David Cowan

A six‑month gang feud across Scotland subsided following extensive police action and an apparent resolution of differences among rival organised crime groups. Police Scotland reported 84 violent incidents, resulting in 64 arrests, multiple weapons seizures and numerous safeguarding measures. Several offenders received lengthy prison sentences for fire‑raising, machete attacks and other violent acts. A brief resurgence earlier this year led to further arrests. The feud involved individuals linked to Edinburgh and Glasgow crime groups, though police said separate fatal shootings of two Lyons group members in Spain were not connected to the feud. Multiple suspects, including Steven Lyons and Michael Riley, are now facing proceedings abroad.

A six‑month gangland feud across Scotland subsided following dozens of arrests and a resolution between rival groups, according to a Police Scotland report. The conflict involved 84 violent incidents, including fire‑raisings and attempted murders. Police operations led to 64 arrests, the recovery of weapons and multiple convictions, with several offenders receiving lengthy prison sentences. A brief resurgence earlier this year resulted in additional arrests as investigations continue. The feud was reportedly triggered by a dispute involving Ross McGill and drug dealer Mark Richardson, while separate international actions targeted members of the Lyons crime group, including arrests and extraditions tied to serious organised crime.