German and Italian law enforcement authorities arrested multiple suspects associated with the Ndrangheta, a powerful organized crime group, for engaging in a complex fraud scheme involving high-value food items and pizza-making equipment. Approximately 40 raids, supported by Interpol, targeted areas in both countries. The suspects, including a police officer, fabricated companies to acquire expensive goods without payment, causing significant financial losses to suppliers. The criminal activities connected to this operation also included drug trafficking and tax evasion, showcasing the Ndrangheta's broad influence and criminal enterprise.
The raids involved extensive collaboration between German and Italian authorities, focusing on the Ndrangheta’s sophisticated fraud scheme that exploited the culinary sector, impacting Italian suppliers.
German prosecutors reported that suspects operated under false pretenses, ordering high-value food and pizza-making equipment while leaving suppliers to bear substantial financial losses amounting to hundreds of thousands.
This operation demonstrates the reach and influence of the Ndrangheta, not only in organized crime but in the legitimate business arena, highlighting their involvement in food fraud.
Arrests included a police officer, illustrating the deep infiltration of the Ndrangheta in various sectors of society, raising concerns about corruption and law enforcement complicity.
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