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In a major international security operation, Dubai Police, in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Interior, have helped dismantle the notorious Scottish criminal network known as the Lyons Clan. The action formed part of the global operation Operation Armorum targeting money laundering and transnational organised crime.
Authorities confirmed that Dubai Police arrested a key member of the network upon arrival at a Dubai airport, following the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice. The move marked a critical step in disrupting the group’s international activities.
The operation, led by Spain’s Guardia Civil, resulted in the arrest of 14 suspects across multiple countries. It highlights the UAE’s growing role in global law enforcement cooperation and its ability to track and detain high-risk individuals across borders.
The coordinated effort brought together several leading agencies, including Europol, the UK’s National Crime Agency, and the Drug Enforcement Administration, along with other international police forces. Through joint intelligence sharing and operational collaboration, authorities were able to identify key members, dismantle the organisation’s structure, and seize assets tied to criminal activities.
Investigations revealed that the network was heavily involved in drug trafficking and money laundering operations spanning Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The group used complex financial systems, including shell companies and layered transactions, to conceal and manage illicit funds.
