As a highly dedicated Forensic Scientist and Criminal Investigator, I specialize in combining scientific analysis with investigative expertise to uncover the truth behind criminal cases. My passion lies in solving complex investigative puzzles and upholding justice, particularly in areas that matter most—protecting the vulnerable. I am particularly interested in crimes involving children, especially online child sexual abuse and exploitation, a cause that is close to my heart.
My experience encompasses a broad range of investigative work, with a particular focus on financial crime, including money laundering, fraud, and corruption. I have contributed to complex financial crime investigations, leveraging my analytical and investigative expertise to identify potential illicit activities, assess risks, and uncover connections and inconsistencies within complex cases.
As an AML and KYC Analyst at the Commercial Bank of Qatar, I was responsible for monitoring financial transactions, investigating potential money laundering risks, and ensuring compliance with AML/CFT regulations. I took pride in delivering thorough reports and supporting the escalation of high-risk cases to relevant authorities, helping the institution maintain a secure financial environment.
During my time at INTERPOL's Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre, I further developed my analytical and investigative skills by addressing complex issues such as corruption in sports. This experience allowed me to contribute to international efforts to combat financial crime and corruption while gaining valuable insight into cross-border investigative work.
I am deeply committed to advancing my expertise, particularly in areas that safeguard vulnerable individuals and ensure financial integrity.

Imane Abi Safi
@imaneabisafi
Forensic Scientist and Criminal Investigator with experience in AML/KYC, financial crime, OSINT, and compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Peer Reviewer
Journal of Child Abuse & Neglect (Elsevier)
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Conducts double-blind manuscript reviews, assessing study design, methodology, ethics, and relevance to child protection. Provides constructive feedback to improve clarity and analytical rigor, and completes reviews on time to support publication schedules.
Conducts skip tracing using OSINT and investigative methodologies to verify rightful claimants, reviews public records and legal filings, and sources opportunity leads through dual-track research pipelines. Ensures compliance with state regulations and applies forensic science and AML expertise to improve accuracy and risk assessment.
AML & KYC Analyst
Commercial Bank
Oct 2023 - Apr 2024 (6 months)
Led daily AML/CTF monitoring processes to identify and assess suspicious transactions, reported high-risk cases to Qatar Central Bank, and conducted in-depth reviews of AML reports including blacklist checks and due diligence documentation. Coordinated KYC requirements across business units and collaborated with cross-functional teams to support investigations.
Anti-Corruption Intern
INTERPOL
Mar 2022 - Dec 2022 (9 months)
Conducted research and open-source/media monitoring to assist the Integrity in Sports team in identifying match-fixing and competition manipulation incidents. Compiled bi-weekly reports, contributed to the IFCACC Strategy, and produced translated presentations and factsheets.
Digital Student Ambassador
Liverpool John Moores University
May 2021 - Jan 2022 (8 months)
Acted as a liaison for prospective and current students, providing guidance and personalized support. Promoted university events and announcements by creating and sharing content on the university's digital platform, and reported student feedback to the Regional Manager.
Market Research Assistant
University of Surrey
Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)
Conducted competitive analysis and compiled detailed reports on academic curricula and competitor offerings. Collected and analyzed market data to identify trends, delivering insights to the Head of Market Insights and Data.
Curriculum Enhancement Research Intern
Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing Studies (LCAPS)
May 2021 - Jul 2021 (2 months)
Led literature reviews, developed interview questions, and facilitated focus groups to gather qualitative data for curriculum enhancement research. Analyzed and synthesized data to inform a research paper and contributed to drafting and editing.
Forensic Psychology Intern
Centre for Forensic-Clinical Psychology (CFCP)
Apr 2021 - Jul 2021 (3 months)
Conducted forensic and clinical psychology research, conceptualizing papers and articles related to mental health in forensic settings. Delivered presentations, participated in workshops and webinars, and supported the launch of the 'OCEAN' project and CFCP inauguration.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Algorithm Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
Mar 2020 - Mar 2020 (0 months)
Worked with the production team to provide feedback on quality issues, conducted regular inspections of products and materials, and created detailed inspection reports documenting findings and corrective measures. Reviewed and prepared documentation for batch release.
Accounting Assistant
Algorithm SAL/Biologix FZco
Aug 2019 - Nov 2019 (3 months)
Managed financial document sorting, journal voucher filing, and data entry into Oracle Applications. Ensured accuracy and compliance in database maintenance and financial documentation, processed checks, and maintained financial archives.
Forensic Science Intern
American University of Science and Technology (AUST)
Jan 2019 - Mar 2019 (2 months)
Conducted mock crime scene investigations including evidence collection, photography, sketching, and chain of custody. Performed toxicology tests, analyzed DNA samples, collected and analyzed fingerprints, and conducted blood spatter pattern analysis.
Assistant Manager
Safetox Group
Jun 2017 - Aug 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Assisted in strategic planning and implementation to attract and retain customers, managed customer service operations, prepared tailored quotations, and monitored company budget and spending patterns.
Education
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Liverpool John Moores University
Master of Science, Policing and Criminal Investigation
2020 - 2021
Master of Science in Policing and Criminal Investigation with a thesis on the effect of COVID-19 on online sexual abuse of children.
American University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Forensic Science
2015 - 2019
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science with a senior project on juvenile delinquency.
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