Albanians Outraged as Crime Gangs Overrun Scottish Towns with Cannabis Farms

Scotland: Albanian community leaders are really upset about the rise of criminal gangs running cannabis farms in their neighborhoods. It’s a big deal, especially after the Daily Record exposed how these gangs are taking over.

People are worried because the report showed that these Albanian crime groups are flooding Scottish towns with super strong cannabis, known as “skunk.” They’re using rented homes and empty buildings, stealing tons of electricity to grow their crops.

Graeme Pearson, a former MSP and police chief, pointed out that this gang activity is getting out of hand and could destabilize communities. He’s calling for energy companies and the police to work together to spot unusual power usage, which could help catch these criminals.

After the story broke, it caught the attention of Albanian media, with Top Channel running their own report. Journalist Muhamed Veliu mentioned that many Albanians are worried about this crime wave in Scotland, especially since they’ve seen similar issues in other countries.

Veliu said it’s a shame for decent Albanians, who are embarrassed by the actions of these gangs. He highlighted that many Albanians are doing well in various professions, and it’s frustrating to see the negative spotlight on their country.

There’s also concern about young men being lured into these gangs, often seeing them as role models because of flashy lifestyles shown on social media. A spokesperson for the Albanian Scotland website noted that many young guys don’t want to work traditional jobs back home and end up getting involved in crime instead.

Recently, several Albanians have been jailed in Scotland for their roles in these cannabis operations. Many of them claim they were trafficked, but the courts are seeing a rise in these cases. It’s a tough situation, and while some are caught up in crime, there are plenty of good Albanians contributing positively to society.