The EU’s fight against organised crime
Law enforcement authorities from EU member states work together to combat serious and organised crime in Europe.
How the EU fights serious and organised crime
Organised crime is a major threat to European citizens, business and institutions, as well as to the European economy. In 2019, criminal revenues in the main criminal markets amounted to 1 % of the EU’s GDP, i.e. €139 billion.
Crime groups are present in all EU countries and often operate across borders. 70 % of criminal groups are, in fact, active in more than three member states.