Blue Corner Notice
Why in news?
Recently, Blue Corner Notice has been in the news because agencies have sought or obtained such notices against absconding accused, including the Luthra brothers in the Goa nightclub fire case.​
About
A Blue Corner Notice is an Interpol alert issued to collect additional information about a person's identity, location, or activities in connection with a crime, often used when authorities know the suspect but need help tracking movements across borders.​
Purpose
- It facilitates international police cooperation by sharing crime-related details, such as verifying criminal records or locating individuals before formal charges or arrests.
- Unlike a Red Notice, which seeks arrest and extradition, a Blue Notice is an "enquiry notice" and does not compel action but relies on member countries' cooperation.​
Key Differences from Other Notices
| Notice Type | Primary Purpose |
|---|---|
| Blue | Gather info on identity/location/activities ​ |
| Red | Provisional arrest for extradition ​ |
| Orange | Warn of imminent threats ​ |
| Purple | Info on criminal methods/objects ​ |
