Notorious Mafia Boss Captured at Coastal Villa After Lengthy Manhunt
Roberto Mazzarella, leader of a Camorra crime clan, was arrested on murder charges after evading authorities for over a year at a luxury villa on Italy's Amalfi coast.
Roberto Mazzarella, the notorious head of a Camorra crime syndicate, has been arrested by Italian authorities after more than a year on the run. Mazzarella, who was wanted for murder charges, was apprehended at a luxury villa along the picturesque Amalfi coast, police announced on Saturday.
The Mazzarella clan is one of the most dangerous organized crime groups in the Campania region, known for their involvement in drug trafficking, extortion, and other illicit activities. Mazzarella, the group's leader, had been evading capture since early 2025 when he was linked to a high-profile murder investigation.
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According to investigators, Mazzarella had been hiding out in the exclusive coastal town of Positano, living in a lavish villa that overlooked the sparkling Mediterranean. Italian police, working with international partners, were able to track Mazzarella's movements and ultimately apprehend him at the property without incident.
Source: The Guardian
