19 Milan Soccer Ultras Arrested for Mafia Ties and Extortion

Italian police uncover deep criminal infiltration in fan clubs of Inter Milan and AC Milan, involving the 'Ndrangheta mafia.

Italian authorities arrested 19 prominent ultra fans from Inter Milan and AC Milan, linking them to the 'Ndrangheta mafia.
Suspects face charges including criminal association, extortion, and assault, with allegations of running ticket scams and protection rackets.
The investigation revealed that fan clubs had turned into crime gangs, exploiting business activities around the San Siro stadium.
AC Milan and Inter Milan are considered victims in the probe and are urged to reassess their dealings with fan groups to prevent future criminal infiltration.
The arrests follow the murder of mafia figure Antonio Bellocco, allegedly by an Inter Milan ultra leader, highlighting the violent undercurrents in these fan groups.