Sicily, Mafia

183 Mafiosos Arrested in Sicily Trying to Rebuild the Cosa Nostra Dome
Those arrested in the major operation, involving 1,200 carabinieri, are accused of mafia-type criminal association, attempted murder, aggravated extortion with mafia methods, drug trafficking, use and possession of weapons,
Italian police arrest 181 in bid to stop Mafia rebuilding in Sicily
In the early 1990s crusading anti-mafia prosecutors were murdered as they tried to hit back. Then in 1993 the so-called boss of bosses, Salvatore "Toto" Riina, was arrested in Palermo, and in 2023 notorious mobster Matteo Messina Denaro was detained as he visited a local clinic.
Sicily police arrest 150 people in major Mafia blitz
The Sicilian Mafia, the inspiration for the "Godfather" movies, is no longer the force it once was, subject to years of crackdowns by authorities and overtaken in terms of power and wealth by Calabria's 'Ndrangheta.
Major Mafia Crackdown: 130 Arrests Shake Sicily's Underworld
A large-scale sting operation in Palermo arrested around 130 people linked to the Sicilian mafia, Cosa Nostra, emphasizing its ongoing influence despite challenges. The operation also revealed ongoing criminal activities,
Police blitz targeting Italian mafia nets nearly 150 arrests: "Historic blow"
Warrants were issued against a total of 183 people, 36 of whom were already in custody, for crimes including attempted murder, extortion and drug trafficking, police said.
Italian Police Arrest 181 in ‘Important Blow’ to Cosa Nostra
Scores of people suspected of being affiliated with the resurgent mob were arrested Tuesday during overnight raids in Palermo and the surrounding area.
Police arrest 181 in huge Cosa Nostra op in Palermo
Police on Tuesday staged a huge operation to arrest 181 suspected Cosa Nostra members in relation to a probe by investigators in Palermo into the Mafia syndicate's attempt to rebuild in the area of the Sicilian capital after a series of clampdowns over recent years landed thousands of people in jail.
Sicily's gangsters forced to modernise but complain they can't get the staff
Sicily's Cosa Nostra has even started working with other gangs, including the notorious and far larger 'Ndrangheta in ...
Anti-mafia operation in Palermo: 181 arrests and a new organizational chart exposed
The Palermo District Anti-Mafia Directorate conducted a major operation involving over 1.200 Carabinieri, leading to the arrest of 181 individuals linked to Cosa Nostra. Those arrested included bosses ...
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The Perfect Date in Palermo Calls for Granita, Arancini, and Sicilian Wine
To experience this cultural mosaic firsthand, start in Palermo, the captivating capital city on Sicily's north coast. From a breakfast of brioche and granita in a local cafe to an afternoon market ...
Barbera, Artisanal Sicilian Olive Oil Maker Launches New Visitor Experience
The "Olio Barbera Experience" allows visitors to Sicily to learn about the island's rich history in olive oil production.
Maxi-anti-mafia operation in Palermo: 181 arrests among the clans
A major operation by the Palermo District Anti-Mafia Directorate led to the arrest of 181 people, including bosses and leading members of Sicilian mafia families. This operation, which marks a turning ...