CULTURAL
HERITAGE
CRIME
Cultural heritage crime threatens the world's shared history by targeting archaeological sites, historic monuments, sacred objects, artworks, and cultural property. INTCIPOL supports international cooperation to identify illicit trafficking networks, recover stolen heritage, and protect cultural assets for future generations.
Protecting the world's cultural heritage
Cultural heritage crime can permanently damage the history and identity of communities and nations. The illegal trafficking, theft, and destruction of cultural property can also generate significant profits for criminal networks.Combating the illicit trafficking of cultural propertyThe International Police Law Enforcement Commission-INTCIPOL promotes international cooperation between law enforcement agencies and relevant authorities to help prevent the theft, illegal movement, and trafficking of cultural heritage and archaeological objects.Activities
Cultural Property Protection — Supporting efforts to protect cultural and archaeological assets.
Illicit Trafficking — Promoting cooperation against the international trafficking of cultural property.
Information Exchange — Facilitating the sharing of information concerning stolen or trafficked cultural objects.
Investigation & Recovery — Supporting coordinated efforts to investigate crimes and assist in the recovery of cultural property.