'Ndrangheta Crime Syndicate Members Sentenced in Historic Italian Mafia Trial

Over 200 members of the powerful 'Ndrangheta crime syndicate, including influential politicians and law enforcement officials, receive prison sentences in a significant blow to the Mafia's grip on southern Italy.

An Italian court has sentenced 207 members of the 'Ndrangheta crime syndicate to a combined total of 2,100 years in prison, marking a significant blow to the Mafia in southern Italy.
The 'Ndrangheta, based in the southern Italian city of Vibo Valentia, has strong links to criminal organizations in the United States and elsewhere, and is known for its control over much of Europe's cocaine trade.
The trial also resulted in prison sentences for a former member of Italy’s Parliament, a lieutenant in the Carabinieri, Italy’s military police force, and an official with the local finance police, highlighting the Mafia's deep ties to local politics and institutions.
Despite the significant sentences, the trial also resulted in the acquittals of some members of local institutions, including a mayor and some local police officials.
The 'Ndrangheta is considered one of the most dangerous criminal organizations in Europe, with deep connections globally, including ties to South American drug lords and associates in about 50 countries.

South China Morning Post