Bologna. 21 precautionary measures against a criminal association dedicated to drug dealing

The State Police carries out 21 precautionary measures against a Dominican criminal association that had introduced large quantities of cocaine into the national territory, seized during the course of the investigations.

The State Police of Bologna, coordinated by the Central Anti-Crime Directorate - Central Operational Service, has carried out, as part of a complex investigation activity directed by the District Anti-Mafia Prosecutor of Bologna, has carried out no. 21 precautionary measures for the crimes of criminal conspiracy aimed at drug trafficking, detention for large quantities of drugs and money laundering.

The recipients of the restrictive measure, of which no. 4 are women, they are mainly of Dominican nationality, one of Albanian nationality and the remaining of Italian nationality. 

The Dominican organization was supplied by the country of origin with large quantities of cocaine which was hidden inside raw bovine hides on board containers which had as recipients an Italian company specifically set up for this illicit purpose.

As part of the investigative activity, starting from February 2022, the State Police carried out numerous searches against the Dominican criminal organization, seizing a total of 745 kg of cocaine, hidden inside raw cattle hide, packaged in loaves identical to each other in appearance, size and weight (about 500 grams each).

The search operations carried out at the places of residence of the suspects, in addition to the seizure of various cars, made it possible to seize large sums of money.

The economic value of the seized cocaine is quantifiable at 61 million euros retail.

The collaboration of the Central Anti-Drug Services Directorate and the Customs Agency was invaluable. 

Further details will be provided during the press conference scheduled for 11:00 at the Bologna Police Headquarters in the presence of the Central Anti-Crime Director of the State Police, Prefect Francesco Messina.

Bologna. 21 precautionary measures against a criminal association dedicated to drug dealing