# Interpol's global operation targets financial crimes Over 5,800 arrests and $293 million seized. - **Source:** [ReadWrite](https://brifing.si/source/7a996b61-bc09-4e57-8483-78f2ad9dd914) - **Published:** 2026-07-10 - **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/b58e744d-fca8-4f83-ac93-b285afba1f5b ## Start of the global operation Interpol launched a major operation against financial crimes with the participation of 97 countries. The operation targeted crimes such as online gambling, investment fraud, and money laundering. Over 5,800 people were arrested and $293 million was seized. ## Details of the operation The operation lasted from January 2026 to April 2026. 152,808 cases were investigated and 23,715 inquiries were resolved. More than 15,600 suspects were identified and 142,000 victims were determined. 31,014 bank accounts were frozen. ## Operations in Africa Interpol's operation in Africa targeted online gambling and digital fraud networks. 306 suspects were arrested and over 1,800 electronic devices were seized. More than 5,000 victims were identified. ## Operations in Eswatini and Thailand In Eswatini, 82 suspects were arrested and a fake Brazilian police station was uncovered. In Thailand, a cryptocurrency-based money laundering operation was discovered. One suspect's digital wallet processed $122.5 million. ## Operations in Singapore and Oman Authorities in Singapore and Oman prevented a $6.6 million fraud transfer. In Macao, China, a victim was stopped from sending $372,000. These operations were carried out during public awareness campaigns. ## Significance of the operation Interpol's operations highlight the global impact of financial crimes. Coordinated international cooperation led to thousands of arrests and the seizure of millions of dollars. These operations marked a significant step in the fight against financial crimes. ## Sources covering this story - https://readwrite.com/interpol-crackdown-online-gambling-scams-cybercrime/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._