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Major operation targets suspected European horse trafficking network
Nearly 200 officers across four countries participated in a major operation against a suspected horse trafficking network in Europe. The network allegedly used falsified documents and manipulated microchips to hide the horses' true identities.
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A major operation against a criminal network suspected of trafficking horses across Europe was carried out this week.
The extensive operation involved nearly 200 officers collaborating across four countries.
According to Europol, the network is suspected of utilizing falsified documents and manipulated microchips to conceal the true identities of the horses.
Europol, which assists European Union member states in preventing and tackling serious international and organized crime, stated that investigations into the matter are currently ongoing.
Equestrian · Horse & Hound · Published 00:13 · 12 Sept 2026
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