From drug theft to Dubai arrests: How a Scottish gangland feud went global
Published: 9/27/2025

The BBC Scotland News article delves into a Scottish gangland feud that has escalated to global proportions with the recent arrests of four major crime figures in Dubai, suspected to be linked to criminal activities like drug importation and gang violence. The ongoing violent feud between the Lyons and Daniel families, spanning generations, has been marked by shootings, kidnappings, and murders in Scotland, leading to arrests and convictions within the criminal underworld. The feud's impact has recently extended to Dubai, where key figures were apprehended, shedding light on the international connections and operations of Scottish organized crime groups.