Intelligence

Intelligence in law enforcement refers to the use of information and analysis to support law enforcement activities. Intelligence in law enforcement can include the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information about criminal threats, trends, and patterns. This information can be used by law enforcement agencies to develop strategies and tactics to prevent and respond to crime, and to identify and target specific individuals or organizations that pose a threat to public safety. Intelligence in law enforcement can be used in a variety of contexts, including terrorism, drug trafficking, organized crime, and other types of criminal activity. It is an important tool for law enforcement agencies to enhance their effectiveness and to protect the public.

Senior police officers undergo training on human trafficking law – BusinessGhana
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Senior police officers undergo training on human trafficking law – BusinessGhana

A person who has any knowledge or suspects anyone of human trafficking and fails to inform the police commits an offence, according to the Human trafficking Act, 2005 (Act 694). Any such person is liable upon summary conviction to a fine of not less than 250 penalty units or a term of imprisonment not less…

Refugees at risk: UN uncovers human trafficking at camp in Malawi
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Refugees at risk: UN uncovers human trafficking at camp in Malawi

Now measures are underway to dismantle the human trafficking networks operating within the Dzaleka Refugee Camp, identify and rescue their victims, and bring those responsible to justice. “The situation was much worse than we first envisaged,” says UNODC’s Maxwell Matewere, who initially visited the camp in October 2020, where he trained camp staff and law…

Using anti-terror expertise to fight human trafficking in Ukraine – Washington Times
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Using anti-terror expertise to fight human trafficking in Ukraine – Washington Times

OPINION: Russian President Vladimir Putin’s barbaric war in Ukraine has spawned a humanitarian catastrophe. But the tragedy is even greater than the Russian military’s indiscriminate bombing of residential neighborhoods, hospitals and schools which has already resulted in thousands of civilian deaths. The Kremlin’s nightmarishly brazen attacks have also caused a refugee crisis, with almost 7…

121 arrests in operation against migrant smuggling and human trafficking – INTERPOL
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121 arrests in operation against migrant smuggling and human trafficking – INTERPOL

Operation Storm Makers busts criminal networks profiting from the movement of vulnerable men, women and children across borders. Organ traffickers in Turkey staged wedding photos between recipients and donors to mislead hospital ethics checks.  LYON, France – An INTERPOL-coordinated operation targeting migrant smuggling and human trafficking has triggered 121 arrests across 25 countries, prompting 193…

Justice Department Observes National Missing Children’s Day
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Justice Department Observes National Missing Children’s Day

As part of the 39th annual National Missing Children’s Day commemoration, the Department of Justice today honored 12 courageous individuals for their extraordinary efforts to recover missing children and bring sexual predators to justice. “Every day, law enforcement professionals, advocates, and citizens alike step up to protect children from harm, reunite missing children with their…

Human Trafficking and ORC: The Dark Truth behind Retail Crime Networks – Loss Prevention Magazine
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Human Trafficking and ORC: The Dark Truth behind Retail Crime Networks – Loss Prevention Magazine

Organized retail crime (ORC) has been top-of-mind for all loss prevention professionals in recent years due to its financial impact. The FBI estimates that ORC crimes cost the US approximately $30 billion each year, with a large percentage of that money funding other, darker criminal activities. Kevin Metcalf “When you’re looking at organized retail crime,…

DeliverFund partners with Airbnb to combat human trafficking
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DeliverFund partners with Airbnb to combat human trafficking

The hospitality industry is frequently exploited by human traffickers DeliverFund is a counter-human trafficking member of Airbnb’s Trust & Safety Advisory Coalition (TSAC) DeliverFund uses relevant data and expert analysis to proactively identify human trafficking risk DALLAS, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — DeliverFund, a Dallas-based nonprofit intelligence organization that leverages cutting-edge technology to combat human trafficking, announced its…

Refugees at Risk: UNODC Uncovers Human Trafficking at Camp in Malawi
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Refugees at Risk: UNODC Uncovers Human Trafficking at Camp in Malawi

(UNODC) and the Malawian Police Service. Now measures are underway to dismantle the human trafficking networks operating within the Dzaleka Refugee Camp, identify and rescue their victims and bring those responsible to justice. “The situation was much worse than we first envisaged,” says UNODC’s Maxwell Matewere, who initially visited the camp in October 2020 where…

Tarrant County 5 Stones Human Trafficking Coalition March 2022 Meeting
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Tarrant County 5 Stones Human Trafficking Coalition March 2022 Meeting

Here is our recorded meeting link and chat notes for our 5 Stones March 2022 meeting! Our March 5 Stones meeting featured Matt Osborne from New Friends New Life as he discussed the manKINDness Project, a curriculum outreaching to boys.   Here is the link to the recorded meeting: https://cutt.ly/5StonesMarch2022 Here is Matt’s presentation deck: https://cutt.ly/5StonesMar2022PresentationDeck Here is…

Volunteering To Help Stop Child Sex Trafficking
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Volunteering To Help Stop Child Sex Trafficking

The fastest growing criminal industry in the world is the buying and selling of people [1]. There are a variety of reasons for this rapid increase: – There is fairly low risk as these cases are difficult to investigate and prosecute – This crime has taken to the internet allowing it to scale at an…