Sierra Leone is enhancing its investigation capabilities for financial crime as INTERPOL experts advocate for increased collaboration with the national police on complex fraud cases.
INTERPOL representatives Kiyotaka Sekine and Carios Gonzales Yepes met with Inspector General of Police William Fayia Sellu to discuss training, intelligence sharing, and strengthening investigative skills. This cooperation aims to better tackle financial crimes that often cross borders.
Sekine announced that Sierra Leone had been chosen from 18 countries to participate in an INTERPOL initiative designed to boost national responses to financial crime, although details about the project’s funding and timeline were not disclosed. He commended Sellu for encouraging officers to engage in international training and development.
Sellu expressed his appreciation for INTERPOL’s support and emphasised the importance of preventing Sierra Leone from becoming a haven for fraudsters. He highlighted the need for international cooperation, specialized training, and intelligence exchange to disrupt cross-border financial crime networks.
These discussions align with the Sierra Leone Police’s ongoing efforts to modernise their operations. Their 2025-2029 Strategic Development Plan aims to create a more service-oriented police force and enhance collaboration with global partners. INTERPOL has previously supported member nations in addressing financial crimes through various training and information-sharing initiatives.
