Sharjah Police arrested 33 people across 12 countries over an alleged global money laundering scheme linked to cyber fraud and digital wallet theft. Police accused the suspects of operating an organised criminal network that targeted individuals and companies through cyberattacks, stolen data, cryptocurrency transactions and physical intimidation. The operation, called End of Battle, was announced on October 15, 2026. Lieut Gen Abdullah Mubarak bin Amer, commander-in-chief of Sharjah Police, said the group used multiple criminal methods rather than relying on a single activity. Police said the network hid its operations behind layers of encryption and moved through closed networks. In public, members allegedly projected an image of wealth, travelling between world capitals and presenting a lavish lifestyle while running their criminal framework in secret. Prosecutors described a cross-border organisation with integrated roles, starting with seizing victims’ funds through fraud and hacking. Investigators said the group then allegedly converted the proceeds into property and other investments to give the appearance of legitimacy. The network was accused of running four specialised gangs. One gang carried out cyberattacks and stole customer information and databases. A second group allegedly laundered money through virtual assets and other financial channels. A third gang used social engineering to manipulate victims and steal digital wallets. The fourth group was accused of violent assaults to force victims to hand over digital wallet passcodes. Police said more than 30 companies and institutions were targeted. The operation included protecting interests and assets, securing assets worth more than Dh65 billion, seizing more than Dh200 million in cash, and auditing and verifying more than 3,000 digital wallets. Sharjah’s Attorney General Anwar Al Harmoudi said the suspects were arrested and the networks were dismantled, with security efforts continuing after the operation.