# European organized crime conflict and Daltonlar gang

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/european-organized-crime-conflict
> Updated: 2026-10-24T17:57:56.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 3.

A violent conflict is escalating across Europe between established criminal figures and a new generation of organized crime groups, specifically involving the Baybaşin family and the Daltonlar gang. The dispute is reportedly linked to illegal betting networks and global drug trafficking profits, including the disappearance of a 600-kilogram cocaine shipment.

Key escalations include the May 2024 killing of İlmettin Aytekin in Barcelona and the August 2025 assassination of Daltonlar member Caner Koçer in Torrevieja, Spain. Reports suggest social media provocations have solidified alliances between various factions, including the Daltonlar, Tolhildanlar, and Gündoğmuş gangs.

In response, German authorities and the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) conducted a major operation against the ‘Daltons’ criminal network following a 21-month undercover investigation. This resulted in the arrest of six men in Cologne and a key suspect, Ali S., in Marbella, Spain. Seized items included cocaine, cannabis, cash, and 15 firearms, some of which were modified to function like automatic weapons.

Recent developments show the scope of the Daltonlar gang expanding into Turkey, where authorities conducted simultaneous operations across eight provinces. These raids, coordinated by the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, led to the arrest of 15 suspects, including three minors, following reports of extortion. Additionally, German security authorities are investigating potential links between the Daltons and Russian intelligence, examining whether criminal networks are being utilized by foreign services to carry out sabotage, such as arson and armed attacks, in exchange for payment.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Turkish Daltons gang targeted in multi-province operation

Turkish police arrested 15 members of the Daltons gang in an eight-province operation following threats against a business owner, amid investigations into potential links to foreign intelligence sabotage.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-daltons-gang-targeted-in-multi-province-operation

### 2026-10-14: Organized crime conflict escalates across Europe involving Baybaşin and Daltonlar groups

Organized crime groups, including the Baybaşin family and Daltonlar gang, are engaged in a violent conflict across Europe over drug trafficking and illegal profits, marked by high-profile assassinations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/organized-crime-conflict-escalates-across-europe-involving-baybain-and-daltonlar-groups

### 2026-10-12: German police dismantle 'Daltons' criminal network

German and Spanish authorities arrested several members of the 'Daltons' gang following a 21-month probe into extortion, drug trafficking, and the use of modified illegal firearms.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-police-dismantle-daltons-criminal-network

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