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.
Key Points
- Bleach discovered in chalice of water and wine consecrated by Father Felice Palamara
- Believed to be a mafia-related threat against the priest
- Priest has received death threats and vandalism to his car
- Police investigation initiated
- Other local priests have also been targeted by alleged mafia threats