EPPO investigations up 38% as potential harm hits €24.8 billion

The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) saw a 38% rise in active cases at the end of 2024 compared to 2023, with the number expected to increase both as detection and reporting of European Union (EU) fraud continues to improve and its Polish and Swedish offices, which became operational in 2024, get up to speed, according to the agency's latest annual report.

By Sara Lewis

The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) saw a 38% rise in active cases at the end of 2024 compared to 2023, with the number expected to increase both as detection and reporting of European Union (EU) fraud continues to improve and its Polish and Swedish offices, which became operational in 2024, get up to speed, according to the agency's latest annual report. [1]