Mafia Hitman Sentenced for Killing Crime Boss James 'Whitey' Bulger

Former mafia hitman Fotios 'Freddy' Geas sentenced to 25 years in prison for killing Boston crime boss James 'Whitey' Bulger in 2018. Bulger was beaten to death shortly after arriving at U.S. Penitentiary, Hazelton in West Virginia.

Investigation into Giuseppe Pignatone for Allegedly Favoring Mafia

Giuseppe Pignatone, lead judge for the Vatican's civil tribunal, is under investigation for allegedly favoring the mafia in the closure of a 1992 probe launched by anti-mafia prosecutors Falcone and Borsellino. Pignatone has professed his innocence and vowed to cooperate with the investigation.

Children Raised in Mafia Families in Italy

Authorities in Italy are extending a 'Free to Choose' scheme to rescue children raised in mafia families, placing them in foster care to break the brutal cycle of crime. The scheme has saved many children from being indoctrinated into criminal activities and witnessing violence. The initiative aims to provide these children with a chance for a different life away from the mafia's influence.

Mafia Hitman Poisoning Catholic Priest's Chalice in Italy

A mafia hitman in Italy allegedly poisoned a Catholic priest's communion chalice in retaliation for speaking out against organized crime. The priest detected bleach in the water and wine, believed to be a hit ordered by the 'Ndrangheta crime organization. The priest has faced death threats and vandalism, leading to police escort. The 'Ndrangheta is one of the world's richest crime groups, making tens of billions from cocaine trafficking.

Mafia Threat Against Italian Priest

A parish priest in southern Italy discovered bleach in the chalice of water and wine he consecrated for the eucharist, believed to be a mafia-related threat. The priest has received death threats and vandalism to his car, prompting a police investigation.