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Italian Police Break Up €30 Million Email Scam Ring

12/12/2025

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  • On December 11, 2025, Italian police dismantled an international criminal organization that defrauded about €30 million.
  • The probe began after the Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore reported an email scam.
  • Criminals impersonated a restoration company, causing losses of nearly €1.8 million.
  • Authorities recovered about €300,000, leaving a shortfall of roughly €1.5 million.