Criminal networks using young people from India for extortion, agency warns

Fintrac says it has generated more than 100 financial intelligence disclosures related to extortion so far in 2026 — more ...

Cartel-linked extortion ring busted; exotic animals and cars seized

The crackdown — dubbed Operation "Liberacion" — saw nearly 3,000 security personnel carry out 52 raids, officials said.
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In Mexico, ‘invisible crime’ of extortion exacts heavy toll

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Mexico ranks among the world’s top five nations for extortion, which is often called ‘the invisible crime.’ An ...

Sixfold increase in extortion cases in Canada so far this year: FINTRAC

OTTAWA — Canada’s financial intelligence agency will report Thursday that extortion is soaring, with a growing number of ...