Crime“Interpol’s Global Crime Trend Report shows that cybercrime is escalating worldwide, and stronger cybersecurity and global cooperation are needed to combat it,” Al-Raisi said.“To address these challenges, Interpol has implemented strategic initiatives. Since the last regional conference, we completed the Cybercrime Capacity Building Project in the Americas, which was funded by Canada.
“Reaching more than 700 officers in your region, this project strengthened the ability of 35 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean to fight cybercrime. By providing advanced training, technical support, and resources, Interpol ensured that law enforcement across the Americas is well-prepared to prevent, detect, and investigate cybercrimes effectively.“
Al-Raisi said Interpol’s Operation Lionfish Hurricane seriously damaged the transnational organized crime networks behind drug trafficking across the Americas and the Caribbean.
“The operation led to the seizure of 615 tons of drugs, worth $1.6 billion. There were 206 arrests in 31 countries.”
He said another operation, lead by Interpol and CARICOM, resulted in the seizure of more than 10 tons of cocaine, 2.5 tons of cannabis, and 350 firearms.
There were more than 500 arrests across 16 countries in the Caribbean, he said.
“These operations show the wide reach of transnational organized crime networks and the outstanding work of your officers,” he said.
“By continuing to work together like this, we can effectively fight this crime and bring those responsible to justice. This week, we come together to address this critical issue and to prioritize the most vulnerable, including victims of human trafficking, who are forced into modern-day slavery and exploitation.“
Interpol is an inter-governmental organization with 196 member countries that helps police in those countries work together.
To do this, Interpol enables them to share and access data on crimes and criminals, and offers a range of technical and operational support.
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