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Crime Statistics in Switzerland

According to official reports, crime rates in Switzerland have shown fluctuations over the years.

Theft and Stolen Goods

• The number of registered thefts has nearly halved since 2012.
• However, fraud is increasing.
• The value of counterfeit money circulating in Switzerland each year remains relatively stable at around US$4-5 million.

Fraud

• In 2018, there were 16,319 cases of suspected fraud reported, a 23% increase from the previous year.
• This represents the highest number since statistics were revised in 2009.
• Welfare fraud accounted for 30% of these cases, with estimated losses of US$170 million.

Tax Evasion

• Swiss banks have faced charges and fines related to tax evasion in various countries.
• By 2016, more than 80 banks had paid over US$1.3 billion in settlements involving over 34,000 accounts holding up to US$48 billion.

Terrorism and Extremism

• The Swiss Federal Intelligence Service (FIS) reports that Russian spying activity remains high in Switzerland.
• Economic espionage from China is also a concern.
• Terrorist threats remain “high,” with concerns about released jihadists and foreign fighters.

Emerging Threats

• Cybercrime has become a significant threat, with one in seven people in Switzerland affected by an internet attack resulting in financial damage or disruption to their business activities.
• Companies in the banking and insurance industries are frequent targets.

Criminal Proceeds and Laundering

• Estimated global proceeds of criminal activity are US$5.8 trillion, with money laundering (ML) estimated at US$4.4 trillion.
• Based on Switzerland’s GDP share, estimated criminal proceeds generated in Switzerland would be around US$48 billion, with an estimated US$36 billion laundered.