European Police Office - Europol: Organized Crime on the AdvanceOrganized crime is spreading in Europe, according to Europol, with criminal networks becoming increasingly violent, Europol Chief Catherine De Bolle told the news magazine "Spiegel". "Organized crime is on the march. These highly professional and ruthless gangs, Europol warned recently, are primarily engaged in drug trafficking. The European Police Office has identified Germany as a significant hub for organized crime networks, particularly in regions like North Rhine-Westphalia. Crime and criminality persist as major threats to European societies, as evidenced by the ongoing activities of organized crime networks and the growing challenge of drug trafficking in the continent.

Source: The Local July 20, 2024 09:56 UTC