Organised crime unit expanded in prisons in England and Wales to fight escalating gang activityThe Prison Service is enhancing efforts to combat gang activities in prisons amidst rising drone use and drug violence.
Kinahan Cartel member Liam Byrne released from UK prison three months into five-year termGang boss Liam Byrne was released under house arrest with restrictions due to crime prevention measures.
Pogba's brother jailed for extorting France starSix men, including Paul Pogba's brother, were sentenced for extorting the footballer, with prison terms ranging from three to eight years.
Starmer launches crackdown on Russian dirty money to starve Putin's war machine'The UK and Cyprus have formed a partnership to combat organized crime and prevent illicit Russian finance.
Gardai arrest man and woman following seizure of cocaine worth 2.6m in DublinOngoing investigations under Operation Tara led to the arrest of two individuals and a significant drug seizure in Dublin.
Dealer given 3.6m worth of drugs at M1 servicesAhmed Omar was sentenced to 8 years and 9 months for his role in a major drug trafficking operation.
Teenager among three arrested as cash seized in Co Meath operation against organised crime gangA high-power car stop in Co Meath led to arrests and significant seizure linked to burglaries.
Gardai arrest man and woman following seizure of cocaine worth 2.6m in DublinOngoing investigations under Operation Tara led to the arrest of two individuals and a significant drug seizure in Dublin.
Dealer given 3.6m worth of drugs at M1 servicesAhmed Omar was sentenced to 8 years and 9 months for his role in a major drug trafficking operation.
Teenager among three arrested as cash seized in Co Meath operation against organised crime gangA high-power car stop in Co Meath led to arrests and significant seizure linked to burglaries.
Massive cannabis factory with plants worth 1m found in Romford town centreA cannabis factory worth around 1 million was discovered in Romford Market Place, prompting arrests and highlighting public safety concerns.
Man arrested after over 2.5m worth of cocaine seized at Rosslare portA man was arrested after 36kgs of cocaine were seized from a truck coming from a ferry in France.
Untouchable' Dartford drug brothers lose appeal against prison sentencesThe Hanna brothers' appeal against their 25-year prison sentences for drug offenses has been rejected, validating their convictions.
Hornchurch man part of gang which smuggled 184m of cocaine in banana shipmentA major cocaine trafficking operation led to the conviction of Erik Muci and others, highlighting significant drug importation challenges in the UK.
Man arrested after over 2.5m worth of cocaine seized at Rosslare portA man was arrested after 36kgs of cocaine were seized from a truck coming from a ferry in France.
Untouchable' Dartford drug brothers lose appeal against prison sentencesThe Hanna brothers' appeal against their 25-year prison sentences for drug offenses has been rejected, validating their convictions.
Hornchurch man part of gang which smuggled 184m of cocaine in banana shipmentA major cocaine trafficking operation led to the conviction of Erik Muci and others, highlighting significant drug importation challenges in the UK.
Continued conflict leaves Myanmar mired in crisis: UNMyanmar is experiencing unprecedented human suffering and criminal activity due to escalating conflict and lawlessness.
"Everywhere, every day": how the EU's drugs agency is tackling a new surgeThe illegal drug trade in the EU is diversifying, presenting new challenges and safety risks, while cooperative strategies for management are evolving.
Woman (50) held on suspicion of directing Irish arm of Black Axe gang that laundered 10mA key figure in the Black Axe crime gang has been arrested for laundering substantial amounts of fraud funds in Ireland.
Over 100,000 of 'hybrid Californian' cannabis seized in west LondonFive men were charged for smuggling large quantities of hybrid Californian cannabis into the UK.
Pickpocket gangs targeting victims leaving banksOrganised criminal gangs are targeting vulnerable individuals leaving banks, but strategic efforts such as Bank Safe project in London have significantly reduced follow-off crimes.