Legendary mafia leader's "vast fortune" seized by police
Summary
Italy has seized over 200 million euros ($232 million) in assets linked to Matteo Messina Denaro, a Mafia boss captured in 2023 after 30 years on the run. The assets come from drug trafficking and include luxury properties and companies across Europe and beyond.Key Facts
- Matteo Messina Denaro was a top Mafia leader from Sicily and led the Castelvetrano clan.
- He was arrested in January 2023 after hiding for about 30 years.
- Denaro died in prison a few months after his arrest at age 61.
- Italian police seized assets worth over 200 million euros connected to his drug trafficking activities.
- Seized assets include luxury resorts in Spain and bank accounts in multiple countries.
- The investigation involved Italy’s financial police using planes, drones, and special scanners to find hidden assets.
- Three people have been arrested in connection with the investigation.
- The operation aims to stop the Mafia from regaining power after Denaro’s death.
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