Antonino Calderone

Italian mobster affiliated with Sicilian Mafia

Antonino Calderone - Italian mobster affiliated with Sicilian Mafia
Born

October 24th, 1935
90 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Italy

Links & References

Affiliated with the Sicilian Mafia, engaged in organized crime activities primarily in Sicily and other regions of Italy. Involvement in criminal enterprises included drug trafficking and extortion. Became a significant figure in the Mafia hierarchy, leading to participation in various illicit operations. Cooperated with law enforcement during the 1990s, providing insights into Mafia operations and structure, which contributed to the understanding of organized crime networks.

Testified against key Mafia figures

Involvement in extensive drug trafficking

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