Law enforcement in focus: Europol launches Capture24 photo competition

Are you a law enforcement officer with a passion for photography? Then enter your best images to win a trip for two to Europol in The Hague! Capture24 is this year’s edition of Europol’s photo competition, which has brought to light impressive images since its inception. Europol is celebrating the hard work and dedication of law enforcement across the European Union and abroad, and we are seeking photography submissions that illustrate the many ways in which police forces protect citizens on a daily basis. 

This year, Europol’s photo competition is open to more entrants than ever before. As well as participants from law enforcement agencies in the EU Member States, we now also invite officers from all countries with agreements and working arrangements with Europol to participate!

Three categories showcasing contemporary law enforcement

The 2024 edition of the Europol photo competition will have three themed categories, each emphasising a different aspect of modern law enforcement. While the first category aims to capture the essence of diversity in law enforcement and the communities it protects, another category invites photographers to submit images depicting innovation, cutting-edge technologies and modern approaches to policing. In the true spirit of Europol’s mandate, the third category seeks submissions that showcase the indispensable collaboration across borders in law enforcement.

For full details on each category and how to participate, please visit the competition page. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, 15 August 2024.

Law enforcement officers are invited to submit up to FIVE photos. Whether you are a professional police photographer or a passionate amateur, we want to see your photography skills in action! So get out there, capture the best moments of law enforcement in action, and show us why they deserve our respect and gratitude.

Entries will be used in Europol publications, including calendars, social media and other communication products.