# Italian political-mafia electoral exchange investigation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-political-mafia-electoral-exchange-investigation
> Updated: 2026-10-09T04:54:15.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Former Marigliano mayor Antonio Carpino has begun serving a definitive prison sentence of 5 years and 4 months. The sentence follows an irrevocable conviction by the Court of Cassation regarding political-mafia electoral exchange.

The case, investigated by the Naples District Anti-Mafia Directorate, centered on the 2015 administrative elections. Investigators established a network of illicit relationships between Carpino and criminal elements in the Pontecitra district, where electoral support was allegedly exchanged for money, economic interests, and promises of employment.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Marigliano: Former Mayor Antonio Carpino begins prison sentence

Former Marigliano mayor Antonio Carpino has begun serving a 5-year, 4-month prison sentence for political-mafia electoral exchange following a final ruling by the Court of Cassation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marigliano-former-mayor-antonio-carpino-begins-prison-sentence

### 2026-09-28: Cancello ed Arnone Mayor under investigation for corruption

Italian prosecutors are investigating the Mayor of Cancello ed Arnone and several officials for alleged corruption, extortion, and using public jobs and contracts to secure political consensus.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cancello-ed-arnone-mayor-investigated-for-corruption-and-electoral-fraud

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