Organized Crime

Organized crime refers to illegal activities that are carried out by groups or organizations in a structured and coordinated manner. These activities may include activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, extortion, human trafficking, and other forms of illegal enterprise. Organized crime groups may use violence or threats of violence to maintain control over their illegal activities and to protect their interests.

Organized crime can have a significant impact on society, as it often involves significant financial gain for the individuals or groups involved, and it can lead to corruption and harm to innocent individuals. Governments and law enforcement agencies around the world work to combat organized crime through a variety of measures, including intelligence gathering, undercover operations, and prosecution of individuals involved in these activities. It is important for individuals to be aware of the risks and dangers associated with organized crime and to report any suspected illegal activities to the authorities.

 

 

Security Council urges action against human trafficking, sexual abuse by ISIL and other terror groups
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Security Council urges action against human trafficking, sexual abuse by ISIL and other terror groups

The Security Council today called on all United Nations Member States to do everything in their power to combat human trafficking, especially for sexual purposes, citing the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) and Boko Haram as prime perpetrators.

Turkish doctor suspected of human organ trafficking arrested
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Turkish doctor suspected of human organ trafficking arrested

By the CNN Wire Staff STORY HIGHLIGHTS NEW: Arrested Turkish doctor Yusuf Ercin Sonmez says “there is no organ trade” He reportedly is suspected of involvement in an organ smuggling ring Kosovo District Court issues Interpol warrant Istanbul (CNN) — A Turkish doctor arrested in an investigation into an alleged human organ smuggling ring protested…