The UAE has extradited two individuals to Belgium following their arrests in a significant international operation.
The extradition, sanctioned by UAE courts and the Ministry of Justice, was executed after arrests by Dubai Police HQ and Sharjah Police HQ, in response to Interpol Red Notices from Belgium.
The Ministry of Interior reported that one suspect is among Belgium’s most wanted, facing charges of cross-border drug trafficking and involvement in a dangerous organized gang. The second is accused of trafficking drugs, psychotropic substances, and money laundering.
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The Ministry of Interior highlighted that the extradition underscores the UAE’s dedication to international legal cooperation, enhancing its role in combating organized and cross-border crimes.
This action also signifies the nation’s commitment to reinforcing global law enforcement partnerships and sharing security expertise to boost community safety and stability.
On September 25, Sharjah Police apprehended and extradited fraudsters to Nepal and Uzbekistan, following Interpol red notices.
Last month, the UAE extradited a man wanted for fraud, money laundering, and leading a criminal gang to France.
In August, the UAE handed over two international fugitives to France and Belgium, both with Interpol Red Notices.
Earlier, a high-profile suspect from China was captured and extradited for operating an organized criminal network, being one of China’s most wanted, arrested by Dubai Police under an Interpol red notice.
In July, Sharjah Police arrested a man using his family as cover for international drug trafficking in a major operation.
This arrest was part of a larger crackdown dismantling an international criminal network smuggling drugs from Canada and Spain to the UAE.
