Rome [Italy], May 22: Italian police have carried out two large-scale raids against organized crime, investigators said on Wednesday.
As part of an operation called Millennium, the Carabinieri targeted a total of 97 suspects who are members of important 'Ndrangheta clans.
The suspects are accused of controlling illegal drug imports from South America via the Italian port of Gioia Tauro, with the help of harbour employees.
In addition to drug trafficking, the accusations against them include extortion, kidnapping, election manipulation and arms trafficking. Two companies - a catering business and a construction company - were seized as a precautionary measure, as they were allegedly used for illegal Mafia business.
The raids took place in Milan, Rome and Bologna, among other places. (DPA)
Source: Qatar Tribune
