Lyons Crime Family

The Lyons Crime Family is believed to have been founded in the 1980s by William "Benny" Lyons, who was the leader of the gang at the time until his death in 2006. His brother, Eddie Lyons Sr is also believed to be a prominent member of the organisation.

The family's origins can be traced back to the Possilpark area of Glasgow, where the Lyons family had lived for generations. The Lyons are known for their brutal tactics.[3]

The exact year when the gang was formed is not clear, but it is believed to have emerged in the early to mid-1980s. At that time, Glasgow was experiencing an increase in drug-related crime and violence, and the Lyons Crime Family saw an opportunity to profit from the illegal drug trade.

Over time, the Lyons Crime Family expanded its operations beyond Glasgow and developed links to other criminal organisations, both in Scotland and abroad. Despite the arrests and convictions of some of its members, the gang has remained active and has continued to engage in drug trafficking, extortion, and other illegal activities.

Over the years, the Lyons Crime Family has been involved in a number of high-profile crimes, including the murder of Kevin 'Gerbil' Carroll in 2010.[4] The organisation has also been linked to a number of drug trafficking and money laundering operations.[5]

Scotland continues to have by far the highest drug death rate recorded by any country in Europe, the Lyons Gang collaborate with the notorious Irish Kinahan Cartel to provide high quality drugs but also to wash the money in the Scottish economy.

Despite its criminal activities, the Lyons Crime Family has also been involved in charitable work in the Glasgow area, which has helped to increase its popularity and support among some members of the community.

Overall, the Lyons Crime Family is a complex and controversial organisation that has had a significant impact on the criminal landscape in Scotland.[6]