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Gibraltar Fights Back Against Financial Crime and Organized Crime with GCID

The Government of Gibraltar established the Gibraltar Criminal Intelligence Department (GCID) in 1997 to strengthen its efforts against financial crime and organized crime. This non-operational unit plays a crucial role in coordinating the collection, analysis, and dissemination of criminal intelligence.

Background

GCID was established as a direct response to Gibraltar’s efforts to combat drugs trafficking, money laundering, and other major crimes. The unit has evolved significantly since its inception, developing well-established intelligence databases that provide vital information to authorities tackling serious or organized crime.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinating the collection, analysis, and dissemination of criminal intelligence
  • Facilitating the exchange of intelligence between local agencies, including:
    • Royal Gibraltar Police
    • HM Customs Gibraltar
    • Gibraltar Defence Police
  • Processing intelligence related to serious or organized crime with links to Gibraltar both locally and internationally

International Coordination

In a significant development, GCID took over the responsibilities of running the Gibraltar Interpol Sub-Bureau in February 2002, working on behalf of the Royal Gibraltar Police. This move has enhanced international coordination and cooperation in tackling crime affecting Gibraltar.

Contact Information

Members of the public seeking to contact GCID can do so through the following channels:

By working closely with local and international law enforcement agencies, GCID plays a vital role in combating financial crime and organized crime in Gibraltar.