The basic issue in the case is the full identification of Georgian, which, as it turned out, was in Poland under a false identity. – Partners from Europol want to verify what crimes this man could commit outside of Poland – says RMF FM Anonymous officer of the Police Headquarters, Georgian crime specialist.
According to RMF FM interlocutor, The problem of Georgian crime in Europe intensified after 2018, When Georgia joined Schengen's visa -free movement. Citizens of this country may remain in the European Union for three months without visa. Simultaneously legal sanctions in Georgia and Ukraine, In particular, the penalization of the status of the “sack in the Order”, influenced the migration of crime leaders to Western and Central Europe.
– If someone is considered a “sack in the order”, they cannot deny their position what He exposes him to a prison sentence in Georgia. This forces them to transfer criminal activities abroad – explains the expert.
This is how Georgian gangs work
It is estimated that all over the world There are about 300 people with the status of “sacks in the Order”. In Europe, the greatest threat affecting this type of crime is visible in southern countries, and in recent years also in Central Europe.
Georgian criminal groups are characterized by the international dimension of their actions. – Often, criminals commit offenses in Poland, and then continue their business in the Czech Republic or Germany – says the policeman. The most common crimes include shop thefts, burglaries into apartments and houses, as well as robberies.
Contrary to frequent fears, Georgian crime does not penetrate into state structures in Poland. – Lack of evidence on the influence of Georgians on local governments or central administration. However, there are signals about financing politicians in other European Union countries – admits the interlocutor.
The European fight against Georgian crime requires community commitment. The Europol delegation, which will visit Poland in June, can be another step in this process.
