Daniel Kinahan arrested within the United Arab Emirates | EUROtoday

Daniel Kinahan, alleged to be the chief of the Kinahan organised crime group, has been arrested within the United Arab Emirates.

Irish police stated they have been conscious of the arrest of a person in his late 40s, on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish Courts in relation to alleged severe organised crime offences.

The gardai stated the arrest is in accordance with the bilateral settlement on extradition between Ireland and United Arab Emirates.

Dubai Police stated the arrest befell on April 15.

Kinahan has been named within the Irish courts as the top of one in every of Europe’s most outstanding drug gangs.

A gardai assertion stated the arrest of Daniel Kinahan was an “important demonstration of the need for international law enforcement co-operation in tackling transnational organised crime”.

The assertion stated: “The arrest of the Irish national in Dubai remains a matter for the authorities in the United Arab Emirates at this time.

“An Garda Siochana has been steadfast in our determination that we would pursue those allegedly involved in serious organised criminal activity, wherever they go.

“Today’s arrest is another extremely important demonstration of the need for international law enforcement co-operation in tackling transnational organised crime.

“An Garda Siochana has developed many major international partnerships in our efforts to target transnational organised crime groups.

“Our relationship with the authorities in the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of Justice at judicial level, and on a police-to-police basis, is valued.

“This relationship has been supported by the Irish Government Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration and Department of Foreign Affairs.”

Dubai Police stated they’d arrested an “Irish fugitive for his alleged role in an international organised crime network”.

A spokesperson stated: “Dubai police, in collaboration with the UAE ministry of interior, have arrested an Irish fugitive for his alleged role in an international organised crime network.

“The arrest comes as part of efforts to combat cross-border crime.

“The arrest followed the receipt of a judicial file from Irish authorities detailing the suspect’s alleged crimes and his involvement in an international criminal organisation.

“Based on the file, Dubai public prosecution issued an arrest warrant to initiate legal procedures ahead of his extradition.

“Specialised teams immediately launched intensive search and surveillance operations, leading to the suspect’s capture within 48 hours of the warrant being issued.

“Dubai police confirmed that the arrest took place on April 15, reflecting the force’s rapid response and operational readiness in handling international cases.

“Dubai police further reaffirmed their commitment to supporting global efforts to combat organised crime and pursuing internationally wanted individuals.

“They also highlighted the importance of close cooperation with law enforcement agencies worldwide to enhance security, strengthen partnerships, and ensure safer communities.”