Editing — Ingrid Gercama

In 2025, I joined the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) as an investigative editor based in the Netherlands.

OCCRP is a non-profit global network of investigative journalists and independent media focused on uncovering organised crime, political corruption, and systemic abuse of power. In my role, I collaborate on global investigative projects with journalists worldwide to hold power accountable, while continuing to report and write (yes, I am lucky like that!).

A selection of the stories I worked on:

Leaked transaction data reveals how a major refinery in Ireland feeds into the aluminum supply chain of Russian weapons manufacturers arming Putin’s forces as they attack Ukraine. With iStories (Russia in exile), KibOrg (Ukraine), De Tijd (Belgium), — Leaked transaction data reveals how a major refinery in Ireland feeds into the aluminum supply chain of Russian weapons manufacturers arming Putin’s forces as they attack Ukraine. With iStories (Russia in exile), KibOrg (Ukraine), De Tijd (Belgium), the Irish Times (Ireland), the Guardian (UK), Delfi (Estonia). Reported, coordinated, and edited.

Scoop: Belgian drug lord spent millions of dollars investing in luxury real estate in Dubai. Belgian authorities successfully extradited him today, but it’s unclear what has happened to the profits he reaped from his property ventures in the emirate. — Scoop: Belgian drug lord spent millions of dollars investing in luxury real estate in Dubai. Belgian authorities successfully extradited him today, but it’s unclear what has happened to the profits he reaped from his property ventures in the emirate. With De Tijd & Knack (Belgium). Editing, writing and reporting.

An investigation into an opaque network of shell companies in the British Virgin Islands and Luxembourg holding firms, an agency that manages China’s foreign reserves has discreetly scooped up stakes in Europe’s critical infrastructure, utilities, an — An investigation into an opaque network of shell companies in the British Virgin Islands and Luxembourg holding firms, an agency that manages China’s foreign reserves has discreetly scooped up stakes in Europe’s critical infrastructure, utilities, and real estate. With De Tijd (Belgium), Le Monde (France), infoLibre (Spain), FRONTSTORY.PL (Poland), VSquare (Central Europe), and Follow the Money (Netherlands) for OCCRP. Edited, reported and project coordination.

An investigation into cargo ships carrying sanctioned Russian oil through the Baltic Sea has found that they routinely sail with two extra crew members - Russian men with security backgrounds. In collaboration with Delfi (Estonia), Helsingin Sanomat — An investigation into cargo ships carrying sanctioned Russian oil through the Baltic Sea has found that they routinely sail with two extra crew members - Russian men with security backgrounds. In collaboration with Delfi (Estonia), Helsingin Sanomat (Finland), and iStories (Russia in exile) for OCCRP. Editing.

Feature: A city clerk is on trial for allegedly selling personal information from Amsterdam’s municipal systems to criminals via data brokers — which prosecutors say has helped fuel a terrifying wave of shootings and bombings across the Netherlands. — Feature: A city clerk is on trial for allegedly selling personal information from Amsterdam’s municipal systems to criminals via data brokers — which prosecutors say has helped fuel a terrifying wave of shootings and bombings across the Netherlands. Reporting for OCCRP.

An investigation into the Russian “watchmen” quietly sailing aboard tankers carrying sanctioned oil — and their role on board.
With: Dossier Center (Russia in exile), Follow the Money (Netherlands), Delfi (Estonia), Danwatch (Denmark), Expressen, De — An investigation into the Russian “watchmen” quietly sailing aboard tankers carrying sanctioned oil — and their role on board. With: Dossier Center (Russia in exile), Follow the Money (Netherlands), Delfi (Estonia), Danwatch (Denmark), Expressen, De Tijd (Belgium), Helsingin Sanomat (Sweden), Pointer (Netherlands), SourceMaterial (UK), Süddeutsche Zeitung, Tagesschau (Germany), The Times (UK), VRT NWS (Belgium). Editing and writing. For OCCRP.

Scoop: Both Belgium and the Netherlands have asked Guinea to extradite Ibrahim Akhlal, but he remains in prison in the West African country — even though his sentence has expired. With Jeune Afrique and Le Lynx (Guinea), VRT News (Belgium). Reporting — Scoop: Both Belgium and the Netherlands have asked Guinea to extradite Ibrahim Akhlal, but he remains in prison in the West African country — even though his sentence has expired. With Jeune Afrique and Le Lynx (Guinea), VRT News (Belgium). Reporting.

Feature: The city of Echt is poisoned by the Netherlands' booming drug trade. As drug labs leak toxic waste, the city's mayor has teamed up with the police to contain the cartel-driven operations that have made his border city a prime logistical hub. — Feature: The city of Echt is poisoned by the Netherlands' booming drug trade. As drug labs leak toxic waste, the city's mayor has teamed up with the police to contain the cartel-driven operations that have made his border city a prime logistical hub. Reporting for OCCRP.

NEWS Lawyers for the Eritrean man accused of committing violence, torture, and extortion against migrants in Libyan camps challenged the Netherlands' right to bring him to court. Reporting for OCCRP.

Investigation: The workhorse of Russia’s drone fleet — responsible for crippling Ukraine's energy grid and triggering a humanitarian crisis — is built with EU technology. Despite tightening sanctions, parts for the Geran-2 are still flowing into Russ — Investigation: The workhorse of Russia’s drone fleet — responsible for crippling Ukraine's energy grid and triggering a humanitarian crisis — is built with EU technology. Despite tightening sanctions, parts for the Geran-2 are still flowing into Russia with ease. With De Tijd (Belgium), The Kyiv Independent (Ukraine), Der Standard (Austria), The Times (United Kingdom), The Irish Times (Ireland), Infolibre (Spain). Writing and project coordination.

NEWS Pangolins have the regrettable distinction of being the world’s most trafficked mammals. But the recent conviction of a man in Nigeria — formerly the world’s hub for smuggling the scaly ant eaters — shows progress against wildlife trafficking. R — NEWS Pangolins have the regrettable distinction of being the world’s most trafficked mammals. But the recent conviction of a man in Nigeria — formerly the world’s hub for smuggling the scaly ant eaters — shows progress against wildlife trafficking. Reporting for OCCRP.

SCOOP Protests continue in Albania against a luxury hotel development boosted by Jared Kushner, U.S. President Donald Trump's son in law. Prosecutors are investigating an individual who sold land for the project. Editing.

NEWS An investigation by the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) found that an opportunistic, small-scale trade persists across seven countries, while documenting specific international connections involving Peru and Suriname. Reporting for OCCRP.

Feature: Wholesale prices are in the gutter across much of Europe, forcing drug smugglers to try to manipulate the market. OCCRP explains the factors affecting Europe's cocaine supply in 2025. Reporting for OCCRP.

NEWS Lawyers for the Eritrean man accused of committing violence, torture, and extortion against migrants in Libyan camps challenged the Netherlands' right to bring him to court. Reporting for OCCRP.

NEWS One year after the deadly train station canopy collapse in Novi Sad, tens of thousands gathered in the Serbian city for a silent vigil. Following months of student defiance, the protest movement used the somber anniversary to renew their calls f — NEWS One year after the deadly train station canopy collapse in Novi Sad, tens of thousands gathered in the Serbian city for a silent vigil. Following months of student defiance, the protest movement used the somber anniversary to renew their calls for regime accountability for the tragedy. Editing and coordination with partners for OCCRP.

OCCRP Investigative Editor Ingrid Gercama spoke at the iMEdD - Incubator for Media Education and Development conference about her previous freelance work into the illegal trade of animals, including baby lions and quails, in Europe. Public speaking.

NEWS Reports by KRIK and OCCRP sparked protests outside the Netherlands headquarters of United Group, which owns one of the last remaining independent broadcasters in Serbia. Reporting for OCCRP.

NEWS With four targeted attacks in Barcelona since July, the city has become the latest battleground in a war between Balkan crime clans that has left a trail of blood across Europe. Editing for OCCRP.

NEWS Legal trouble is brewing for a company managed by Gerrit Bunschoten, the relative of a man convicted in a biofuel fraud case in 2019. Dutch authorities are scrutinizing the company as part of another investigation into an alleged biofuel fraud s — NEWS Legal trouble is brewing for a company managed by Gerrit Bunschoten, the relative of a man convicted in a biofuel fraud case in 2019. Dutch authorities are scrutinizing the company as part of another investigation into an alleged biofuel fraud scheme. Editing for OCCRP.

NEWS Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission has announced the arrest of three suspects, who allegedly aided the activities of Dutch fugitive cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers. Editing for OCCRP.