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Prison Drone Incidents Surge 43%, Raising Security Concerns

The number of drone incidents in English and Welsh prisons increased by 43% to 1,712 in the year to March 2024, alongside a 25% rise in drug finds (over 26,000) and over 13,000 weapons; the government is investing £900,000 to tackle this.

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Five Arrested in Melbourne Underworld Murder

Five men were arrested in Melbourne on Thursday in connection with the October 7, 2023, daylight murder of Robert Issa at Craigieburn Central shopping centre; police believe they were foot soldiers and the investigation into those who ordered the hit is ongoing.

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Cattle Theft Funds Terrorism in Burkina Faso

Jihadist groups in Burkina Faso steal cattle, selling them in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire to fund their operations; this illicit trade, involving thousands of animals and hundreds of millions of CFA francs, undermines local economies, displaces herders, and fuels the conflict.

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Ecuador Massacre: 19 Dead in Guayas Bar Shooting

On Sunday night, in Guayas, Ecuador, 16 people died and 14 were injured in a bar shooting; 3 additional bystanders, including a 12-year-old, were killed during the attackers' escape. The incident occurred during Guayas' 73rd anniversary celebration, highlighting the escalation of drug-related violen...

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Chilean Investigation Uncovers Tren de Aragua Gang's Inner Workings, Contrasting with U.S. Deportation Approach

A Chilean investigation into the Tren de Aragua gang, a Venezuelan criminal organization designated a terrorist group by President Trump, resulted in 34 convictions in March 2023 based on detailed financial records seized during police raids in Arica, Chile. The investigation highlights the effectiv...

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Gatto's Gold: Underworld Gifts Rock CFMEU

Notorious Melbourne underworld figure Mick Gatto gifted over a dozen expensive Versace gold bracelets to Victorian CFMEU officials, including current and former leaders, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and undue influence within the union; some recipients faced further investigations.

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Sydney Police Bust $16.9 Million Fraud Syndicate

Two alleged ringleaders of a $16.9 million fraud and money laundering syndicate that used stolen personal information to obtain loans for non-existent luxury cars were arrested in Sydney, leading to the seizure of $4 million in assets and further asset freezes totaling $38 million.

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Arson Attacks Target Businesses of Alleged Drug Importer with Bikie Ties

On July 27, 2024, two Melbourne panel beating businesses owned by David Deicke, an alleged drug importer with Comanchero bikie ties, were targeted in arson attacks, resulting in multiple vehicles being torched; police suspect the incidents are linked.

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Veracruz Taxi Driver Murder: Four Arrests Made

Irma Hernández Cruz, a 62-year-old retired teacher and taxi driver in Veracruz, Mexico, was kidnapped on July 18th, 2024, after refusing to pay extortion fees; her body was found six days later, and four suspects have been arrested. The governor stated that she died of a heart attack after being ass...

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Mexican Official's Conviction Exposes Deep State-Organized Crime Ties

The conviction of Hernán Bermúdez Requena, former Tabasco security secretary, exposes the deep infiltration of organized crime within the Mexican government, challenging the romanticized image often portrayed in popular culture and highlighting the need for systemic reform.

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Russian Criminal Group Defrauds Elderly of 20 Million Rubles Using Cryptocurrency

A 23-year-old man from Azov, Russia, led a criminal group that defrauded elderly people of 20 million rubles using a multi-level scheme involving couriers, security personnel, and cryptocurrency exchangers to launder the money, resulting in multiple criminal charges.

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Release of Matteo Messina Denaro's Sister Raises Concerns about Mafia's Continued Influence

Anna Patrizia Messina Denaro, sister of Matteo Messina Denaro, was released from prison in Italy on December 12, 2023, after serving time for her role in facilitating communications and providing support to her brother's criminal organization. Her knowledge of key accomplices and hidden assets poses...

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