Interpol reported 58 arrests and 263 identified suspects in a joint operation spanning 22 countries, targeting networks involved in cryptocurrency investment scams, romance scams and money laundering. The operation, code-named 'Jackal IV,' also led to the seizure of $2.67 million, according to an official announcement published on Aug. 25. Coordinated by Interpol's Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre, the action highlights the global push against sophisticated crypto-enabled fraud and money laundering. The scale of the international effort — nearly two dozen countries, dozens of arrests and millions in seized funds — shows how law enforcement agencies are prioritizing cross-border cooperation to address crypto-related crime. The development was reported by Crypto.news, citing Interpol's official statement.
Interpol said 58 people were arrested in a joint operation across 22 countries, aimed at cryptocurrency investment scams, romance scams, and money laundering networks. And that wasn’t all: another 263 people were identified as suspects, while $2.67 million was seized.
The operation, code-named 'Jackal IV,' was announced on Aug. 25. It was coordinated by Interpol's Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre.
The operation shows global law enforcement agencies are ramping up efforts against sophisticated fraud and money laundering tied to cryptocurrencies. The news was reported by Crypto.news.
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