CORRUPTION

Corruption is universal. It affects all regions of the world and all groups in civil society. However, its impact remains strongest in developing countries.

PROBLEMATICS

The effects of corruption are devastating: it undermines political, social and economic stability and threatens the safety and security of civil society as a whole.
The effects of corruption are devastating: it undermines political, social and economic stability and threatens the safety and security of civil society as a whole.
Corruption is a breeding ground for organised criminal activity, including terrorism, as criminals benefit from the complicity of corrupt officials in their illicit activities.
Corruption-related transactions may take place in several national jurisdictions, making subsequent police investigations complex and time-consuming.

DRUG TRAFFICKING

Criminals are not lacking in imagination. Police authorities need to keep abreast of synthetic drugs and trafficking routes discovered by criminals.

PROBLEMATICS

Criminal networks are involved in trafficking a variety of drugs, including cannabis, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. The increased permeability of international borders has led to the growth of drug abuse and the accessibility of drugs on a global scale.
The main actors in this international trade are growers, producers, transporters, suppliers and dealers. It affects most of our member countries, undermining their political and economic stability, and destroying the lives of many people and weakening the communities affected. End-users and addicts are often the victims of a powerful and manipulative network.
Drug trafficking is usually associated with other forms of crime such as money laundering and corruption, while trafficking routes can be used by criminal networks to transport other illicit products.

FINANCIAL CRIME

Cybercurrencies :
The advent of cyber currencies such as bitcoin facilitates financial crime, and in particular money laundering.

First ligth :
This operation targets call centres that approach their victims to get them to pay money.

PROBLEMATICS

Theft, fraud, deception, blackmail, bribery, money laundering…

There is no shortage of ways to make money illegally! So-called “white collar criminals” reap juicy profits with little risk.
Financial crime affects us all and has gained a lot of ground due to rapid technological progress.
Financial crime ranges from simple theft or fraud committed by malicious individuals to large-scale operations orchestrated by organised criminals present on all continents. The seriousness of these criminal activities should not be underestimated as, in addition to their economic and social repercussions, they are often closely linked to violent crime and even terrorism.
Organised gangs operate internationally to avoid detection and stolen funds cross several physical and virtual borders before reaching their destination. This is where our global police networks play a crucial role.

FIREARMS TRAFFICKING

No two are alike.
Each firearm is unique and can be identified by serial number, make, model and calibre.

PROBLEMATICS

The use of firearms by criminals undermines the safety of citizens around the world. In addition to their obvious use in armed robbery and murder, they are also used in many other crimes, such as corruption, environmental crime, human trafficking, maritime piracy, organised crime and terrorist activities.
Small arms and light weapons are easy to conceal and transport, and their trafficking is a lucrative business that feeds and finances other serious crime.

HUMAN TRAFFICKING

A mere commodity.
For criminals, trafficked persons are a mere commodity that can be used and even sold for financial gain. There is a total disregard for human rights and human dignity.

PROBLEMATICS

Victims’ vulnerabilities are targeted and they are trafficked between countries and regions using deception or coercion.
When they arrive at their destination, they are deprived of their autonomy, freedom of movement and choice, and are forced to work in precarious conditions. They often face various forms of physical and psychological abuse.
Trafficking in human beings is linked to a wide range of crimes, including the movement of illegal funds, the use of fraudulent travel documents and cybercrime.

ILLICIT GOODS

Criminal groups produce and sell a variety of illicit drugs and goods that endanger consumers.

The impact of counterfeiting affects society as a whole, and in particular companies producing and selling legal products. Governments lose tax revenues from products manufactured or sold on the black market, while consumers are exposed to non-compliant and even dangerous products

MARITIME CRIME

A safe and secure maritime environment is essential for the smooth functioning of world trade and for the maintenance of international peace and security.

PROBLEMATICS

The most economical way to transport bulk goods and raw materials around the world is through oceans and coastal waters. Over 90% of the world’s goods are transported by sea. Maritime crime undermines freedom of navigation and global trade and poses a threat to international security and personal safety.
INTERPOL works with local, regional and international partners to combat maritime crime globally and improve maritime governance. Its work focuses on three main areas: facilitating information exchange, building the capacity of first responders and law enforcement, and developing international and cross-sector partnerships

MONEY LAUNDERING

Money laundering is the concealment of the origin of illegally obtained funds so that they appear to be from legitimate sources. It is often only one component of other more serious crimes such as drug trafficking, robbery and extortion

PROBLEMATICS

Money laundering affects all areas, including the more unexpected ones such as environmental crime, and has really taken off with the advent of cyber currencies such as bitcoin.

Organised gangs move illegally obtained funds around the world through banks, front companies, middlemen and money transfer companies for re-injection into legal companies and economies. Today, these gangs regularly use mules who act as intermediaries, sometimes unaware that they are transporting illicit funds.

ORGANISED CRIME

Organised crime networks are worth billions of dollars and operate in many areas of crime.

Generally, organised crime networks are involved in a wide range of criminal activities in several countries. This can include trafficking in human beings, drugs, illicit goods and weapons, armed robbery, counterfeiting and money laundering.

– This is a global activity

With revenues estimated in the billions of dollars, the activities of criminal networks are like those of legitimate international corporations. They have business models, long-term strategies, hierarchies, and even strategic alliances that serve a single purpose: to generate maximum profits with minimum risk.

“Members of organised crime groups often share a common bond, such as a geographical link, an ethnic link or even a family link.”

This relationship is based on a close and unbreakable bond that promotes devotion and loyalty

TERRORISM

Terrorism covers a wide range of complex threats. We focus on identifying terrorists and preventively combating their activities.

Terrorism covers a wide range of complex threats: organised terrorism in conflict zones, foreign terrorist fighters, radicalised ‘lone wolves’, and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive attacks.

– Terrorist networks

Terrorist groups around the world are luring people, often young people, from their homes to conflict zones, mainly in Iraq and Syria, and increasingly in Libya. The way new recruits are targeted and then radicalised has changed with the rise of social media and other digital communication channels.

Biometric data is becoming increasingly important in identifying foreign terrorist fighters and preventing them from crossing borders. We also encourage the exchange of data collected in combat zones between the military and police.

Through INTERPOL, police authorities in all regions of the world can share intelligence and alerts on transnational terrorist networks to better understand their methods, motives and financing, and thus identify and arrest suspects.

– CBRNE

Terrorist attacks using CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive) materials can have devastating consequences for people and infrastructure

Terrorist attacks using CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive) materials can have devastating consequences for people and infrastructure

We do this through three levers: information sharing and intelligence analysis, capacity building and training, and operational support.

These activities are in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1540(2004), which recognises that border controls and policing are essential to prevent the proliferation of chemical, biological and nuclear weapons and their diversion by non-state actors.

VEHICLE-RELATED CRIME

Vehicle crime occurs all over the world and has strong links to organised crime and terrorism.

– The issue

Vehicle crime refers to the theft and trafficking of vehicles and the illegal trade in spare parts. These activities affect personal property, businesses, the economy and public safety around the world

Although it primarily affects car owners, organised vehicle theft also has financial consequences for insurance companies, damages the reputation of car manufacturers and is often linked to other organised criminal activities.

For organised crime groups, buying, transporting and trading stolen vehicles is a good way to make money without taking too much risk. Trafficking in stolen vehicles is usually used to finance and conduct other criminal activities, such as drug trafficking, arms trafficking, migrant smuggling and international terrorism.

The illicit spare parts market is another interesting source of income for criminal organisations, with many practical applications. This not only has financial implications for the industry, but also puts motorists at risk, as illicit spare parts may not meet current safety standards.
In recent years, the use of the Internet has led to a significant increase in the resale of illegal car components, making this a major issue for law enforcement, car manufacturers, regulators and public health agencies around the world.