All articles tagged with #organized crime
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A series of vehicle thefts involving a white tow truck have been reported across San Bernardino County, with victims noticing their cars disappearing from driveways and curbs without police awareness, prompting an investigation into possible organized crime.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by CNN
In 2025, Myanmar's border region of Kokang was the epicenter of a brutal and extensive cyber scam industry run by powerful crime families, which involved torture, trafficking, and illegal activities, leading to significant crackdowns by Chinese authorities who arrested and sentenced key figures, revealing a complex web of crime, politics, and regional instability.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by BBC
A man extradited from Dubai to Glasgow, Stephen Jamieson, has appeared in court on charges related to serious organized crime, including drug supply and directing offenses. This case marks the first extradition from Dubai to Scotland and he is scheduled to appear at the High Court in 2026.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by USA Today
The FBI is investigating a sophisticated heist in Massachusetts where $400,000 worth of lobster meat was stolen, likely by organized crime, impacting businesses and consumers as costs are passed down.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by CBS News
Isaiah Moses, a Houston man involved in 'jugging' crimes—robberies targeting bank customers in Denver—was sentenced to 19 years in prison after being linked to multiple thefts where he and an accomplice stole over $47,000 from victims by following them from banks and breaking into their vehicles. The crimes occurred in late 2024, and Moses's arrest was supported by cell phone tracking and bank records.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by MassLive
A shipment of $400,000 worth of lobsters en route to Costco stores was hijacked, likely by a theft ring using impersonation tactics, with the FBI involved in the investigation, highlighting ongoing issues with cargo theft impacting businesses and consumers.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by NBC News
A $400,000 shipment of lobster en route to Costco stores was stolen by criminals impersonating legitimate carriers, highlighting increasing organized theft in supply chains and calling for stronger federal enforcement tools.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Boston 25 News
A $400,000 shipment of lobster destined for Costco stores in the Midwest was hijacked in Massachusetts, highlighting a pattern of organized cargo theft involving impersonation and spoofing, which could lead to higher prices for consumers and calls for stronger federal enforcement.,
Originally Published 19 days ago — by CNN
The ban on gang patches in New Zealand has largely been symbolic, with gangs continuing their activities and recruiting despite the law. Police have seized patches and made arrests, but gang membership and criminal activities persist, suggesting the law's limited impact on gang influence or violence.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by BBC
Stephen Jamieson was extradited from Dubai to Scotland and appeared in court on charges related to organized crime and drug supply, marking the first extradition from Dubai to Scotland, following his arrest in the UAE and cooperation between law enforcement agencies.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
A massive police and military raid in Rio de Janeiro targeting the Red Command gang resulted in over 120 deaths, arrests, and seizures of weapons and drugs, highlighting Brazil's ongoing struggle with entrenched organized crime, community violence, and the complex social and political challenges involved in combating these criminal networks.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by dw.com
A study reveals Russia has established a network of agents, including criminals, to conduct hybrid warfare against Europe through sabotage, illicit finance, and cyber activities, with ongoing efforts to improve EU responses and cooperation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
The mayor of Uruapan, Michoacan, Mexico, Carlos Alberto Manzo Rodríguez, was shot and killed during Day of the Dead celebrations, in a region plagued by cartel violence. The attack, carried out by an unidentified gunman linked to local criminal conflicts, resulted in the death of the mayor and injuries to a council member and bodyguard. His death highlights ongoing violence against local politicians amid Mexico's broader issues with organized crime and cartel conflicts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
The mayor of Uruapan, Michoacan, Mexico, Carlos Alberto Manzo Rodríguez, was shot and killed during Day of the Dead celebrations by an unidentified attacker linked to regional criminal conflicts. The attack, which also injured a city council member and a bodyguard, occurred amidst ongoing violence and cartel battles in the region, highlighting the dangerous environment for local politicians in Mexico.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
The recent $102 million jewel theft from the Louvre was carried out by small-time criminals from northern Paris suburbs, not organized crime professionals, with several suspects under arrest and the stolen jewels still missing.