34 arrested in Spain over 'Black Axe' crime gang fraud
A major cross-border police operation has led to 34 arrests in Spain, targeting the notorious 'Black Axe' criminal network accused of multi-million euro fraud. Read the full details.
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Kinahan Gang Boss Under Pressure in Dubai
As the 10-year anniversary of Dublin's Regency Hotel shooting approaches, international pressure mounts on Daniel Kinahan, the alleged cartel leader hiding in Dubai. Explore the feud, the global empire, and the closing net.
Gang jailed for £1m burglary spree across UK
An Albanian crime gang who stole over £1m in a nationwide burglary spree were caught after flaunting loot online. Read how police cracked the case.
London dealer claims gang threats forced him to sell drugs
A West London man caught dealing cocaine in Wales told a court a crime gang threatened his family. Romario Buzi, 23, was given a suspended prison sentence. Read the full story.
Dutch Drug Cartel Killings Exposed in Podcast
A deep dive into the shocking gangland killings that revealed the dark underbelly of organised crime in the Netherlands, challenging its liberal image. Listen to the full investigation.
Seven charged over 300 offences in Brisbane car theft ring
Queensland police have charged seven men after an international crime syndicate allegedly stole 60 Toyotas from Brisbane to ship to the UAE. Read the full investigation details.
Our Gang child star Sidney Kibrick dies aged 97
Sidney Kibrick, the final surviving featured actor from the classic Our Gang comedies, has passed away at 97. Discover his journey from 1930s Hollywood to real estate.
£54m Benefit Fraud Gang Ordered to Repay Just £2m
The criminals behind Britain's largest ever benefits fraud, who stole £54m to fund lavish lifestyles, have been ordered to repay just a fraction. Read the shocking details.
Missing in the Amazon: Guardian podcast explores rainforest dangers
The Guardian's Full Story podcast returns to the Javari valley, investigating the persistent threats from organised crime. Can the Amazon be saved? Listen to the latest episode.
Justice Hope for Amazon Murders, But Organised Crime Fears
Funerals held for Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira. As Lula takes office, hopes rise for Amazon protection and justice, but a deep-rooted criminal network threatens progress. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Readers' Favourite Organised Adventure Challenges Revealed
Discover the most memorable organised challenges, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro. Get inspired for your next adventure and find out how to enter our travel tips competition.
Man charged over Kensington Palace trespass allegations
A 39-year-old man faces charges for allegedly trespassing twice on the grounds of Kensington Palace, the occasional home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Read the full police statement.
Hare Coursing Surge: 500% Arrest Rise in Wiltshire
Hare coursing linked to international gangs is surging in Wiltshire, with arrests up 500%. Police fear a farmer will be seriously injured as rural crime terrorises the Vale of Pewsey.
Motorhome gang stole £175k from Spanish tourists
Spanish police dismantle a roaming gang that used a motorhome to commit 25 thefts, stealing €200k from tourists in Valencia, Andalusia, and the Balearics. Four arrested in Benalmádena.
Organised crime drives UK construction site theft wave
Security firms warn of a sharp rise in organised thefts from UK building sites, with tools and plant equipment targeted. The industry faces a £100m annual bill as the Christmas shutdown looms.
Grindr thieves jailed for London phone-stealing spree
Two 'calculated' burglars who robbed dozens of Londoners via Grindr have been jailed. The Afghan nationals stole phones, wallets and passports in a pre-planned crime spree. Read the full report.
New Map Shows UK's Worst Crime Areas - See Yours
A new interactive map reveals the UK areas hit hardest by crime severity. See how your location compares, with Blackpool and Westminster topping the list.
El Salvador jails 248 MS-13 members with centuries-long terms
El Salvador's crackdown on gangs sees 248 MS-13 members receive 'exemplary sentences', with one individual jailed for 1,335 years. Over 90,000 detained since 2022.
No verdict in trial over 2018 gang shooting of teen
A jury has been discharged after failing to reach verdicts in the trial of Michael Clarke, accused of murdering 17-year-old Tanesha Melbourne-Blake in a 2018 Tottenham drive-by shooting. The case will be retried.
London burglary gang jailed for 57 years
A London-based burglary gang has been sentenced to a total of over 57 years in prison for a series of break-ins across the South East. Read the full details of the police operation.
Grant Hunter jailed for 26 years for Hogmanay murder
Grant Hunter, 34, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 26 years for the gangland murder of Marc Webley outside an Edinburgh pub on New Year's Eve 2023. Read the full court details.
Edinburgh gangland assassin jailed for 26 years
Grant Hunter, a paid assassin, has been sentenced to 26 years for murdering Marc Webley outside an Edinburgh pub on New Year's Eve. Read the full court details.
Edinburgh Hogmanay hitman jailed for at least 26 years
Grant Hunter, a paid assassin, shot Marc Webley dead outside an Edinburgh pub on New Year's Eve 2023. He has been given a life sentence with a minimum term of 26 years. Read the full story.
One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals
A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.
Gang Rape Convictions Overturned on Appeal in NSW
Three NSW men have had their convictions for gang raping three teenagers overturned. Two will face a retrial, while a third is acquitted. Read the full legal details.
Girl, 13, gang raped in Paris KFC toilets, four arrested
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
Croydon gang jailed for violent sword attack on boys
Four men have been sentenced for a horrific, unprovoked attack on two 16-year-olds in Whyteleafe, involving a samurai sword and a car. One attacker jailed for over eight years.
Michelin-starred restaurant hit by £800 meat theft
A London Michelin-starred restaurant owner speaks out after a thief stole £800 of premium meat. The Met Police investigate as the hospitality industry faces festive pressure.
Teens Investigated for Setting Homeless Man's Hair on Fire
Spanish police investigate two minors after a horrific video shows them setting a homeless man's hair on fire in Seville. The incident has sparked national outrage and a potential hate crime probe.
Sydney Crime Raid: $12m Assets Seized, Six Arrested
NSW police have arrested six people and seized luxury cars worth millions, including a Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini, in a major organised crime operation. Read the full details.
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