The Carabinieri of the Anti-Counterfeiting Command of Rome, in collaboration with Europol and the Maltese authorities, have dismantled a criminal network dedicated to the production and distribution of false documents and counterfeit banknotes.
The operation, coordinated by the District Anti-Mafia Directorate of Napoli, led to the arrest of 3 people and the issuing of 6 residence bans in the Campania Region.
The criminal group produced and distributed counterfeit passports, vehicle registration documents, identity documents, driver's licenses, and banknotes. The false documents were used to facilitate illegal immigration and launder stolen vehicles.
The investigations began in September 2020 and involved several Italian cities, including Naples, Salerno, Treviso, Bergamo and Pescara. The searches led to the seizure of numerous false documents and counterfeit banknotes for a total value of one million euros.
The operation represents a significant achievement in the fight against organized crime and the facilitation of illegal immigration. The criminal group consisted of both Italians and foreigners.
The fake documents were made with great skill and managed to pass the visual checks of the police officers. The fake banknotes were destined for the African market.
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