Alleged crime boss Steven Lyons set to be deported to Spain after arrest in Bali | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAssociated PressWednesday 01 April 2026 09:34 BSTSteven Lyons is escorted by police officers at the Bali police headquarters (AFP via Getty Images)Steven Lyons, a 45-year-old Scottish man described as a senior figure in an international crime syndicate, was arrested in Bali, Indonesia, shortly after arriving from Singapore.He was apprehended by immigration officers at Ngurah Rai airport due to an Interpol red notice issued at Spain's request, flagging him for extradition.Lyons is alleged to be the leader of the 'Lyons Clan,' a large-scale transnational criminal organisation involved in narcotics trafficking and money laundering, with activities spanning multiple countries.He is wanted in Spain and the UK in connection with organised crime, drug trafficking, and money laundering, and is scheduled for extradition to Spain.Indonesian authorities stated that Bali will not be a safe haven for international fugitives, with his arrest demonstrating effective immigration surveillance.In fullSuspected Scottish crime boss wanted in UK and Spain arrested in BaliThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in