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The Camorra (Italian:; Neapolitan:) is an Italian Mafia-type criminal organization and criminal society originating in the region of Campania. It is one of the oldest and largest criminal organizations in Italy, dating to the 17th century. The Camorra's organizational structure is divided into individual groups called "clans".
May 19, 2024 · Camorra, Italian secret society of criminals that grew to power in Naples during the 19th century. Its origins are uncertain, but it may have existed in Spain as early as the 15th century and been transported thence to Italy.
Apr 5, 2021 · The Camorra is a ruthlessly violent criminal powerhouse in Italy. Santino notes that the Camorra boasts around 7,000 members among its 145 clans. Its control of the trade in drugs like cocaine and heroin has made the Camorra the most successful and most feared criminal organization in Italy.
Jul 17, 2019 · The Italian city of Naples has long been the stronghold of its own brand of mafia known as the Camorra. But according to some, its dominance has now been overtaken by the presence of “baby gangs”.
Nov 16, 2018 · In real life, the Camorra — Naples’ version of the mafia, a term that technically only refers to organized crime groups in Sicily — has a history going back centuries, says John Dickie, a ...
Mar 16, 2023 · An Italian court on Wednesday sentenced Camorra boss Maria Licciardi, one of the few women to lead a mafia clan, to almost 13 years in prison, media reports said.
May 18, 2018 · Camorra (kəmôr´ə), Italian secret criminal association in Naples. Of controversial origin, it first came to light in 1830. Its activities spread by intimidation, blackmail, and bribery until Naples was controlled by it.
