An international operation has dismantled an encrypted communications platform known as Ghost, which was notorious for enabling large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering. Fifty-one suspects from several countries were arrested.
In a "true global game of cat and mouse", according to Jean-Philippe LecouffeDeputy Executive Director of Europol, the encrypted communications platform known as Ghost has been dismantled.
The platform has gained popularity among criminal organizations due to its advanced security features. Its dismantling is a significant blow to global organized crime networks.
Today we made it clear that, no matter how hidden criminal networks think they are, they cannot escape our collective efforts.
He stated Catherine De Bolleexecutive director of Europol, calling the Ghost platform "a lifeline for serious organized crime."
Operation against Ghost involved several countries
The operation was carried out with the assistance of authorities from Australia, Canada, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden and the United States, as part of a broader commitment to combating global organised crime.
The joint effort prevented several threats to life, dismantled a drug lab in Australia and led to the global seizure of weapons, drugs and more than 1 million euros in cash, according to Europol.
In addition, it resulted in the arrest of 51 suspects from various countries, with more arrests expected, according to information provided by Reuters.
As the investigation continues, it is anticipated that further disruption of illegal activities will be pursued.
Source: pplware.sapo.pt
