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Economic Crime

Lisette Heerze appointed Acting Head of the Netherlands Financial Intelligence Unit

As of 1 February, Lisette Heerze has been appointed Acting Head of the Netherlands Financial Intelligence Unit for an indefinite period. Her temporary appointment ensures

Cybercrime

Global Operation Disrupts Most Dangerous Malware Threats

In a coordinated international effort between 19 and 22 May, authorities across several countries launched a large-scale operation targeting some of the world’s most dangerous

Economic Crime

Joint Operation Halts Multi-Million Euro Fraud Scheme Targeting Public Institutions

German and Italian authorities, have dismantled a cross-border fraud operation that caused millions in financial damage to public institutions, cities, and municipalities. The suspects behind

Drug Trafficking

Key Organisers Behind Major Drug Trafficking to Nordic Countries Arrested in Serbia

In a coordinated international operation, Serbian authorities have arrested five individuals suspected of orchestrating the large-scale transport of illegal drugs to Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and

Investigations

Authorities Seize Timber Stock Again Amid Ongoing Sanctions Investigation

On April 17, the FINCEN conducted another seizure of timber inventories from two companies suspected of breaching international trade restrictions. The move follows earlier arrests

Tax fraud

Business Owner Arrested in Ongoing Tax Fraud Investigation

On March 31, a 44-year-old man from Best was arrested and taken to a police station in Eindhoven for questioning. Authorities suspect the man of

Investigations Tax fraud

13 Vehicles Seized in Investigation into Automotive Tax Fraud

On March 31, a 44-year-old man from Best was arrested and taken to a police station in Eindhoven for questioning. Authorities suspect the man of

Health Investigations

Authorities Intercept Massive Quantities of Unauthorized Tobacco in Rotterdam and North Brabant

Between May 19 and 21, enforcement officials disrupted three large-scale shipments of unlicensed tobacco products in the Port of Rotterdam and the municipality of Halderberge.

Health

Massive Haul of Illegal Cigarettes Discovered in Heerlen

A major seizure of unauthorized cigarettes took place on Friday, May 23, in Heerlen, thanks to cross-border cooperation and intelligence sharing. Authorities from the Combiteam

Economic Crime

Trio Detained in Financial Misconduct Probe in Deventer

On Wednesday, May 21, investigative authorities took action in two related financial crime cases in Deventer, resulting in the arrest of three men aged 41,