Germany and Italy arrest more than 30 in Mafia food fraud sweep | News

German police officer among those held in raids against the ‘Ndrangheta over sales of expensive food and equipment.

German and Italian authorities have arrested dozens of suspects, including a policeman, in raids against the ‘Ndrangheta criminal organisation over fraud involving the sale of expensive food and pizza-making equipment.

The ‘Ndrangheta is considered Italy’s wealthiest and most powerful Mafia and is also heavily involved in drug trafficking, controlling the bulk of cocaine…