March 2025 – Radha Stirling, founder of Detained in Dubai and the IPEX (Interpol & Extradition) Reform initiative, has successfully secured the removal of a wrongful Interpol Red Notice issued by the UAE in connection with a civil banking dispute. In addition to clearing her client’s name, Stirling provided expert testimony in support of his US immigration visa application that was in jeopardy over the Red Notice, helping restore the client’s freedom to travel and rebuild his professional life.
The case involved a long-term Gulf resident who was wrongfully listed on Interpol’s database over a voided security cheque, despite having formally restructured the underlying loan with the bank. The cheque, rendered invalid under the new agreement, was later used to obtain a conviction in absentia, triggering an international alert through Interpol.
Stirling submitted a comprehensive legal petition to ensure the Red Notice’s removal which was accepted by Interpol’s head office in Lyon.
Beyond the Interpol victory, Stirling also provided expert testimony in support of the individual’s US immigration case, helping to secure their ability to travel and work without restriction.
“This was a textbook case of how Red Notices can be exploited in financial disputes,” said Stirling. “Interpol was never intended to serve as a debt collection tool, and we’re proud to have helped ensure justice prevailed in this instance.”
Stirling and the IPEX initiative continue to campaign for systemic reform of Interpol procedures to prevent politically or financially motivated misuse.
Radha Stirling offers a comprehensive service for individuals facing Interpol related challenges, including status checks, preventative action, legal analysis, and permanent removal of Red Notices. With almost twenty years of experience in international law, Interpol, extradition, and human rights, she provides expert guidance at every stage, from identifying potential risks to delivering full legal resolutions. She has deep expertise and a proven track record in protecting freedom of movement and defending against abuse of global policing systems.
