Financial Crime World

Garda National Economic Crime Bureau: Ireland’s Shield Against Financial Fraud

The Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB) in Dublin’s Business & Technology Park serves as a critical defense against financial fraud, economic crimes, and bribery in Ireland. Established in 1995, the Bureau continues to adapt and evolve to meet the demands of an intricately technological and complex criminal environment.

Leadership

Detective Chief Superintendent [Name] spearheads the GNECB, reporting to Assistant Commissioner, Organised and Serious Crime (OSC). With two Detective Superintendents and several Detective Inspectors, the Bureau’s core mission is:

  • Investigating serious and complex economic crimes
  • Supporting local and regional investigators
  • Proactively preventing and detecting economic crime

Key Units and Sections

The GNECB encompasses the following crucial units and sections:

  1. Assessment Unit - Evaluating potential crimes and their significance
  2. Serious Economic Crime Investigation Unit - Managing intricate financial investigations
  3. Payment Card and Counterfeit Currency Unit - Investigating payment card fraud and counterfeit currency
  4. Anti-Bribery & Corruption Unit - Probing instances of bribery and corruption
  5. Money Laundering Investigation Unit - Identifying and probing money laundering activities
  6. Financial Intelligence Unit - Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating financial intelligence
  7. Divisional Liaison Unit - Fostering collaboration between Garda divisions and GNECB
  8. Criminal Intelligence Office - Performing criminal intelligence research and analysis
  9. Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement (seconded staff) - Handling corporate offenses
  10. Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (seconded staff) - Enforcing consumer protection laws

Reporting Bribery and Corruption Anonymously

Contact the Confidential Reporting Line for anonymous reporting of bribery and corruption: 1800 40 60 80

Combating Money Muling

A significant focus of the GNECB’s work is combating money muling, with over 90% of transactions being linked to cybercrime. The Bureau aims to uphold public awareness and encourage reporting of any suspicious transactions.

Contact the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau

Garda National Economic Crime Bureau, Clyde House, IDA Blanchardstown Business & Technology Park, Snugborough Road, Dublin 15, D15 Y6N, Ireland

Telephone: +353 1 6663709 Bribery and Corruption Confidential Reporting Line: 1800 40 60 80