Organized crime during prohibition was there because there was demand and someone willing to risk it for money. Demand for cheaper (stolen) goods was always there and the risk was significantly lowered so a lot of thieves took that opportunity to make some money.
Whether someone chooses the path of crime out of desperation depends on one's culture.
If the crime organization has an hierarchy then it might be easier to take out the leaders.
Whether someone chooses the path of crime out of desperation depends on one's culture.
If the crime organization has an hierarchy then it might be easier to take out the leaders.