Lifting an INTERPOL Red Notice Due to Misidentification in Fraud Case

Client Type and Situation:
A European businessman was unexpectedly flagged at an international airport due to an INTERPOL Red Notice connected to a large-scale fraud case in a South American country. The notice had been issued under his name, but the client had no involvement in the case, making it clear that this was a case of mistaken identity.

Approach and Research:
Our firm immediately launched a thorough investigation, starting with a review of the Red Notice and the allegations behind it. We analyzed all available documentation, including police reports and fraud case files from the issuing country. It became clear that the notice had been issued based on similar personal details of another individual involved in the crime. After confirming the misidentification, we worked closely with the authorities in both the issuing and receiving countries to clarify the situation.

Steps Undertaken:
We submitted a formal request to INTERPOL to review the Red Notice, accompanied by a detailed dossier proving our client's lack of involvement in the fraud case. The petition included extensive evidence of the businessman’s whereabouts during the time of the alleged crime, as well as documentation proving that the actual suspect had a similar name and background details. Additionally, we engaged directly with local law enforcement in the country that issued the notice, providing them with a full briefing on the misidentification.

Outcome:
After a comprehensive review, INTERPOL recognized the mistake and removed our client’s name from the INTERPOL database. This not only restored the client's ability to travel freely but also cleared his name in international law enforcement databases, allowing him to resume business activities without any further disruptions.