Police have arrested 58 people in a large operation against crime networks in West Africa. The operation also identified 263 other suspects.
This effort involved police forces from 22 countries. It was led by INTERPOL, an international police organization.
The operation, called Jackal IV, lasted for eight months. It started in November 2025 and ended in June 2026.
The focus was on stopping money laundering. It also targeted online scams that steal money.
These crimes are linked to organized crime groups operating from West Africa.
Authorities stated that the operation aimed to disrupt these criminal activities. They worked together to share information and coordinate actions across borders.
The arrests and identifications are part of a larger effort to fight serious international crime.
Further investigations are expected to follow these arrests.