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Italian Authorities Arrest 13 in Major Chinese Crime Bust

8/7/2025

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In a bold crackdown on Chinese organized crime, Italian authorities arrested 13 individuals, dismantling a vast network involved in drug trafficking, exploitation, and a staggering $3.9 billion tax fraud scheme. The operation spanned 25 provinces, revealing the urgent need to combat the rising influence of these criminal networks in Italy.

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In a bold crackdown on Chinese organized crime, Italian authorities arrested 13 individuals, dismantling a vast network involved in drug trafficking, exploitation, and a staggering $3.9 billion tax fraud scheme. The operation spanned 25 provinces, revealing the urgent need to combat the rising influence of these criminal networks in Italy.