Former New York Detective Convicted of Lying to FBI for Mafia Involvement

Former New York detective convicted of lying to the FBI for working with a mafia family in Long Island, fueling a mini-mob war. He was acquitted of obstruction of justice. The case involved mafia rivalry and illegal gambling operations.

Corruption and Mob Justice in Long Island

A former Nassau County police detective conspired with the Bonanno mafia family to target the Genovese mafiosos in Long Island, leading to a mini-mob war. The detective staged fake police raids and provided inside information to the Bonannos, choosing the crime family over his duty to protect the public.

Mafia Bosses in Sicily

Mafia bosses in Sicily express frustration with new recruits and lament the decline in power and influence of the Cosa Nostra, as nearly 150 alleged criminals are arrested in dawn raids. The arrests deal a blow to mafia bosses' attempts to rebuild and reorganize, with efforts to strengthen drug trafficking operations and establish new links with other criminal organizations.

Arrest of Nun and Politicians in Connection with 'Ndrangheta Mafia Investigation in Italy

A nun, Sister Anna Donelli, was arrested in northern Italy for allegedly acting as a go-between for the 'Ndrangheta mafia and its jailed gang members. Two politicians were also arrested and over €1.8m worth of assets were seized. The arrests are a result of a four-year investigation into the 'Ndrangheta, one of Europe's most influential criminal organizations.

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.