September 24 to 29, 2024, Kuala Lumpur hosted the 99th conference of the World Detective Association, founded in 1925 and boasting nearly 1,000 members from over 75 countries. The event focused on current investigative issues, new technologies, and methods used by detectives.
The association has established itself as a professional platform free from political trends, highlighted by the active participation of Russian detectives. Special attention was given to the contributions of former association president Alexey Solomanidin, who played a key role in supporting the association operationional activities during the crisis period and was re-elected to the executive committee.
During the conference, the Vinson Holmes Memorial Award was presented to Alexey Shcherbenev, president of the Russian Association of Detectives, for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the sphere of detective work. This recognition underscored the importance of professional interaction on the international stage.
Conference participants emphasized that such events strengthen ties between detective agencies and law enforcement bodies in various countries, while also enhancing the effectiveness of detectives worldwide.
