Naples – Twelve reduced sentences, six confirmed and a total fine of 30.833 euros. This is the verdict issued by the Sixth Section of the Court of Appeal of Naples in the trial involving 18 defendants.
There are daughters, granddaughters and loyal followers of the Casalesi clan, as part of a major operation by the Carabinieri of the provincial command of Caserta, coordinated by the DDA of Naples. The investigation shed light on the reorganization of the Schiavone and Bidognetti factions, historical souls of the Caserta criminal association.
Among those convicted, names closely linked to the history of the clan stand out. Giovanni Della Corte, one of the bosses, saw his sentence reduced to 15 years and 1 month in prison, with a fine of 13.100 euros. Katia Bidognetti, daughter of the boss Francesco Bidognetti, was sentenced to 9 years in prison, while Teresa Bidognetti, another member of the family, received a sentence of 5 years and a fine of 1.000 euros. Giosuè Fioretto and Nicola Kader Sergio also had their sentences reduced, to 9 years and 8 months and 9 years and 5 months in prison, respectively.
The first-degree convictions were instead confirmed for other defendants, including Franco Bianco, known as “Mussuli”, sentenced to 10 years in prison, and Francesco Cerullo, alias “Ciccio”, who was given an 8-year prison sentence. Cerullo also had the confiscation of 58.650 euros revoked. Carlo D'Angiolella, on the other hand, was acquitted of the charge of mafia association but sentenced to 4 years for aggravated receiving stolen goods.
In addition to the prison sentences, the Court established compensation for damages for the civil parties, including associations and the municipalities of Casal di Principe and Castel Volturno, for a total of 945.000 euros. A symbolic, but significant, figure for territories historically marked by the presence of the clan.
The trial highlighted how the Casalesi clan continues to regenerate itself, passing the baton to new generations. Daughters, grandchildren and loyal followers perpetuate rites and logics of power, demonstrating a resilience that resists police operations and convictions. A criminal system that, despite the blows inflicted by justice, still seems far from being eradicated.
Article published on 6 February 2025 - 19:45
