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Gangs force drug import: Romanian crooks in postal scamApr 19, 2009 (Herald Sun - ABIX via COMTEX) -- A former Australian Federal Police officer has corroborated claims that Romanian organised crime gangs play a significant role in the nation's drug trafficking activities, with many in this ethnic community being pressured into accepting the contraband through the mail from overseas. The focus of the gangs, who are also increasingly involved in identity theft such as using "skimming" devices at ATMs, is on Victoria. Publication Date: 20 April 2009 AUSTRALIAN FEDERAL POLICE AUSTRALIAN CRIME COMMISSION |