Investigators dismantled an organized crime ring that recruited Brazilian women under false promises of employment and travel, intending to exploit them sexually in southern France. Three suspects face travel bans pending trial.

Law enforcement agencies conducted a large-scale raid across the Sarajevo and Central Bosnia cantons, seizing firearms, narcotics, and luxury vehicles while detaining nine suspects linked to organized crime.

A sharp increase in cartel-linked violence across Costa Rica has destabilized the country’s security apparatus and triggered widespread political fallout. Lawmakers and citizens are demanding urgent government action as organized crime networks expand their influence amid law enforcement challenges.

Under the supervision of the Canton Sarajevo Prosecutor's Office, police forces executed coordinated raids across Sarajevo and Central Bosnia cantons in an operation codenamed 'Catering' aimed at dismantling criminal groups.

An eight-month multinational police operation targeting transnational criminal syndicates in West Africa and beyond has resulted in the identification of 263 suspects and the arrest of 58 individuals.

Greek law enforcement arrested a man in Thessaloniki after discovering over three kilograms of heroin hidden at his residence, marking another significant blow to organized crime networks in northern Greece.

A court in Durban has released a suspected drug trafficker on a R50,000 bail bond pending trial in a broader human trafficking case. The decision comes amid ongoing law enforcement efforts to dismantle organized crime networks in the region.

National law enforcement agencies intend to escalate anti-gang operations following the integration of ten thousand newly trained officers into the national police force. The expanded crackdown aims to leverage the new personnel to target organized crime networks more aggressively across major urban centers.

After evading detection for 389 days, a suspect in the Zabounis murder case secretly crossed into free Cyprus, uncovering a complex conflict between Greek and Russian-speaking organized crime groups and complicating extradition efforts.

The Mexican newspaper EL UNIVERSAL was honored by the SIP with a 2026 Press Excellence Award for its investigative series linking businesses, organized crime, and money laundering.

DISY parliamentary candidate George Pamborides has claimed that organized crime groups have successfully infiltrated political institutions, as he announced his intention to run for president in 2028.

Security cameras captured the close-range execution-style killing of Yanis Yushaev, reportedly a leader of an Israeli organized crime group, at a public location.

Greek Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis stated that old identity cards are essentially invalid and everyone must get new ones. He also highlighted that the Greek FBI has dismantled over 270 organized crime rings, significantly decimating organized crime.

The tourism boom on the Albanian coast, particularly in places like Ksamil, is reportedly attracting money from organized crime.

Five men with alleged links to serious organized crime died in a wrong-way crash in the UK that also killed two English police officers, leading to 12 arrests in connection with the incident.

Latin American countries are increasingly adopting 'mano dura' (iron fist) policies to combat organized crime, with El Salvador's Bukele model gaining traction across the region as violence spreads to previously unaffected nations.

Sali Berisha has criticized the Albanian government, blaming it for the country's high fuel prices, which he claims are the highest in the world due to excessive taxation. He also accused the government of allowing organized crime to dominate the country while Prime Minister Rama is on vacation.

A Swedish political party has proposed a ban preventing gang criminals from owning dogs. The proposal aims to address issues related to organized crime and animal welfare.

The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has requested and received materials from the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime regarding an investigation into large sums paid for private flights by DPS leader Delyan Peevski.

Gentian Gjyli, former head of the Albanian Road Authority (ARRSH), has requested the Special Court for Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) to annul his house arrest measure, which was imposed in connection with the tendering procedures for the Llogara tunnel construction.

President Claudia Sheinbaum seeks to promote widespread use of digital payments in Mexico to combat tax evasion, corruption, and organized crime.

Albanian Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) is investigating former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku and Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj, with developments expected in the 'Aruba' case.

Authorities in Sicily are investigating the theft of a grand master, with fears that the incident may have links to organized crime.

A group of young people protested in front of Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), demanding investigations and justice for several widely discussed affairs of recent years.

Croatian media reports indicate that USKOK, the anti-corruption and organized crime office, is investigating possible terrorism after three individuals of Serbian nationality were arrested for arson. A witness reported one of the arrested shouting, 'What do you care what I'm doing?'

Albanian State Police, in cooperation with partners in Spain, Romania, and the UK, finalized further phases of the international operation 'The Wanted,' resulting in the extradition of two individuals sought for murder, drug trafficking, and organized crime.

Extradited Dubliner Daniel Kinahan will face a non-jury trial in a three-judge court, specifically established to hear cases related to terrorism and organized crime.

The Special Department for Organized Crime and Corruption of the Federal Prosecutor's Office raided the FBiH Ministry of Health, Minister Nediljko Rimac, and his advisor, confiscating their mobile phones.

Moldovan police are reportedly searching for Marcin Romanowski, Poland's former deputy justice minister, who is wanted on charges of abuse of power and participation in an organized crime group, with reports suggesting he may be in Transnistria.

Croatia's Office for the Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime (USKOK) has filed an indictment against two Croatian citizens and one Bosnian citizen, including border customs officers, for abuse of position and authority related to the illegal import of undeclared equipment.

The Garda Commissioner reportedly came face-to-face with Daniel Kinahan, who subsequently declined an offer of legal counsel, according to Garda sources. This encounter highlights ongoing efforts related to organized crime figures.

A Belgian anti-drug commissioner warns that organized criminal groups are increasingly using short-term rentals on platforms like Airbnb as flexible hideouts for storing drugs, weapons, and money.

Colombia's new president, nicknamed 'The Tiger,' has been inaugurated, receiving one billion dollars from former US President Trump for shared goals of combating organized crime and illegal immigration.

With alleged organized crime director Daniel Kinahan now in an Irish prison, questions arise about the future and status of his wife, children, and associates residing in Dubai.

Yair Golan announced a NIS 1 billion plan to fight organized crime in Arab society, focusing on economic pressure, special courts, and cutting off funding to criminal groups.

Montenegro is debating the adoption of a so-called 'Anti-Mafia Law' which would allow for the seizure of illegally acquired assets even without a court decision, raising questions about its potential impact on organized crime.

Mexican police are investigating a series of brutal murders targeting influencers, examining whether they have become a significant link in the country's organized crime. Twenty such attacks have occurred since 2024.

Organized crime groups in Latvia and neighboring countries are actively collaborating on the cross-border production and distribution of illegal cigarettes and their components, according to Latvian tax and customs police.

The Special Court of First Instance for Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) has jailed Colombian citizen Samir Rosales Rodriguez, known as 'the chemist,' for 14 years in Albania for his involvement in the Frakulla drug laboratory.

Organized crime groups are increasingly using encrypted messaging applications to recruit young individuals, leading to 'gun-for-hire' plots and incidents like recent shootings at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. This trend presents a significant challenge for law enforcement in identifying and apprehending those responsible.

Prosecutors announced that three leaders of the Burgas Water and Sewerage company have been accused of operating as an organized criminal group and have been detained for 48 hours.

Ogun State has introduced new executive bills aimed at modernizing its legal frameworks, protecting victims, and combating organized crime and ritual killings.

Organized crime in Mexico is increasingly targeting social media influencers, particularly TikTokers, as part of cartel propaganda wars, with at least ten reportedly killed in the state of Sinaloa in less than two years.

An Icelandic criminologist, Margrét Valdimarsdóttir, warns that police information indicates active organized crime groups in Iceland are exploiting children for criminal activities, describing the situation as a 'very frightening world'.

Authorities in Costa Rica have announced an investigation into over 100 police officers following a report linking them to organized crime and drug trafficking.

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced charges against five Mexican cartel bosses for their alleged involvement in weapons and drug trafficking, as well as timeshare fraud schemes. This action targets high-level figures within organized crime.

A suspected leader of the 'DZ Mafia' drug gang, who had been on the run for years, has been apprehended in Algeria. French Justice Minister hailed the arrest as a significant blow against organized crime.

Bulgaria's General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime successfully dismantled a fentanyl laboratory located in the Filipovtsi suburb of Sofia, which was responsible for supplying the entire country.

Mirlinda Karçanaj, the former director of the National Agency for Information Society (AKSHI), appeared today before Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) in connection with a tender scandal.

The Director of the National Counter Terrorism Fusion Centre warns that terrorist financing, described as the 'oxygen' for violent extremism, is increasingly facilitated by organized crime networks using sophisticated cyber tools.

Former Albanian MP Monika Kryemadhi commented on Sali Berisha's statements regarding a 'mini-maternity' after appearing at the Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) to fulfill her security measure.

A new and alarming form of organized crime is spreading across Europe, where criminal groups like the 'Foxtrot' network are using social media and encrypted apps to recruit teenagers for paid attacks and assassinations. Investigators warn that this 'click-for-hire' model, where teens execute attacks like in video games, is rapidly expanding.

Albania's Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) is investigating the wealth of Ermal Beqiri, accused of tender violations and organized crime, including a castle in France's Oise region.

Former Albanian Minister Ilir Beqaj has been released from prison and placed under house arrest by the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) after two years in custody. Beqaj, who was held in connection with the SASPAC case involving the abuse of EU funds, reacted to his release by stating he was unjustly imprisoned.

An Italian journalist, Adriano C., who reports on organized crime, has reportedly faked an arson attack on himself, leading to a new turn in his story.

A coalition of civil society organizations is set to be launched in Ghana to strengthen the fight against transnational organized crime and the growing trafficking of young people into cyber-enabled scam operations across West Africa.

Illegal cryptocurrency miners are reportedly stealing vast amounts of electricity across Southeast Asia, leading to strained national grids and exposing links to organized crime.

Montenegrin police director Lazar Šćepanović announced the arrest of two individuals in Herceg Novi, N.T. and S.S., who were found with a significant arsenal of weapons, likely preventing serious crimes by organized criminal groups.

The FBI has placed Indian national Amritpal Singh on its 'Most Wanted' list for his alleged involvement in the Ravinder Dhanda organized crime group, a transnational criminal network based in Vancouver, Canada.

Bojan Ivošević, former Deputy Mayor of Split, has alleged that money from organized crime is circulating in the city's nightclubs, stating that the current mayor had promised to bring order to the city center.

Former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku has been summoned to Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) to be informed about a three-month extension of her investigation.

Monika Kryemadhi continued her court session at the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), refuting the evidence presented by the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) and claiming the accusations are based on selective interpretations.

Several individuals have been charged following a bombing incident, with a 14-year-old suspected of involvement. The attack is reportedly linked to the Foxtrot network, indicating organized crime activity.

Federal authorities have indicted more than 80 individuals as part of a coordinated crackdown on organized crime in Puerto Rico. The charges stem from a multi-agency investigation into gang-related violence and drug trafficking operations across the island.

Serbian prosecutors have placed several individuals, including members of the prominent Janković family and businessmen Radosavljević and Stanišić, into pre-trial detention. The suspects were questioned regarding ongoing financial and organized crime investigations.

Guest commentator Gent Progni has raised serious doubts about the circumstances surrounding the arrest of Ergys Agasi, alleging loose movement patterns, organized crime connections, and institutional complicity while pointing fingers at SPAK leadership.

During an interview regarding the arrest of Egys Agasi, journalist Klodiana Lala claimed that organized crime networks operated with silent cooperation from ruling forces.

Bosnian authorities have arrested a well-known physician and private clinic owner during a major police operation targeting organized crime networks and drug trafficking.

Disy deputy Giorgos Pamborides made striking claims during a television interview, alleging that organized crime networks have successfully penetrated Cyprus's political landscape.

Authorities detained former Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor following her alleged ties to a transnational drug trafficking network that also involves a prominent Croatian organized crime figure.

Ahead of a major policy report, the president unveiled a visual narrative outlining her administration's approach to strengthening sovereignty and combating organized crime.

Interpol has launched a coordinated international operation targeting West African organized crime groups responsible for widespread online romance fraud, resulting in dozens of arrests across multiple countries.

Portuguese media investigations into the legal cases of businessman Luís Neves have uncovered allegations of close ties between organized crime networks, law enforcement agencies, and political actors. The reports focus on suspicious asset transfers and raise questions about institutional oversight.

An archival collection detailing the activities, structure, and international reach of the Black Axe, a prominent Nigerian-originated criminal organization involved in fraud and trafficking.

Authorities investigating the fatal A66 road crash in the UK have arrested five additional individuals, bringing the total number of detainees to 17 as probes continue into potential links with organized crime.

Stolar escaped more than a month ago while facing multiple serious charges including organized crime, embezzlement, and hacking.

Nine men and three women have been arrested as investigators link a major criminal network to the fatal collision that claimed seven lives, including two law enforcement personnel.

Hundreds of millions of pounds of illicit money are being deposited at post offices across the UK annually, raising concerns about the police's reluctance to investigate the scale of the problem.

A prominent businessman was found dead after being hacked to death, triggering a manhunt by local authorities and raising concerns over organized crime or targeted violence in the area.

Ghana's Interior Minister, Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed, reported that 2,281 migrant beggars and 774 other illegal immigrants involved in transnational organized crime were removed from the country in 2025.

Swedish police have launched an investigation into criminal networks following the killing of a teenager, suggesting a potential link to organized crime.

A homicide in Kársnes, Kópavogur, is believed to be connected to organized crime. Two men were initially detained, but one foreign national has since been released, while the other remains in custody.

Montenegro's Minister of Justice, Bojan Božović, announced a new proposed law that would allow for the seizure of assets from organized criminal groups even before a final verdict.

An obituary for Robert Blakey, a lawyer renowned for his efforts in combating organized crime, is published in The Times.

Mexican authorities have arrested 12 alleged members of the CJNG cartel in Michoacán, including the daughter and partner of a figure known as 'Tío Lako.' This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat organized crime in the region.

Slovak financial authorities have discovered an illegal cigarette factory in eastern Slovakia, allegedly run by an international organized crime group, with tax damages exceeding six million euros.

Concerns are rising in Britain regarding vape shops, with issues ranging from tax evasion to fears that some businesses may be fronts for organized crime.

A prison has been found to have violated the rights of lawyer Shukrula, who previously represented Ridouan T., a prominent figure in organized crime.

Former footballer Nemanja Vidić has provided a statement to the Public Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime concerning 'Sky' communications published by KRIK, which reportedly reveal that former Football Association of Serbia president Slaviša Kokeza hired criminals to locate Vidić.

Türkiye's Justice Minister stated that an investigation into an alleged organized crime group targets criminal acts, not religious beliefs or communities.

Court documents reveal an alleged gun-for-hire network tied to an attempted hit on a jail official, which triggered the police corruption and organized crime case known as Project South. Suspects reportedly used aliases on an encrypted messaging service to organize the job.

Following the Louvre heist, organized crime is increasingly targeting smaller French museums for art objects, employing new methods and involving both major banditry and mafias.

Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has announced the opening of applications for 40 investigator positions within the National Bureau of Investigation (BKH). The announcement details the criteria and application deadline for prospective candidates.

An eight-part Israeli television series titled 'Hooligans,' which delves into the world of racist football fans and organized crime, is set to air on Friday evening on ARD. The series explores internal conflicts and external enemies within this subculture.

The Belgrade Higher Public Prosecutor's Office has transferred the investigation into the murder of Darko Vesković Prik and the injury of Vuk Musić to the Public Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime (JTOK), as confirmed by multiple reports.

The German government plans to significantly enhance the powers of customs officials to combat organized and financial crime, with a new law also aiming to expedite the seizure of illegal assets.

Gardaí are described as being 'relentless' in their efforts to target organized crime. This commitment highlights their ongoing strategy to combat criminal networks.

Short-term apartment rentals are increasingly being used by organized crime groups in Belgium to store drugs, weapons, and cash, as well as to shelter individuals involved in criminal activities.

Chinese police have detained approximately 8,200 suspects and dismantled over 1,000 gangs within 10 days of launching a year-long campaign against organized crime, as announced by the Ministry of Public Security.

The Bucharest Court of Appeal has overturned the charges of human trafficking and organized crime group formation brought by DIICOT against Viorel Pașca and his family, leading to their release.

The Serbian Ministry of Interior has not yet delivered Sky ECC transcripts, published by the KRIK portal, to the Public Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime (TOK) in the Vidić case.

A Turkish court has jailed İlksen Özalper, the opposition New Party’s provincial chair in Manisa province, pending trial on bribery and organized crime charges, marking the first such action against a provincial leader of the party.

A prominent figure from the Paris public prosecutor's office has raised alarm about the "particularly worrying" issue of threats targeting magistrates who handle organized crime cases, emphasizing the need to take these threats seriously.

Two individuals, aged 49 and 37, known by the pseudonyms "Pitbull" and "Bulldog," have been arrested in Greece as members of a Russian-speaking mafia. Their arrests are part of an ongoing effort to dismantle organized crime networks.

Following the arrest of a wanted gang member in Spain, the Swedish police chief stated that more international arrests of organized crime figures are anticipated.

Albania's Democratic Party, through spokesperson Floriana Garo, has voiced concern over a new regulation by the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), deeming it restrictive to journalists' access and work.

Police have dismantled an organized crime group involved in the smuggling and trafficking of significant quantities of narcotics, leading to the arrest of six individuals. Among those detained is a person suspected of leading the group's criminal activities.

As South Africa celebrates Women's Day, influential women are leading the Madlanga commission of inquiry, investigating political interference, corruption, and organized crime within the South African Police Service (SAPS).

Portugal is experiencing an increasing volume of drug seizures, prompting calls for a more 'strategic' political discussion on the issue. Francisco Rodrigues, President of OSCOT, and organized crime expert Sylvie Figueiredo are advocating for this debate.

More than 100 police officers in Costa Rica are under investigation by authorities, accused of links to organized crime and drug trafficking networks following serious revelations in a report.

Organized crime groups are reportedly avoiding Sweden, leading to a significant decrease in burglaries and thefts across the country. This trend suggests a shift in criminal activity or increased effectiveness of preventative measures.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has invoked Maharashtra's organized crime law in connection with the ongoing hooch tragedy case.

Spanish National Police have dismantled a section of a Mexican organized crime group, the Jalisco cartel, in Catalonia. The operation uncovered labs in Lleida capable of manufacturing large quantities of synthetic drugs, with 300 kilograms of methamphetamine produced in two days.

Icelandic police are participating in Europol's OTF GRIMM action group, which combats the recruitment of child contract killers. The group targets opponents of the Iranian clerical regime and criminal gangs like Foxtrot.

SPAK, Albania's Special Structure Against Corruption and Organized Crime, has dismissed a lawsuit filed in Italy against Duman as a procedural maneuver. SPAK clarified that it was not involved in the investigations conducted in Italy, and the proceedings were initiated by Verona authorities themselves.

A BIRN investigation details the journey of a Serbian mercenary who transitioned from fighting in Ukraine to becoming a hitman for Balkan organized crime groups. The report, titled 'Ticket Out,' uncovers his involvement in contract killings.

Albania's Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) has sentenced 29 defendants accused of illegal migrant trafficking and document forgery. This concludes a case involving a structured criminal group.

Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Naresh Balyan has been denied bail by the Delhi High Court in a case related to organized crime under the MCOCA act. The court upheld the decision, keeping him in custody.

Peru's President expressed a desire to join the 'Shield of the Americas' coalition, promoted by former US President Donald Trump, to jointly and transnationally combat organized crime.

Six individuals have been arrested in Famagusta in connection with a kidnapping case, while five suspects from a violent crime group in Brăila, Romania, have been preventatively arrested. These arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat organized crime in the region.

Mexico's record tourism boom is reportedly accompanied by a rise in human trafficking, one of the most lucrative organized crime activities, with warnings issued on the plight of women and children.

The Réau penitentiary center in Seine-et-Marne, France, is opening its third high-security unit designed to combat organized crime, specifically targeting drug traffickers, with features like monitored detainees and cell handcuffing.

Serbia's Security Information Agency (BIA) has not responded to the Organized Crime Prosecutor's Office (TOK) request for interviews with former State Security leaders and President Vučić regarding the 1998 "Panda" cafe murder investigation in Kosovo.

Slovak police have charged a 24-year-old woman with human trafficking and endangering the moral upbringing of a minor following an operation named 'Sieť.' The investigation by the Office for Combating Organized Crime led to the charges on Wednesday.

An operation in Rotorua, New Zealand, targeting large-scale commercial cannabis growing operations linked to Vietnamese organized crime groups, resulted in over a dozen arrests and the seizure of $6.5 million worth of cannabis.

Albania's Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) partially approved a request from the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) to confiscate 21 assets. These assets are linked to a criminal organization suspected of international drug trafficking, including apartments and bank accounts.

Greek Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, outlined the government's priorities on security, rule of law against organized crime, and terrorism during a speech in Thessaloniki.

Officers from the Organized Crime Investigation Division of the Telšiai County Police Headquarters discovered a large cannabis cultivation laboratory during searches conducted as part of a pre-trial investigation.

Lawyer Ivan Ninić, representing the victims, has submitted a request to the Supreme Public Prosecutor of Serbia for supervision over the work of the Public Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime concerning the 1998 'Panda' café murder case in Peć.

Authorities in Sarajevo have detained a tenth suspect and confiscated significant amounts of cash, firearms, and vehicles as part of the ongoing "Catering" law enforcement operation. The crackdown targets suspected organized crime networks involved in illicit activities across the region.

Klevis Qose, head of Albania's Police Supervision Agency, met with FBI advisor Karma M. Smith at SPAK to reinforce bilateral cooperation on combating organized crime.

Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala concluded his testimony before the Madlanga Commission, facing intense questioning over alleged involvement in organized crime and systemic corruption within South Africa.

Gardaí have detained a man in his forties and seized nearly $900,000 in cryptocurrency assets during coordinated raids targeting organized criminal networks across Ireland.

The Ecuadorian government has announced coordinated military campaigns alongside Colombian and American forces to dismantle transnational drug trafficking routes. The operation targets smuggling corridors along the border region in response to rising organized crime violence.

Belgian authorities have initiated a strengthened inter-agency coordination framework to combat escalating drug-related violence and organized crime networks operating in the capital.

Tabasco Governor Javier May celebrated the recent arrest of notorious criminal "El Koki," framing it as fulfillment of his administration's commitment to combatting organized crime in the region.

Thai authorities confiscated 7,872 illegal firearms across the country during a two-week intensive enforcement operation aimed at curbing gun violence and organized crime.

Democratic Party president Srđan Milivojević and Novy DSS leader Miloš Jovanović clashed over strategies for electoral alliances, with Milivojević dismissing the concept of an "authentic right" in favor of fighting organized crime.

Steven Daniel, a significant figure in Scotland’s organized crime scene, has been arrested during a police raid targeting criminal networks.

Serbia's organized crime bureau has submitted 83 criminal complaints related to high-tech offenses since the beginning of the year, targeting 89 individuals involved in digital crimes.

Law enforcement agencies carried out new raids targeting an alleged organized crime network led by Alihan Kuriş, arresting dozens of suspects across Turkey.

Medical staff in Berlin are facing increasing intimidation from members of large criminal syndicates, with one veteran nurse revealing how hospital emergency departments are increasingly targeted by gang-related shootings and stabbings.

The killing of Janis Jusvaev underscores growing concerns over violent gang activity and draws criticism toward current government security measures.

Legislator Jesús Elizondo has questioned Governor Rocha Moya's request for a temporary leave of absence, demanding clarification regarding allegations of organized crime involvement, stating that separation from office does not equate to answering accusations.

An Auckland man has been charged in connection with a significant organized crime investigation, which police have linked to one of the world's largest organized crime takedowns.

The Swiss federal government and cantons are proposing to introduce a mandatory reporting requirement for any indications of organized crime, aiming to enhance efforts against illicit activities.

Swiss cantons are planning to introduce a mandatory reporting duty for state employees regarding information related to organized crime, such as drug rings, human traffickers, and cybercriminals.

A man from Nikšić, identified as a member of an organized criminal group, has been arrested. He has been taken into custody as part of an ongoing investigation.

The Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has publicly announced a first-instance verdict rejecting charges against Bojan Stašević, who was accused by the BiH Prosecutor's Office of organized crime related to aggravated theft, money laundering, and vehicle smuggling.

A drug trafficking network has been dismantled, leading to the seizure of over 3.3 tons of cocaine in Spain and Portugal. This operation represents a significant blow to organized crime in the region.

The United Arab Emirates has accepted an extradition request for a suspected mafia member, signaling international cooperation in combating organized crime.

The Centre for Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI) has called for the effective implementation of Nigeria's strategy against organized crime, emphasizing that regular progress assessments are crucial to strengthen the country's capacity to disrupt criminal networks.

Law enforcement in Chisinau is conducting searches at a construction company suspected of evading taxes amounting to approximately 3 million lei. The investigation is being carried out by the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and the State Tax Service.

The United Nations and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) are collaborating to address illegal mining in Nigeria, aiming to disrupt its links to organized crime and terrorism.

Following President Nayib Bukele's 2022 offensive against organized crime, urban artists in El Salvador are now able to practice their art in a more peaceful environment, reclaiming public spaces from gangs.

This article provides a review of 'Hollywood Crime Story: The Mob Takes Over the Movies,' titled 'Fallen Angels.' The review likely delves into the historical influence of organized crime on the film industry.

As China launches a new crackdown on organized crime, lawyers express concerns about potential wrongful convictions, citing cases like a real estate developer sentenced to 20 years as a 'gang leader'.

A new three-part series, 'Hollywood Crime Story: The Mob Takes Over the Movies,' examines how organized crime infiltrated the film industry from its early days.

Montenegro's Ministry of Interior (MUP) accused Veselin Radulović of attempting to undermine security checks, questioning if previous managements were 'to his measure' and implying deep infiltration of organized crime in the security sector.

Turkish authorities have detained the leader and members of the Suleymancilar, one of Turkey's largest religious groups, as part of an investigation into alleged organized crime and money-laundering.

A Polish football hooligan from Krakow, convicted for organized crime and drug trafficking, was arrested in Croatia after being sought since March and is now awaiting extradition.

Two men have been arrested in Rafina on charges of organized crime, thefts, and fraud, including a case where a 47-year-old woman was convinced to hand over valuables. The arrests are part of an investigation into a criminal organization operating in the area.

A gang leader, referred to by prosecutors as the 'Taghi of Curaçao,' has begun his trial at the Netherlands' high-security prison. He is facing numerous murder charges, highlighting significant organized crime issues.

Belgium's national drug commissioner claims that the rapid development of e-commerce significantly facilitates the operations of organized crime, with criminal groups increasingly using rented apartments for their activities.

Shurandy 'Tyson' Q. is on trial in a Curaçaoan criminal process held on Dutch soil, expected to continue well into next year. Prosecutors view encrypted communication as a key piece of evidence against him, considering him a leader in organized crime.

Montenegro's Special State Prosecutor's Office (SDT) is seeking a trial for an individual accused of organizing a criminal group to obtain confidential data. The defense, however, questions the basis of the charges, stating that even after ten and a half months of detention, the accused does not know what the prosecution's 66 texts prove.

Central European countries are set to increase their cooperation in the fight against organized crime, aiming to strengthen regional security and law enforcement efforts.

The Finnish government is preparing a legislative change that would allow police to detain suspected criminals under the age of 15 for up to 72 hours, prompted by concerns over organized crime exploiting young people.

The Nigerian Chief of Army Staff has identified terrorism and organized crime as major threats to the nation, leading the army to boost its anti-terror efforts by graduating over 1,100 special forces.

The international SafeJournalists network has raised concerns regarding new internal regulations adopted by Albania's Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), fearing they may restrict journalists' work and the public's right to information.

Argentina and Ecuador are strengthening cooperation against organized crime, with Buenos Aires officially designating three Ecuadorian criminal gangs as 'terrorist organizations'.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has recovered 392 vehicles, valued at an estimated $28 million, that were tracked to various ports and intended for export by organized crime groups.

The European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) expressed concern over a new internal regulation by Albania's Special Court against Corruption and Organized Crime, which restricts journalists' reporting from court proceedings.

Chilean President José Antonio Kast has announced a series of legislative reforms aimed at combating organized crime. These measures signal a tougher agenda to address the issue.

Organized crime is rampant in Palestinian towns within Israel, with 158 Palestinians killed since early 2026, leading Palestinian municipal leaders to accuse Israeli police of failing to address the violence.

Albania's Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) approved a new regulation on July 17, which outlines security and conduct guidelines within its premises, drawing criticism for potentially hindering journalists' access.

The Directorate for Combating Organized Crime carried out an operation in the Amfissa and Malandrino correctional facilities, resulting in five arrests.

The Albanian Journalists' Association (AGSH) has expressed concern over new regulations from the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO), set to take effect September 1, which they argue will restrict journalists.

Former director of Bulgaria's National Service for Combating Organized Crime, Rumen Milanov, stated that organized crime in the country no longer manifests through assassinations but through influence on politics, public procurement, and resources.

Two shootings in two days have alarmed citizens of East Sarajevo, with initial information suggesting they are a continuation of clashes between organized criminal groups linked to Darko Elez and Đorđe Ždralo.

Colombia's far-right President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is set to take office, bringing promises of 'iron fist' policies against non-state armed groups and organized crime, with his US-backed security approach already raising questions.

Ghana has initiated a significant regional border security project, supported by €7.3 million in EU funding, aimed at enhancing border management and combating terrorism, violent extremism, and transnational organized crime across West Africa.

A new and dangerous organized crime group, the Foxtrot gang, is reportedly recruiting teenagers across Europe to carry out contract killings.

Sweden has implemented new legislation that allows courts to impose prison sentences up to twice as long for gang-related offenses, as part of a crackdown on organized crime.

Three individuals have been arrested in Greece on charges of human trafficking and pimping, after illegally bringing a woman into the country and attempting to exploit her. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat organized crime.

Pakistan has made strides in combating organized crime, leading to its removal from the FATF grey list in 2022, though it remains on the 'enhanced follow-up' list for sustained implementation assessment.

Albania's Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime (GJKKO) has ordered the release of Ermal Kurtulajn, who was accused in the 'SASPAC' case, replacing his detention measure.

The Security Information Agency (BIA) has not responded to the Organized Crime Prosecutor's Office (TOK) request for interviews with State Security officials and Vučić in the investigation of the 'Panda' cafe murder.

Th. Plevris stated that human trafficking is the second most profitable illegal activity worldwide, describing it as an evolving network of organized crime with millions of victims and significant annual illegal profits.

Costa Rican lawmakers have given initial approval to legislation that would enable authorities to prosecute illegal mining and other severe environmental offenses under organized-crime laws.

A gangland hitman who threw acid at Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay has been released from prison, prompting warnings from Findlay about potential 'unfinished business' from organized crime groups.

Gentian Gjyli, the former head of ARRSH, appeared before the Special Prosecution Against Organized Crime and Corruption (SPAK) as a suspect in connection with the tender for the Llogara tunnel.

A Ukrainian courier has been sent to court in Moldova for allegedly defrauding a lawyer in Chișinău of nearly 550,000 lei, according to the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases.