Priest Targeted in Mafia Poisoning Plot in Italy

Father Felice Palamara narrowly avoids ingesting bleach-laced communion wine after speaking out against the 'Ndrangheta mafia.

A suspected mafia hitman attempted to poison Father Felice Palamara by adding bleach to communion wine during Mass in Cessaniti, Italy.
Father Palamara, known for speaking out against the 'Ndrangheta mafia, noticed the strange smell and halted the service, avoiding ingestion.
The 'Ndrangheta, a powerful criminal organization in Calabria, is believed to have targeted Palamara in retaliation for his denunciations.
In addition to the poisoning attempt, Father Palamara and other local priests have faced threats, including death threats and vandalism.
Local authorities dissolved the town council last August due to suspicions of mafia infiltration, highlighting the organization's influence.