitar. In an exclusive interview, he opens up about his weed-fueled Bill & Ted bass duels, why he doesn’t consider himself worthy of a Fender signature model, and what he really learned…

Guitar World · Jan 17, 2024

Mahadev app owner Sourabh Chandrakar detained in Dubai; ED may file fresh charge sheet

Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the promoters of the Mahadev online betting app, has been put under “house detention” in Dubai while Indian probe agencies, including ED, have been “alerted”

The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023

Interpol busts 3,500 alleged cybercriminals and scammers, seizes $300 million of ill-gotten proceeds, and warns about the rise of the NFT 'rug pull'

"This represents the savings and hard-earned cash of victims."

PC Gamer · Dec 22, 2023

Major Interpol cybercrime operation results in 3,500 arrests and $300 million seized

Joint operation saw 34 countries team up to arrest cyber-criminals and retrieve stolen money.

TechRadar · Dec 20, 2023

Mahadev betting app promoter detained in Dubai

Ravi Uppal, one of two owners of Mahadev online betting app, detained in Dubai by local police on Interpol red notice. ED probing money laundering case linked to illegal betting. ED filed charge sheet against Uppal & another promoter in PMLA court. Red notice issued by Interpol on ED's request.…

The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023

Police and customs seize live animals, horns and ivory in global wildlife trafficking operation

Interpol and the World Customs Organization say they seized 53 primates, four big cats and more than 1,300 birds in their sweeping annual crackdown on wildlife and timber trafficking

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023

Cases of human trafficking victims being forced to commit cybercrimes on the rise

Interpol op. unearths fraud schemes fueled by human trafficking, resulting in 281 arrests, 149 victims rescued, 360 investigations opened. Operation Storm Makers II uncovered fake investments, work-from-home offers, lottery and online gambling scams. Victims subjected to torture, sexual violence & forced labor. Traffickers targeting migrants stranded in countries due to…

The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023

Online scamming industry includes more human trafficking victims, Interpol says

Cyberfraud is considered human trafficking's newest form of exploitation, according to the global crime-fighting organization. Victims are largely found in Southeast Asia and Latin America.

WEKU · Dec 10, 2023