Interpol-Led Africa Cybercrime Sweep Results in 1,462 Arrests
Edited by Steinar Vigdel Kolnes, Editor, Oslo
Authorities recovered over $105 million in an Interpol-coordinated crackdown, while a Nigerian investigation linked suspected proceeds to crypto laundering.
A cybercrime operation coordinated by Interpol resulted in 1,462 arrests and the recovery of more than $105 million, according to Bitcoin.com News.
Law enforcement agencies from 20 African nations and the United States participated in the crackdown, which focused on cybercrime in Africa.
In a Nigerian case, investigators traced more than $2.4 million in suspected criminal proceeds. Much of that money was allegedly laundered through cryptocurrency transactions.
Source: Bitcoin.com News