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Fake Travel Document Ring Dismantled in Attica, Greece
Politicsnaftemporikinewsbeast9h ago2 sources

Fake Travel Document Ring Dismantled in Attica, Greece

A criminal organization involved in producing and distributing fake travel documents for illegal migrant smuggling into EU countries was dismantled in Attica, Greece, with illegal profits exceeding 200,000 euros.

Concerns Over Mafia Influence in Corsican Autonomy Debate
Worldle-figaro1d ago

Concerns Over Mafia Influence in Corsican Autonomy Debate

As a constitutional bill for Corsican autonomy is debated in the National Assembly, citizens are demanding safeguards to prevent potential mafia influence. The proposed autonomy project has raised concerns about criminal organizations gaining further control on the island.

Six Arrested in Attica Urban Planning Corruption Ring
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1protothema-en10d ago4 sources

Six Arrested in Attica Urban Planning Corruption Ring

Greek police raided urban planning offices in Attica, arresting six individuals suspected of operating a corruption ring that demanded up to 30,000 euros for illegal arrangements. Over 330,000 euros were seized during the operation, and the suspects face criminal charges.

Worldpublico19d ago

Future STJ President States Brazil Cannot Be Reduced to Crime and Violence

Luís Felipe Salomão, the future president of Brazil's Superior Court of Justice (STJ), asserted that Brazil has much to teach and learn from the world, and cannot be solely defined by crime and violence. He also commented on the US decision to classify PCC and Comando Vermelho as criminal organizations.

Arrests Underway in Zagreb and Karlovac in USKOK-Ordered Operation
Politicsindex-hrjutarnji-list22d ago2 sources

Arrests Underway in Zagreb and Karlovac in USKOK-Ordered Operation

Arrests and urgent evidentiary actions are being carried out in the areas of Zagreb and Karlovac, Croatia, under the order of USKOK (Office for Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime), targeting multiple individuals suspected of being part of a criminal organization.

Three Arrested in Crete 'Family Mafia' Case Face Charges
Worldnewsbeast26d ago

Three Arrested in Crete 'Family Mafia' Case Face Charges

Three individuals, alleged masterminds of a criminal organization in Vorizia, Crete, are expected to testify before judicial authorities in Heraklion. The group is accused of drug and weapons offenses, as well as defrauding agricultural subsidies.

Arabatzi Denies Criminal Involvement in OPEKEPE Case
Politicsnewsbeastavgi27d ago2 sources

Arabatzi Denies Criminal Involvement in OPEKEPE Case

Arabatzi has publicly stated that she was targeted as an accomplice in a criminal organization related to OPEKEPE, vehemently denying any wrongdoing. She asserts that none of her actions constitute an offense, despite initial calls for a preliminary inquiry.

Criminal Proceedings Initiated in Montenegro for Cocaine Smuggling
Politicscdm-me29d ago

Criminal Proceedings Initiated in Montenegro for Cocaine Smuggling

Montenegro's Special State Prosecutor's Office has initiated criminal proceedings against several individuals suspected of forming a criminal organization and smuggling approximately two tons of cocaine. The investigation follows a criminal complaint from the Special Police Department.

Gang Linked to Tren de Aragua Dismantled in Peru
Worldnewsbeast29d ago

Gang Linked to Tren de Aragua Dismantled in Peru

Peruvian police announced the dismantling of a gang connected to Tren de Aragua, one of Latin America's most powerful criminal organizations. The operation led to the arrest of eight Venezuelan and four Peruvian nationals.

Criminal Ring Uncovered for Selling Fake Medicines Across Europe
Businessiefimeridanaftemporiki1mo ago2 sources

Criminal Ring Uncovered for Selling Fake Medicines Across Europe

A criminal organization has been uncovered for allegedly selling fake medicines and illegal supplements for serious diseases across Europe. The operation reportedly generated a turnover of 240 million euros, with investigations also underway in Greece.

Naples Prosecutor Uncovers Corrupt Cops Selling VIP Information
WorldANSA1mo ago

Naples Prosecutor Uncovers Corrupt Cops Selling VIP Information

Naples Chief Prosecutor Nicola Gratteri announced a major police operation has dismantled a criminal organization involving corrupt law-enforcement officers who were selling confidential information about Italian VIPs, including footballers and showbiz stars.

High-Ranking 'Super Cartel' Member Arrested in Montenegro
Worldn1-serbiavijesti-me1mo ago2 sources

High-Ranking 'Super Cartel' Member Arrested in Montenegro

Haris Monić, identified as a high-ranking member of a 'super cartel' that controlled the European drug market, has been arrested in Montenegro. New details are emerging about his significant role within the criminal organization, which reportedly operated from Colombia to Rožaje.

Two Arrested in Thessaloniki for Skunk Trafficking
Worldiefimeridanaftemporiki1mo ago2 sources

Two Arrested in Thessaloniki for Skunk Trafficking

Police in Thessaloniki have arrested two individuals, dismantling a criminal organization involved in storing and distributing unprocessed cannabis (skunk) in the wider region of Northern Greece.

Burglary Ring Targeting Luxury Villas in Attica Dismantled
Worldiefimerida1mo ago

Burglary Ring Targeting Luxury Villas in Attica Dismantled

Police have successfully dismantled a criminal organization responsible for a series of burglaries in luxury residences across the southern suburbs of Attica, Greece. The group's total loot from eight cases in areas like Alimos, Glyfada, Varkiza, and Voula exceeded 300,000 euros.

USKOK Expands Investigation into Car Theft Ring
Politicsindex-hrjutarnji-list6d ago2 sources

USKOK Expands Investigation into Car Theft Ring

Croatia's USKOK has expanded its investigation into a criminal organization accused of stealing at least 21 vehicles worth nearly 300,000 euros in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina since 2020.

Indictment Filed Against Seven for Cigarette Smuggling
Politicsvijesti-mecdm-me6d ago2 sources

Indictment Filed Against Seven for Cigarette Smuggling

An indictment has been filed against seven additional individuals suspected of involvement in cigarette smuggling and forming a criminal organization. The charges relate to their alleged roles in illicit tobacco trade.

Alleged DZ Mafia Leader Arrested in Marseille
Worldle-figaro8d ago

Alleged DZ Mafia Leader Arrested in Marseille

Gabriel Ory, an alleged leader of the DZ Mafia, a criminal organization dominating drug trafficking in Marseille, has been taken into custody on suspicion of planning a violent action.

Judge Alleges PSOE Structure Used for Criminal Scheme
Worldel-mundo21d ago

Judge Alleges PSOE Structure Used for Criminal Scheme

A judge's order describes the alleged criminal organization involving the former Secretary of Organization of the PSOE, suggesting that Santos Cerdán made the PSOE's structure available to the criminal network.

Eleven Arrested in €6.8 Million Fraud Against Murcian Health Service
Businessla-vanguardia28d ago

Eleven Arrested in €6.8 Million Fraud Against Murcian Health Service

Eleven individuals have been arrested in connection with a €6.8 million fraud scheme targeting the Murcian Health Service. The suspects face charges including document forgery, administrative prevarication, embezzlement of public funds, public health offenses, and belonging to a criminal organization.

Tommy Olsen Not to Be Extradited to Greece After Arrest in Norway
Worldprotothema-en1mo ago

Tommy Olsen Not to Be Extradited to Greece After Arrest in Norway

Tommy Olsen of the NGO Aegean Boat Report, arrested in Norway in mid-March on an international warrant from Greece, will not be extradited. He faces accusations of espionage, directing a criminal organization, and participating in an illegal immigrant trafficking ring.

Greek Police Dismantle Transformer Theft Ring
Businessnaftemporiki1mo ago

Greek Police Dismantle Transformer Theft Ring

Greek police successfully dismantled a criminal organization responsible for stealing transformers from the Public Power Corporation (DEDDIE), arresting two members aged 40 and 30 in the act.

Assets Seized from Greek Cigarette Smuggling Ring
Businessnaftemporiki1mo ago

Assets Seized from Greek Cigarette Smuggling Ring

Properties, tankers, and a hotel belonging to alleged members of a criminal organization involved in the production and distribution of illegal cigarettes have been seized in Greece, with the ring reportedly costing the Greek state one billion euros.

Turkish Arms Trafficking Ring Supplying European Criminal Groups Busted
Worldiefimeridanewsbeast1d ago2 sources

Turkish Arms Trafficking Ring Supplying European Criminal Groups Busted

A Turkish arms trafficking ring, responsible for supplying weapons to criminal organizations across Europe, has been dismantled, leading to ten arrests in France. Europol raised the alarm about the network, which funneled weapons from Turkey to various European countries.

Swedish Youth Homes Closed Due to Criminal Links
Worldaftonbladet5d ago

Swedish Youth Homes Closed Due to Criminal Links

Dozens of youth care homes in Sweden have been shut down following numerous alarms about criminal organizations operating them. The closures have been implemented since 2024 by the Health and Social Care Inspectorate.

Four Arrested in Cyprus Amid Criminal Organization and Hamas Probe
Politicscyprus-mailprotothema-en7d ago2 sources

Four Arrested in Cyprus Amid Criminal Organization and Hamas Probe

Four individuals, including a 57-year-old man with children in security forces, have been arrested in Cyprus as part of a criminal organization investigation, with links to alleged Hamas terrorist activities under scrutiny. The arrests are part of a broader probe into illicit operations.

French Trial Postponed Due to Imprisoned Lawyer
Worldle-figaro13d ago

French Trial Postponed Due to Imprisoned Lawyer

The trial for a robbery of an SFR store in Gard, France, was postponed because one of the lawyers, Kamel Aïssaoui, who represents figures of the DZ mafia, was indicted and imprisoned in March during a crackdown on the criminal organization.

17 Suspects Transferred in OPEKEPE Case in Greece
Politicsnewsbeast20d ago

17 Suspects Transferred in OPEKEPE Case in Greece

Seventeen individuals arrested in Thessaloniki in connection with the OPEKEPE case, involving an alleged criminal organization that illegally profited over 4.5 million euros, are being transferred to Athens.

Worldpublico21d ago

Lisbon Court Frees PCC Leader "Hulk" Due to Legal Vacuum

Ygor Daniel Zago, known as "Hulk" and a leader of the PCC criminal organization, was released by the Lisbon Court of Appeal due to a legal vacuum regarding his asylum request, despite being held since November awaiting extradition and facing a 29-year sentence in Brazil.

Greek Police Arrest Dozens in EU Farm Subsidy Fraud Probe
Worldlsm-lvaktuality-skiefimerida+4naftemporikinewsbeastekathimerinibalkan-insight22d ago7 sources

Greek Police Arrest Dozens in EU Farm Subsidy Fraud Probe

Greek police have arrested dozens of individuals, including a deputy mayor, in connection with a large-scale fraud scheme involving EU agricultural subsidies. The criminal organization is accused of illegally obtaining millions of euros in farm aid.

Two Remanded in Cyprus Terrorism Investigation
Worldcyprus-mail25d ago

Two Remanded in Cyprus Terrorism Investigation

Police in Cyprus have remanded two third-country nationals, aged 32 and 38, as part of an investigation into terrorism-related offenses and participation in a criminal organization.

Organized Crime Will Turn Against Political Power, Says Milan St. Protić
Politicsn1-serbiadanas26d ago2 sources

Organized Crime Will Turn Against Political Power, Says Milan St. Protić

Milan St. Protić stated that it is only a matter of time before organized crime, once it feels powerful enough, will turn against the highest levels of political authority. He emphasized that this shift will occur when criminal organizations perceive an opportunity to challenge the government directly.

Veljko Belivuk and Marko Miljković Request Trial in Podgorica
Politicsvijesti-me1mo ago

Veljko Belivuk and Marko Miljković Request Trial in Podgorica

Veljko Belivuk and Marko Miljković, accused as leaders of the 'Velja Nevolja' criminal group in Serbia, are facing charges in Montenegro. They are accused of involvement in a criminal organization linked to murders and kidnapping, and have requested their trial be held in Podgorica.

Police Operation Dismantles Criminal Organization in Crete
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast1mo ago3 sources

Police Operation Dismantles Criminal Organization in Crete

A significant police operation, described as involving the 'Greek FBI,' has been conducted in Vorizia, Crete, to dismantle a criminal organization. The group, reportedly led by an uncle and his nephews, was involved in violent assaults and illegal land seizures.

Prosecutors Seek 7-Year Prison Term for Ex-French President Sarkozy
Politicsle-mondenzzyle-uutiset+27ruvfazle-figaroSCMPFrance 24vgmorgunbladidpublico+19 more1mo ago30 sources

Prosecutors Seek 7-Year Prison Term for Ex-French President Sarkozy

French prosecutors have requested a seven-year prison sentence for former President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is again facing legal proceedings. He is accused of charges including criminal organization and embezzlement of public funds.

Drug and Weapons Ring Dismantled in Lamia, Greece
Worldiefimerida2mo ago

Drug and Weapons Ring Dismantled in Lamia, Greece

Greek police delivered a significant blow to organized crime in Lamia, arresting four members of a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and illegal arms possession following a major operation.