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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Operation Dark Phone: Murder By Text this jaw-dropping tale of how police hacked gangs is like The Wire

International police hacked EncoChat, unveiling insights into organized crime as they intercepted messages that detailed drug trafficking, murder, and more.
#sinaloa-cartel
#mafia
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Social justice

My life has been hell since mafia bosses blamed me for their downfall. Finally, justice has been done | Roberto Saviano

fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Social justice

My life has been hell since mafia bosses blamed me for their downfall. Finally, justice has been done | Roberto Saviano

fromGameSpot
5 days ago

How Mafia: the Old Country Makes You Rely On Knife-Or-Flight Instincts

Mafia: The Old Country focuses on delivering an intimate narrative experience in a distinctive 1900s Sicilian setting.
#extortion
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago
US politics

Control of businesses, threats, and overpricing of up to 144%: La Familia Michoacana's extortion network in State of Mexico

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

Mexico's cartels are taking a $1.3 billion bite out of the economy through extortion-and they're getting hungrier

fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago
US politics

Control of businesses, threats, and overpricing of up to 144%: La Familia Michoacana's extortion network in State of Mexico

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

Mexico's cartels are taking a $1.3 billion bite out of the economy through extortion-and they're getting hungrier

fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

UK sanctions 25 targets involved in alleged people smuggling

The United Kingdom has sanctioned 25 targets involved in alleged people smuggling, under a new financial sanctions regime targeting those facilitating the travel of refugees and migrants across the English Channel via small boats.
UK news
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Gang suspected of luxury car thefts in border areas are now targeting Dublin

An organized crime gang is suspected of stealing luxury cars in border counties and stripping them for parts for the black market.
Miscellaneous
#home-invasions
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Peel police arrest 12 people, lay 136 charges in home invasion and robbery spree | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Peel police arrest 13, lay 197 charges, in connection with alleged organized crime ring behind home invasions | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Peel police arrest 12 people, lay 136 charges in home invasion and robbery spree | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Peel police arrest 13, lay 197 charges, in connection with alleged organized crime ring behind home invasions | CBC News

fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Drug dealer jailed after texting police by mistake

Jack Johannesen, a 23-year-old drug dealer from Bedfordshire, was sentenced to two years and 10 months after mistakenly texting a police officer about his drug deals.
US politics
#extradition
Business
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'It is absolutely not a front' - former 'major gangland player' Shane Lyons now running mafia-themed restaurant in Dublin

A convicted criminal claims his restaurant business, La Cosa Nostra, is completely legitimate despite his gangland past.
#drug-trafficking
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Someone Shipped 25 Kilos of Meth on a Plane From SF to New Zealand and Customs Agents Intercepted It

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Someone Shipped 25 Kilos of Meth on a Plane From SF to New Zealand and Customs Agents Intercepted It

Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trinidad and Tobago declares second state of emergency, citing gang threat

Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency due to organized crime gangs posing threats of violence and disruption.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Putin's Silent Front: How the Caucasian Mafia Is Taking Over the French Riviera Under Kremlin's Watch

The collapse of the USSR led to a transformation in organized crime, with 1990s Mafia being replaced by hybrid figures known as avtoritety, who combine business, politics, and crime.
France news
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago

Sicily's new anti-mafia museum honours 'strength of the vulnerable over fear'

The Museum of the Present, which opened on 23 May inside the historic Palazzo Jung in Palermo, commemorates Mafia victims while confronting the ongoing threat posed by Cosa Nostra.
Europe news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

South Africa's president creates commission to look at police corruption allegations

Ramaphosa announced the establishment of an independent commission of inquiry to investigate allegations of organized crime links involving the Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu.
US news
#prison-escape
UK news
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

NCA says 'crude' comparison to FBI efficiency 'not credible'

NCA refutes claims of FBI being nearly three times more effective, citing different remits and flawed comparison methods.
#retail-theft
fromWWD
3 weeks ago
US politics

More Than 30 Convicted for Roles in Organized Retail Theft Ring

fromWWD
3 weeks ago
US politics

More Than 30 Convicted for Roles in Organized Retail Theft Ring

#ovidio-guzman-lopez
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Luchese crime family captain sentenced to prison for racketeering, money laundering, and illegal gambling

Anthony Villani, a Luchese crime family captain, was sentenced to 21 months in prison for racketeering, money laundering, and illegal gambling.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Four arrested over cyber attacks on M&S, Co-op and Harrods

The National Crime Agency (NCA) stated that four individuals were arrested on suspicion of blackmail, money laundering, and offenses related to the Computer Misuse Act.
Privacy professionals
#julio-cesar-chavez-jr
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

ICE arrests Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. days after loss to Jake Paul and prepares to deport him

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

ICE arrests Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. days after loss to Jake Paul and prepares to deport him

US politics
fromSourcing Journal
3 weeks ago

New York Attorney General Convicts 36 Members of NYC-Based Organized Crime Ring

Thirty-six members of a retail crime ring, including leader Roni Rubinov, were convicted for stealing and reselling millions in goods.
#shoplifting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

The sale of illegal cigarettes signals a deeper problem with UK high streets

The high street shop fronts are seen as connecting various domestic problems in Britain, as illegal cigarette sales are tied to serious organized crime and undermine public trust in authorities.
UK news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Thieves with 'signal jammers' snatch $1 million in jewelry in Glendale caper, D.A. says; 7 charged

Seven people were charged in Los Angeles for elaborate jewelry heists involving over $1 million in stolen goods.
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Arkansas Restaurant That Once Hosted America's Most Notorious Mobsters - Tasting Table

The Ohio Club has been serving the Hot Springs community since 1905, when it was first opened as a bar and casino. Over the years, Ohio Club fixtures have included Al Capone, Bugsy Siegel, Bugs Moran, and Lucky Luciano.
Chicago
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Gardai arrest two members of 'landing crew' following seizure of cocaine worth 31m in Cork

A significant amount of cocaine, believed to be around 500 kilos, was recovered with an initial street value of around €31 million.
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Gardai arrest two members of 'landing crew' following seizure of cocaine worth 35m in Cork

Gardaí have detained two men in West Cork following a significant drug seizure believed to involve around 500 kilos of cocaine valued at €35 million. A Joint Task Force, including gardaí, Defence Forces, and Revenue, was formed due to intelligence on maritime drug smuggling efforts. The arrested individuals, linked to the operation, were part of a 'landing crew' who collected the drugs after their arrival by another group known as the 'collection crew.' Further arrests are anticipated as investigations continue.
Canada news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Cartel violence in Sinaloa, Mexico, leaves 20 dead, including 4 decapitated bodies

Four decapitated bodies were found hanging from a bridge in Sinaloa, Mexico, amid escalating cartel violence, which claimed the lives of 20 individuals in one day.
US news
#mexico
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Delinquency, Inc.: How crime is infiltrating the global economy

Organized crime significantly disrupts global economies, contributing to violence and inequality across societies.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Sky ECC distributor released from French custody pending trial | Computer Weekly

Thomas Herdman, facing trial for distributing Sky ECC cryptophones, was released after five years in pre-trial detention following a notable bail hearing.
#crime
fromIndependent
1 month ago
London politics

Teenager involved in steakhouse melee in which Tristan Sherry was murdered caught burying gun and drugs

An 18-year-old Dubliner has been linked to violent crime and organized crime activities shortly after a previous conviction.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

No fingerprints, no suspects, no motive: The elusive trail of the hitmen who murdered top aides to Mexico City mayor

The execution of Ximena Guzman and Jose Munoz underscores growing concerns over organized crime and hitman activities in Mexico City.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
London politics

Teenager involved in steakhouse melee in which Tristan Sherry was murdered caught burying gun and drugs

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Windfarms in England hit by wave of copper cabling thefts

Copper thieves are actively targeting onshore windfarms in England, with organized gangs responsible for a dramatic increase in thefts of cabling and infrastructure.
UK news
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Lawyers for drug lords and sexual abuse suspects are one step away from becoming judges in Mexico

Judicial elections in Mexico have raised concern over candidates with criminal ties despite a reform to popular voting for judges.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

20 arrested in connection to criminal activity in towing industry: Toronto police | CBC News

It's quite telling that none of them have criminal records or are before the courts, because they are the higher level, said police chief Supt. Joe Matthews.
Toronto
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
1 month ago

Thugs raided home and threatened man with imitation gun whilst kids were upstairs

The violent incident involved three men brandishing imitation weapons who demanded money from a homeowner, endangering children upstairs during their aggressive burglary.
UK news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Minnesota shooting suspect had over 45 Democrat politicians on his list of potential targets

Political violence has escalated in the U.S., with the recent attack indicating a troubling trend of targeted assaults against lawmakers.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Shooting victim Colombia Senator Uribe Turbay critical after brain surgery

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay is in critical condition following a recent assassination attempt, raising concerns about increasing political violence.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

18 arrested in connection with criminal network linked to towing industry: Peel police | CBC News

Peel police have arrested 18 individuals and seized over $4.2 million in assets related to a Brampton-based organized crime network involved in towing.
Toronto startup
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The Slapstick Criminality of Hulu's "Deli Boys"

Deli Boys cleverly blends slapstick comedy with themes of organized crime, focusing on two hapless brothers who inherit a convenience-store empire only to lose it, leading to unexpected revelations.
DC food
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Peel police bust trucks carrying some $50M worth of cocaine into GTA | CBC News

Peel police seized almost $50 million worth of cocaine trafficked from the U.S. into the Greater Toronto Area in commercial trucks, marking a record bust.
Canada news
Music
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

How three drug ballads helped put a Mexican drug trafficker behind bars

Narcocorridos narrate the life and criminal rise of Marco Ramirez Chavez, leading to his 80-year sentence for kidnapping.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Man jailed after being caught at Heathrow Airport with 1.2m hidden in suitcases bound for Lebanon

A supermarket worker was jailed for money laundering after attempting to smuggle over £1.2 million in cash out of the UK.
#cryptocurrency
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

France charges 25 suspects in cryptocurrency abduction cases

A major organized crime ring involved in kidnappings of cryptocurrency figures was dismantled, with numerous suspects, including minors, arrested in Paris.
UK news
fromIT Pro
1 month ago

100,000 accounts have been hit in a HMRC scam campaign, but the tax office says it wasn't hacked - here's why

HMRC experienced a £47 million loss due to an organized crime breach affecting 100,000 individuals.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

100,000 UK taxpayer accounts hit in 47m phishing attack on HMRC

HMRC lost £47 million due to a phishing scam affecting 100,000 tax accounts, but individuals will not face financial loss.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

York Region police charge 23 people with more than 300 drug and firearms offences | CBC News

Police have charged 23 individuals with over 300 crimes related to fentanyl and firearms trafficking in the Greater Toronto Area.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Ex-sub shop workers accused of stealing $50,000 for unlicensed food truck, police report says

Claudia Roca expressed the devastation of potentially losing their restaurant investment after an organized theft led to significant financial losses.
Miami food
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

MPs accuse Apple and Google of profiting from rise in phone thefts

Apple and Google are accused of profiting from stolen devices, facing calls to implement measures preventing access to cloud services for stolen smartphones.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Gang leaders who force children to conceal drugs to face 10 years in jail

The Independent advocates for free journalism and aims to combat crime through proposed legislation regarding organized crime practices.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Sean McGovern's partner remains in Dubai as senior Kinahan cartel member faces murder and gangland charges

Sean McGovern is extradited to Ireland on murder and gang-related charges, while his partner stays in Dubai.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mexico steps into unknown with world's first popular election of all judges: A blind date with democracy'

Mexico's new judicial reform, while innovative, risks increased corruption and organized crime influence in elections.
The reform allows for broader public participation in judicial appointments, potentially enhancing accountability.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Hundreds of bikes disappeared while in transit to L.A. County. Detectives say they cracked the case

A sophisticated theft ring stole hundreds of bicycles valued at $1.7 million during transit to L.A. County.
Law enforcement has noted an increase in cargo thefts as thieves evolve their tactics.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

This Legendary Chicago Bar Frequented By Al Capone Still Serves Up Plenty Of Mob History - Tasting Table

Al Capone was a leader of Chicago's organized crime from 1925 to 1931, with his gang earning an estimated $100 million through illegal operations.
Cocktails
London politics
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Profile: Who is Sean McGovern, Daniel Kinahan's alleged right-hand man?

Sean McGovern's rise within the Kinahan crime gang transformed perceptions of him from a mere associate to a significant player.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Kinahan Cartel lieutenant Sean McGovern being extradited from UAE to Ireland

Gardaí view McGovern's arrest as a major breakthrough in their efforts to dismantle the senior leadership of the Kinahan cartel, particularly in regard to his extradition.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

At least 6.5m of fuel stolen at petrol station forecourts in five years

Fuel thefts at petrol stations in England and Wales have risen sharply, with 130,000 incidents leading to over 6.5 million liters stolen in five years.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

VIDEO: 20 suspects storm Modesto jewelry store after ramming door with car

The surge in brazen robberies has prompted concerns among law enforcement and businesses, with this latest incident at Sai Jewelers highlighting the alarming trend in organized crime.
East Bay (California)
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

East London 'master forgers' who made 1 million supplying fake IDs to criminals jailed for six years

Two master forgers from East London jailed for supplying fake IDs to criminals, laundering profits through a window cleaning business.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

An NYPD detective dubbed the Italian Sherlock Holmes' is honored in Brooklyn a century after his death | amNewYork

Detective Joseph Pucciano, an early crime-fighter in 1920s NYC, was honored with a gravestone nearly a century after his passing.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Missing Viking treasure coin unearthed in London

"We have been notified by colleagues at the Metropolitan Police that a coin, believed to be part of the Herefordshire Hoard, has surfaced for sale in Croydon."
London music
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Authorities launch NYC crackdown on credit-card-skim rings: 'People are coming for you'

Authorities are intensifying efforts against organized crime that steals billions through ATM skimming, particularly impacting low-income individuals in New York City.
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Two close aides of Mexico City mayor shot dead in daylight attack

The assassination of high-profile officials in Mexico City underscores rising security concerns and organized crime's influence.
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