"Legacy of the Rizzuto Crime Family Under Siege: Lawyer Leonardo Rizzuto’s License Suspended Amid Major Organized Crime Crackdown"

Montreal, Canada — The Barreau du Québec has suspended the law license of attorney Leonardo Rizzuto as of July 2, following his arrest in a significant organized crime investigation. Rizzuto, 56, who has been practicing law since 1999 in Montreal and Laval, is the youngest son of the late Vito Rizzuto, a notorious figure who once led Montreal’s Mafia. Rizzuto is believed to be the current leader of the Rizzuto crime family, which has a longstanding history in organized crime. His arrest came during a major police operation known as “Project Alliance.” This extensive investigation, … Read more

Denver Home Remodeling Scam Unravels as Company Owner and Father Face Organized Crime Charges

Denver, CO — A significant legal drama unfolds in Denver after a grand jury indicted the owner of a home remodeling business and his father on charges of theft and violating the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act. Company owner Sean Schwalb, along with his father Avi Schwalb, are facing allegations involving multiple counts of theft categorically ranging from $5,000 to $1 million. Both men have been taken into custody and are presently being detained, as per the records of the Denver County Jail. Details of the indictment remain sealed, but the case has gathered extensive … Read more

California’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force Hits New Milestones in 2024, Governor Newsom Announces Extended Law Enforcement Initiatives

Sacramento, Calif. – California’s efforts to curb retail and organized crime have reached new heights with a record-breaking year for the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Organized Retail Crime Task Force. Established in 2019 and expanded under Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration in 2021, the task force has become a pivotal element in the state’s strategy against rampant retail theft, firmly positioning California at the forefront of national efforts to address this growing challenge. In a recent update, Governor Newsom revealed that the task force has surpassed its previous records set in 2023, achieving significant milestones by … Read more

Knox County Grand Jury Issues Multiple Indictments Including Organized Crime and Major Felonies

Barbourville, KY — A Knox County Grand Jury delivered several indictments on October 25, involving multiple residents in serious criminal activities, ranging from organized crime to first-degree rape, as authorities deepen their crackdown on illegal operations within the community. Among those indicted was Amanda McAdams of Barbourville, who faces various charges including engaging in organized crime to traffic controlled substances and conspiracy to promote contraband. Similarly charged was George Derrick McAdams, also from Barbourville, who in addition faces a charge of being a persistent felony offender, indicating previous convictions. Ted Ray Davis, another Barbourville local, … Read more