French Authorities Launch Probe into Disappearance of Interpol Chief

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The French authorities have launched an investigation into the disappearance of Interpol President Meng Hongwei in China, Europe 1 reported on Friday citing sources.

An investigation into the disappearance of the Chinese president of Interpol, Meng Hongwei, who left France for China on September 29 and hasn't been heard from since has been launched by French authorities, according to Europe 1.

The official's wife, who resides in Lyon, the same city where Interpol is headquartered, informed the police about his disappearance.

Meng assumed office in November 2016. He has held various positions within China's Ministry of Public Security in his decades-long career. According to Interpol's website, Meng Hongwei served as Vice Minister of Public Security in China.

Source: News Agencies, Edited by website team