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The Kinahans, a powerful criminal family, are believed to have a secret hideout in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This location provides them refuge as they continue their illegal operations outside Ireland. The Westies gang, notorious for their violent rise and fall during the early days of the cocaine trade in Ireland, remains a dark chapter in criminal history. Their connection to the Kinahans highlights a network of crime spanning multiple countries.
The Westies gained infamy for their ruthless tactics in controlling the drug trade in Dublin. However, their downfall came swiftly as law enforcement tightened their grip.
Meanwhile, the Kinahan cartel has adapted by moving operations to the UAE, taking advantage of the region’s exclusive lifestyle and lenient enforcement in some areas. This shift has paused their direct confrontations at home but keeps them influential in international crime circles.
This Q&A episode dives deep into these two infamous groups, exploring the rise, fall, and survival tactics used in the world of high-stakes crime. It reveals how geography and strategy play crucial roles in the modern criminal underworld.
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