‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/youre-never-too-busy-for-your-banker-how-italys-ndrangheta-mafia-allegedly-infiltrated-canadian-banks
Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A faction of the 'Ndrangheta based in Toronto allegedly relied on relationships with staff at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected leader, was targeted in a large-scale organized crime investigation where charges against him and his associates were eventually dropped.
- Through internal police reports, wiretap summaries, and court records, it was revealed how Figliomeni and his allies allegedly infiltrated two major Canadian banks.
- Investigations uncovered that Figliomeni and his group may have laundered their proceeds from illegal activities through the banks, although the charges were ultimately not pursued in court.
The Rotenberg Files - OCCRP: When the oligarch brothers Boris and Arkady Rotenberg were sanctioned for being part of Putin's inner circle ...
occrp.org/en/rotenberg-files/
Spain Arrests Seller of Illegally Acquired Ancient Egyptian Sculpture: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18662-spain-arrests-seller-of-illegally-acquired-ancient-egyptian-sculpture
Eurojust Assists UK in Cracking Down on Benefit System Fraud: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18653-eurojust-assists-uk-in-cracking-down-on-benefit-system-fraud
Protests Outside and Fistfight Inside Georgian Parliament Over “Foreign Agent Law”
occrp.org/en/daily/18660-protests-outside-and-fistfigt-inside-georgian-parliament-over-foreign-agent-law
Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Kyrgyz journalist Aike Beishekeyeva planned to celebrate her 23rd birthday over cake w/her colleagues at @TemirovLive .
Instead ... Show more
With Journalists Behind Bars, Kyrgyzstan Enters New Era of Repression - OCCRP: The authorities have accused Temirov Live, a respected investigative outlet ...
occrp.org/en/uncensored-the-kyrgyzstan-project/with-journalists-behind-bars-kyrgyzstan-enters-new-era-of-repression
🇺🇦 Even as Western support for Ukraine looks increasingly doubtful, stories continue to emerge of the depredations endured by those who have lived under ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/investigations/rape-electric-shocks-and-threats-of-castration-what-four-ukrainian-men-endured-under-russian-occupation
US: Pharmaceutical Company Accused of Defrauding Hundreds of Millions from Medicare
occrp.org/en/daily/18654-us-pharmaceutical-company-accused-of-defrauding-hundreds-of-millions-from-medicare
U.S. pharmaceutical firm Regeneron inflated the average price of its eye care drug Eylea while secretly reimbursing customers’ credit card fees in order to ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/daily/18654-us-pharmaceutical-company-accused-of-defrauding-hundreds-of-millions-from-medicare
Former Venezuelan Oil Minister and Vice President Arrested for Corruption: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18646-former-venezuelan-oil-minister-and-vice-president-arrested-for-corruption
India Dismantles Babies Trafficking Ring: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18652-india-dismantles-babies-trafficking-ring
Romania Admits to Flaws in Timber Tracing System: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18658-romania-admits-to-flaws-in-timber-tracing-system
NGO: Ivory Trafficking Continues in Europe Despite Tougher Regulations: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18655-ngo-ivory-trafficking-continues-in-europe-despite-tougher-regulations
Ecuador Arrests Judges, Lawyers and Police Officers for Helping Criminals: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18630-ecuador-arrests-judges-lawyers-and-police-officers-for-helping-criminals
EU Court Reverses EU Sanctions on Two Russian Businessmen: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18656-eu-court-reverses-eu-sanctions-on-two-russian-businessmen
The Simple Fraud Undermining Europe’s Most Sophisticated Timber Tracing System - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/the-simple-fraud-undermining-europes-most-sophisticated-timber-tracing-system
The PM of Solomon Islands has built at least 8 new houses around the capital city of Honiara, at an estimated cost of at least 1.7 million U.S. dollars ... Show more @idsol23 www.occrp.org/en/investigations/solomon-islands-pm-has-millions-in-property-raising-questions-around-wealth
Two Plead Guilty to Insider Trading on Trump Media Merger: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18638-two-plead-guilty-to-insider-trading-on-trump-media-merger
Sanctions Haven’t Stopped Notorious Serbian Arms Merchant Slobodan Tešić - OCCRP: Despite repeated rounds of sanctions, the notorious arms dealer Slobodan Tešić ...
occrp.org/en/investigations/sanctions-havent-stopped-notorious-serbian-arms-merchant-slobodan-tesic
Quick Glance: Sanctions Fail to Halt Notorious Serbian Arms Dealer Slobodan Tešić
- Despite sanctions, arms dealer Slobodan Tešić remains a dominant player in Serbia's weapons trade.
- A leaked chat suggests Tešić quietly took over M.M.P. Consulting, previously owned by his competitor.
- Tešić has defied international sanctions and continues to have a significant influence in the arms trade.
- His recent expansion by acquiring a company linked to his rival showcases his enduring dominance in the industry.
Chile Arrests Dozens in Crackdown on Transnational Gang ‘Los Trinitarios’: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18645-chile-arrests-dozens-in-crackdown-on-transnational-gang-los-trinitarios
UK Cracks Down on Waste Crime: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18649-uk-cracks-down-on-waste-crime
EU Court Sides with Elderly Women, Faults Switzerland in Climate Change Case: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18647-eu-court-sides-with-elderly-women-faults-switzerland-in-climate-change-case
Panama Papers: Hearing Initiates Eight Years Post-Leak: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18640-panama-papers-hearing-initiates-eight-years-post-leak
Spanish Police Seize 16.5 Tonnes of Cocaine-Filled Pellets: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18641-spanish-police-seize-16-5-tonnes-of-cocaine-filled-pellets
Belarusian Timber Finds Its Way to EU Despite Sanctions: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18637-belarusian-timber-finds-its-way-to-eu-despite-sanctions
The PM of Solomon Islands is modestly paid among world leaders.
But Manasseh Sogavare & his wife have built 8 houses in the last half-decade ... Show more @idsol23 www.occrp.org/en/investigations/solomon-islands-pm-has-millions-in-property-raising-questions-around-wealth
An Austrian wood panel producer supplies companies including IKEA — but illegally-cut wood may be entering its supply chain ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/investigations/the-simple-fraud-undermining-europes-most-sophisticated-timber-tracing-system
Italian and French Police Unravel Euro Forgery Syndicate: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18639-italian-and-french-police-unravel-euro-forgery-syndicate+
Ukrainian Police Foil Amphetamine Ring: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18628-ukrainian-police-foil-amphetamine-ring
Whistleblower Persecution: SBU Weaponizes Military Draft to Target Slidstvo.Info Journalist Over Exposé
slidstvo.info/english-stories/whistleblower-persecution-sbu-weaponizes-military-draft-to-target-slidstvo-info-journalist-over-expose/
Spanish Police Recover Nearly 200 Looted Archaeological Pieces: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18629-spanish-police-recover-nearly-200-looted-archaeological-pieces
Montenegro Nabs Alleged Kavač Clan Lawyer: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18631-montenegro-nabs-alleged-kavac-clan-lawyer
Solomon Islands PM Has Millions in Property, Raising Questions Around Wealth - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/solomon-islands-pm-has-millions-in-property-raising-questions-around-wealth
Our member center @Slidstvo_info has released a new documentary: #HimToo : Stories of Ukrainian Men Abused by the Russians.
It relates the experiences of four Ukrainian ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/investigations/rape-electric-shocks-and-threats-of-castration-what-four-ukrainian-men-endured-under-russian-occupation
Colombia Dismantles Contraband Ring Partially Made of Police Officers: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18611-colombia-dismantles-contraband-ring-partially-made-of-police-officers
Quick Glance: Colombia Cracks Down on Smuggling Ring Involving Police
- Five members of the smuggling network, including two Colombian Tax and Customs Police (POLFA) officers, were arrested and charged.
- The suspects are facing charges of illicit enrichment as public servants, money laundering, and smuggling.
- One company, 20 properties, and 10 vehicles were confiscated, with the value of the seized properties exceeding US$1.5 million.
- The two officers have been sent to prison, while the civilians are under further investigation.
Georgian Ruling Party To Introduce Foreign Agent Law - Again: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18622-georgian-ruling-party-to-introduce-foreign-agent-law-again
Four-time premier Sogavare “needs to explain to the people: Where did he get all this money from?” said Ruth Liloqula, who heads the Solomon Islands chapter of ... Show more @anticorruption @idsol23
US: Two Time Murderer Receives Additional 40 Years for Financial Crimes: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18623-us-two-time-murderer-receives-additional-40-years-for-financial-crimes
🇲🇽 Unknown assassins murdered the mayor of a Mexican town in Michoacán province, a stronghold for criminal cartels & political violence ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/daily/18620-mayor-of-mexican-municipality-killed-in-gun-attack
Chicago Police Officers Appeared on Membership List of Extremist Oath Keepers Group - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/chicago-police-officers-appeared-on-membership-list-of-extremist-oath-keepers-group
UN Cites Southeast Asia as Destination for the World’s Illegal Waste: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18621-un-cites-southeast-asia-as-destination-for-the-world-s-illeg
Israel’s Crackdown on Critical Media: Al Jazeera First Target: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18618-israel-s-crackdown-on-critical-media-al-jazeera-first-target
Police Find Fugitive Turkish Trafficker Imprisoned in Brazil Under False Name: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18619-police-find-fugitive-turkish-trafficker-imprisoned-in-brazil-under-false-name
US: Crypto Traders Charged With Helping Criminals Launder Billions: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18609-us-crypto-traders-charged-with-helping-criminals-launder-billions
Australian intel + police agencies suspect a Fiji-based hotelier who openly promotes China’s interests in the Pacific island is also a senior organized crime ... Show more @theage @60Mins www.occrp.org/en/investigations/chinese-communist-party-backed-businessman-in-fiji-is-a-top-australian-criminal-target
Rape, Electric Shocks, and Threats of Castration: What Four Ukrainian Men Endured Under Russian Occupation - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/rape-electric-shocks-and-threats-of-castration-what-four-ukrainian-men-endured-under-russian-occupation
Quick Glance: Brutal Torture Endured by Ukrainian Men Under Russian Occupation
- Four Ukrainian men recount horrific abuse suffered at the hands of Russian occupying forces.
- The men faced sexual violence, waterboarding, and beatings among other forms of torture.
- Despite the brutality, the victims call for justice and restoration of dignity.
- Ukrainian prosecutors have documented 101 cases of sexual violence against Ukrainian men by Russian forces.
Experts say such cases are under-reported because men are often reluctant to report sexual violence.
Each man had a different story. One was held for just a day, the others for weeks or months.
One was let go after his wife paid a ransom for his freedom; ... Show more
Young Ecuadorian Mayor Murdered Along with Communications Manager: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18604-young-ecuadorian-mayor-murdered-along-with-communications-manager
There is much to learn about the shadowy, systemic ways international crime and corruption work, who facilitates it, and the needed reforms ... Show more @cynthia_gabriel @laurentrichard0 @ekagigauri_ @julia_wallace www.oecd-events.org/gacif2024/onlinesession/70f9d0b6-f0d6-ee11-85fa-000d3a2d90a9
OCCRP Partners with Leading U.K. Universities to Analyze the Professional Enablers of Corruption
occrp.org/en/announcements/18464-occrp-partners-with-leading-uk-universities-to-analyze-the-professional-enablers-of-corruption
Transnational crime & corruption requires enablers.
In the @ICIJorg -led #CyprusConfidential investigation, millions of leaked documents offered unprecedented insight into ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/cyprus-confidential/
Our deputy editor @julia_wallace led an @OECD panel discussion highlighting how professionals — like lawyers, accountants, and company service providers — facilitate ... Show more
The US Seeks to Seize Luxury Apartments from ex Mongolian Prime Minister: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18607-the-us-seeks-to-seize-luxury-apartments-from-ex-mongolian-prime-minister
New U.S. Sanctions Target Syrian Captagon Traffickers: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18605-new-u-s-sanctions-target-syrian-captagon-traffickers
Kyrgyzstan Detains Ex-Customs Official Suspected of Money Laundering: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18603-kyrgyzstan-detains-ex-customs-official-suspected-of-money-laundering
EU Blacklists Russian Penal Colonies in Response to Navalny’s Death: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18597-eu-blacklists-russian-penal-colonies-in-response-to-navalny-s-death
PNG Investigating How Meth Flight Suspect Got Citizenship: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18599-png-investigating-how-meth-flight-suspect-got-citizenship
Text Mining / AI Specialist - OCCRP: OCCRP is looking for a Text Mining / AI Specialist
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U.K. Offshore Ownership Registry Reveals Luxury Properties Owned By Armenian Ex-President’s Family - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/uk-offshore-ownership-registry-reveals-luxury-properties-owned-by-armenian-ex-presidents-family
Chinese Communist Party-Backed Businessman in Fiji is a Top Australian Criminal Target - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/chinese-communist-party-backed-businessman-in-fiji-is-a-top-australian-criminal-target
Quick Glance: Chinese Businessman in Fiji Targeted by Australian Authorities
- Zhao Fugang is seen as a trusted advocate for China's interests in Fiji, but Australian authorities suspect he also plays a leading role in organized crime.
- Zhao is alleged to be a member of a syndicate involved in drug smuggling, money laundering, and human trafficking.
- Australian authorities have shared intelligence on Zhao with Fiji to urge local authorities to take action against him.
- Inclusion of Zhao in the list of Australian Priority Organization Targets is based on intelligence and not proof of wrongdoing.
Middlemen Push Up Prices As Gazans Struggle To Survive - OCCRP: A broken and exploited system where money is skimmed at every point in the commercial supply ...
occrp.org/en/investigations/middlemen-push-up-prices-as-gazans-struggle-to-survive
Bosnia and Herzegovina Busts Fake Diplomas Ring: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18585-bosnia-and-herzegovina-busts-fake-diplomas-ring
A Fiji-based entrepreneur who openly promotes China’s interests in the Pacific is also suspected by Australian security agencies of being a senior organized ... Show more @smh @theage @60Mins www.occrp.org/en/investigations/chinese-communist-party-backed-businessman-in-fiji-is-a-top-australian-criminal-target
Australian law enforcement secretly suspect that a Fiji-based entrepreneur who openly promotes Beijing’s interests in the Pacific is also a senior organized ... Show more www.occrp.org/en/investigations/chinese-communist-party-backed-businessman-in-fiji-is-a-top-australian-criminal-target
Moscow Bans 227 Americans from Entering Russia: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18573-moscow-bans-227-americans-from-entering-russia
Pacific Gambit: Inside the Chinese Communist Party and Triad Push into Palau - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/pacific-gambit-inside-the-chinese-communist-party-and-triad-push-into-palau
Italy Busts Group that Supplied Prisoners with Drugs, Weapons, Phones via Drones: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18587-italy-busts-group-that-supplied-prisoners-with-drugs-weapons-phones-via-drones
Ex Colombian Navy Employee Arrested for Facilitating Cocaine Trafficking: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18581-ex-colombian-navy-employee-arrested-for-facilitating-cocaine-trafficking
But Australia suspects that, beneath his public role as a businessman and loyal Party proxy, Zhao is a senior member of a transnational syndicate involved in ... Show more
Zhao has cultivated ties with Fiji’s elite.
When he opened his Yue Lai Hotel in 2014, then-Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama presided over the opening ... Show more
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