Crotone authorities conduct anti-'ndrangheta inspections and seizures

Law enforcement agencies in Crotone, Italy, conducted large-scale inspections as part of the national and transnational Focus 'Ndrangheta plan. The operation involved the State Police, Carabinieri, Guardia di Finanza, Coast Guard, and Local Police.

During the crackdown, authorities targeted commercial businesses, individuals, and vehicles. One significant finding involved an online vehicle sales business that was found to be operating illegally. Investigators determined that the declared local headquarters and the vehicle storage depot were fictitious. The owner was fined over 5,000 euros for unauthorized business operations and an additional 308 euros for irregular record-keeping. The business has been ordered to suspend operations pending closure.

Additional inspections included a mechanical workshop and a rental car company. In the case of the rental vehicle, officials discovered a driver whose details had not been registered on the company's official portal. The operation also included checks by the Coast Guard regarding commercial activities and traceability.