organized crime

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Still, the reference to 1930s-era Chicago law enforcement was apt, because it was an era of police lawlessness, where unconstitutional practices like the third-degree were justified as necessary to stopping organized crime.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

People familiar with his case, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal matters, said Durazo’s visa was canceled last year, and the U.S. is investigating him for alleged ties to organized crime.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

One politician who acknowledged losing hers is Baja California Gov. Marina del Pilar Avila, who has denied links to organized crime.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Mexican soldiers largely avoided clashes with powerful organized crime groups, which grew in geographical reach, power and economic penetration.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Brian had become a decorated sergeant detective, supervising a special unit that investigated organized crime.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls