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Sulmona and Cosenza police operations target drug trafficking and mafia-style crime
Italian law enforcement agencies have conducted major operations targeting organized crime in Sulmona and Cosenza. In Sulmona, the Metamorfosi investigation has led to 20 precautionary measures against a suspected criminal group accused of using mafia methods. The group allegedly established a cocaine monopoly in the Valle Peligna area, with an estimated monthly turnover of 180,000 to 200,000 euros. Investigators claim a former Sicilian mafia convict allied with a local group, establishing links with Albanian and Camorra networks to manage drug distribution, extortion, and money laundering.
In Cosenza, Carabinieri conducted a blitz resulting in five individuals facing precautionary measures for alleged drug trafficking. The investigation, which utilized telephone, electronic, and environmental interceptions, targets the sale of marijuana, hashish, and cocaine. One suspect was transferred to prison, while three others were placed under house arrest.
Additionally, a nationwide operation by the Polizia di Stato against youth criminality resulted in the arrest of 575 adults and 69 minors across various Italian provinces.
Entities
Arezzo · Bologna · Carabinieri · Cosenza · Francesco Lollobrigida · Giorgia Meloni · Italian State Police · Italy · Polizia di Stato · Sassari · Servizio Centrale Operativo · Sulmona
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] In Sassari, 5 people were arrested in flagrante delicto and 5 others were reported. www.sassarioggi.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] 1,695 youths were reported for crimes including possession of weapons and drug trafficking. giornalenews.it · primacomo.it · www.sassarioggi.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Police seized 69.4 kg of cocaine and 174.8 kg of cannabinoids. giornalenews.it · primacomo.it
- [● 5 SOURCES] The operation involved monitoring 1,115 social media profiles. giornalenews.it · primacomo.it · www.levantenews.it · www.persemprenews.it · www.calabrianews.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Police inspected 896 commercial establishments during the operation. giornalenews.it · www.sassarioggi.it
- [● 14 SOURCES] The Italian State Police arrested 575 adults and 69 minors during a nationwide operation. giornalenews.it · primacomo.it · www.sassarioggi.it · www.supertvoristano.it · www.giovannidonzelli.it · +8 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Arezzo province operation involved checking 177 minors and 2,796 adults. valdarnopost.it
- [● 9 SOURCES] Authorities seized 28 firearms and 210 bladed weapons. www.sassarioggi.it · www.espansionetv.it · www.persemprenews.it · www.supertvoristano.it · primacomo.it · +3 more
- [● 17 SOURCES] The operation resulted in 1,695 reports, including 373 minors. www.sardegnalive.net · www.sassarioggi.it · genovaquotidiana.com · www.persemprenews.it · www.supertvoristano.it · +10 more
- [● 21 SOURCES] The Italian State Police conducted a nationwide operation against youth crime over a two-week period. www.sardegnalive.net · www.persemprenews.it · www.supertvoristano.it · www.agrigentooggi.it · www.sassarioggi.it · +13 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In the Forlì-Cesena province, police seized approximately 100 grams of cocaine and cannabinoids. tr24.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] In Bologna, three youths were arrested for drug trafficking and aggravated robbery. tr24.it