# Norwegian teen guilty of traveling to UK for contract killing

A Norwegian teenager has been found guilty of traveling to the United Kingdom with the intent to carry out a contract killing. The case underscores the international reach of criminal networks and the use of young people in organized crime. It highlights challenges in cross-border law enforcement cooperation.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/29/norwegian-teenager-johannes-kongsnes-natland-guilty-uk-contract-killing) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:33:50 GMT