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On occasion of International Women's Day 2025, around 390 women came together in the Parliament building – representing all parts of the country, age groups, sectors, parties and civil society. fedpol's director Eva Wildi-Cortés offered insights into the role of women in the police world. She is proud of all the women who are committed to Switzerland's security every day! A heartfelt thankyou!
During Operation Cumberland, 273 individuals worldwide were identified as having acquired and distributed AI-generated prohibited pornography from Denmark. In Switzerland, a total of three individuals were arrested and taken into custody by the Police Basel-Landschaft, Lucerne Police and Zurich city police forces – the public prosecutors' offices in each case are conducting criminal proceedings.
On 18 February, fedpol Director Eva Wildi-Cortés and fedpol employees welcomed Federal Councillor Beat Jans. In his speech during the official inaugural visit, the Federal Councillor stated that police and investigative work is becoming increasingly complex and that the requirements on fedpol are constantly growing. The Federal Councillor is convinced that the Director, with her experience and know-how, will lead fedpol in the right direction.
Fraudulent emails posing as the police are currently circulating. The senders impersonate various police authorities as well as individuals. Calls in the name of fake authorities (police, customs) are occurring with increasing frequency.
Please do not reply to these emails, and do not respond to requests made by telephone. Report them to the NCSC.