INTERPOL Operation Jackal III Arrests More Than 300 Scammers – 2024
INTERPOL Operation Jackal III Arrests More Than 300 Scammers
Major Interpol Led Operation Targets ‘Black Axe’ and Other Organized Crime Groups
Primary Category: Criminal Justice
Authors:
• SCARS Editorial Team – Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc.
• INTERPOL
About This Article
A global law enforcement operation, Operation Jackal III, targeted West African organized crime groups, including Black Axe, resulting in 300 arrests and the seizure of USD 3 million in assets.
Running from April 10 to July 3, 2024, across 21 countries, the operation focused on combating online financial fraud and dismantling criminal networks. Over 400 suspects were identified, and over 720 bank accounts were blocked.
The operation highlighted the critical need for international collaboration in addressing the alarming rise in financial fraud stemming from West Africa.
