I'm looking for some help identifying resolved "criminal insurgencies." I would define that as economically motivated non-political groups (narcos, pirates, gangs) that have successfully controlled significant terrain and gained significant autonomy from government control. I'm looking for lessons learned that could help in places like Guatemala and Mexico.

I think the Sicilian Mafia might be a good one. Perhaps Colombian actions against the Medellin and Cali cartels.

Thanks for any assistance

Mike