Organised crime in Ireland

For the organised crime groups composed of largely ethnic Irish members active in the United States since the 19th century, see Irish mob.
Irish mafia
Founding locationIreland
Years active1960s–present
TerritoryIreland
EthnicityIrish and Irish Travellers
Criminal activitiesAssault, murder, bribery, counterfeiting, drug trafficking, extortion, fencing, fraud, illegal gambling, loan sharking, money laundering, prostitution, racketeering, robbery, smuggling, theft, arms trafficking

Organised crime in Ireland or Irish Mafia refers to criminal activities carried out by illegal gangs and criminal organizations operating within the country and internationally. These groups engage in a wide range of illicit activities, including assault, drug trafficking, murder, bribery, loan sharking, arms trafficking and theft.

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