Salvatore Riina
Italian mob boss and criminal leader

Born
November 16th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
2017
8 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Led the Sicilian Mafia, also known as Cosa Nostra, during the 1980s and 1990s. Played a significant role in orchestrating numerous murders, including those of high-profile political figures and law enforcement officers. Influenced the mafia's operations in narcotics trafficking and extortion. Established a reputation for extreme violence and intimidation tactics to maintain control over territories. Arrested in 1993 and later convicted on multiple charges, including murder and conspiracy.
Led Cosa Nostra during the 1980s and 1990s
Orchestrated the murders of Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino
Convicted for multiple crimes including murder
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