During the night, a joint operation between Italian and Brazilian law enforcement agencies led to the arrest of 23 people, 5 in Italy and 18 in Brazil. Those arrested are linked to three criminal organizations dedicated to drug trafficking along the Atlantic route and money laundering.
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Internationally coordinated operation
The complex operation was the result of international cooperation that sees the District Anti-Mafia Directorate of the Turin Prosecutor's Office, the Carabinieri of the ROS and the Provincial Command of Turin at the forefront. On the other side, the Brazilian Federal Police and the Federal Public Minister of the districts of Paranà and Paraiba are involved. This collaboration has lasted since 2019 and aims to dismantle transnational drug trafficking networks.
The involvement of the 'Ndrangheta
Thanks to “Operation Samba,” authorities were able to unmask a vast criminal organization with ramifications in Piedmont and links to the 'Ndrangheta. This network specialized in transporting large quantities of cocaine from Latin America to Italy and Northern Europe, using cargo ships to mask its illegal activities.
Seizures in the province of Turin
Along with the arrests, the Carabinieri began the seizure of several properties and commercial establishments in the province of Turin, considered to be the result of illicit activities. The operation represents a severe blow to international drug trafficking, underlining the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies of different countries.
Article published on 10 December 2024 - 19:55
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The operation that led to the arrest of 23 people is a very important thing for the fight against drug trafficking. However, I wonder if they will really be able to stop all these criminal organizations that operate both in Italy and Brazil. We need to do more.