Alleged criminal group leader “Edik” reportedly in UAE custody

A man known as “Edik,” also known as “Foni” (“Voice”), reportedly considered to be the leader of a criminal organisation whose members are mainly Greeks from former Soviet Union countries, is said to be in the custody of United Arab Emirates authorities.

The organisation is reported to have gained control of tobacco product smuggling, while its members are accused of extortion, kidnapping, bombings, arson, assault and threats, as well as carrying out “contract killings” against members of the...