INTERPOL-coordinated Operation Red Card 2.0 led to 651 arrests and the recovery of more than $4.3 million in a multinational crackdown on investment fraud, mobile money scams and predatory loan apps. Across 16 countries the action identified 1,247 victims, seized 2,341 devices and took down 1,442 malicious websites, domains and servers linked to over $45 million in losses. #INTERPOL #OperationRedCard2_0
Keypoints
- 651 suspects were arrested and over $4.3 million recovered during the operation.
- The investigation identified 1,247 victims and linked activities to more than $45 million in losses.
- Authorities seized 2,341 devices and took down 1,442 malicious websites, domains, and servers.
- Nigerian forces dismantled an investment fraud ring and arrested members who used stolen telecom credentials.
- The coordinated effort involved 16 countries and was led by the African Joint Operation against Cybercrime (AFJOC) with INTERPOL.