Trilateral Operation Targets Financial Crimes in the Tri-Border Region

A large-scale operation coordinated across three nations – Switzerland, Germany, and France – took place overnight from Tuesday, March 17th to Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, targeting financial crimes. The operation, dubbed “TriNat Süd,” involved multiple police forces and border security agencies.

Joint Effort Across Borders

The operation involved the Kantonspolizeien Basel-Stadt and Aargau, the Polizei Basel-Landschaft, the Federal Office of Customs and Border Security (BAZG), the Freiburg Police Headquarters, the Federal Police Germany, the Gendarmerie nationale, and the Police nationale from France Basel-Stadt. Focus was placed on the cantons of Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft, with checks conducted on major routes leading to France and Germany.

Increased Border Controls

The BAZG and the French Gendarmerie nationale intensified entry and exit controls at border crossings, concentrating on individuals and vehicles potentially involved in cross-border financial crimes Polizeiticker.

Operation Results

During the operation, a total of 322 individuals and 238 vehicles were thoroughly checked. Despite the extensive controls, no evidence of financial crimes was found Nachrichten Heute.

Arrests Made

Two arrests were made during the operation. One individual was arrested for violating the Swiss Aliens and Integration Act, and was also found to be driving without valid insurance or a driver’s license. A second arrest occurred after a vehicle crossed the border from France into Switzerland, with the driver being charged with facilitating illegal entry Basel-Stadt.

Additional Violations

Three additional violations were identified, resulting in fines. Authorities confirmed that no drivers were found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs OnlineReports.