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Law enforcement officers in a formal setting with seized computer equipment.

Europol Disrupts Albanian Investment Fraud Ring

In a major crackdown on investment scams, Europol and international authorities have dismantled a sophisticated Albanian investment fraud ring, arresting 10 suspects and seizing nearly €900,000 and 443 computers. The alleged scammers are accused of swindling victims out of at least €50m through their professionalized operation.

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Police officers in tactical gear stand outside a call centre during a daytime raid in Tirana, Albania.

Police Disrupt €50 Million Crypto Investment Fraud Ring

A massive €50 million crypto investment fraud ring has been dismantled thanks to a joint investigation by Austrian and Albanian authorities, supported by Europol and Eurojust, resulting in the arrest of 10 suspects and the seizure of cash and electronic devices. The alleged scammers, operating from call centres in Albania, left a trail of financial devastation across Italy, Germany, Greece, Spain, Canada, and the UK.

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