Episode 227: The dramatic capture of mafia 'boss of bosses' Matteo Messina Denaro
Crime World24 Jan 2023

Episode 227: The dramatic capture of mafia 'boss of bosses' Matteo Messina Denaro

HE was the notorious Cosa Nostra boss who lived in hiding for 30 years and who was responsible for terrorist atrocities against Italy. Matteo Messina Denaro was amongst a group of violent mafia bosses who hit back at Italian magistrates, their families and body guards with lethal bomb attacks during the early 1990s when the brave judges took on the notorious criminal organisation.For decades, he was hunted to no avail, but this month he was dramatically arrested in Palermo as he made his way to a cancer clinic.So who is Denaro and what is the significance of his arrest for the people of Sicily and southern Italy?Nicola Tallant chats with Dr Anna Sergi, a Professor of criminology and organised crime at the University of Essex, the author of a number of books about the mob, including her latest 'Chasing the Mafia'.She describes Denaro's background, his violent life, his incredible capture and the secrets he may take to his grave.

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Episode 1283: Gangland hitman ‘Frog Eyes’ took cocaine shortly before prison death

Episode 1283: Gangland hitman ‘Frog Eyes’ took cocaine shortly before prison death

Gangland killer David ’Frog Eyes’ Stanners had cocaine in his bloodstream when he was found dead in Mountjoy Prison, an inquest has heard.Stanners died in the Dublin jail more than 20 years after taking part in one of Limerick’s most infamous feud murders.Niall talks to Eimear Rabbitt about the death of a gangland gunman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Nov 13min

Episode 1282: Conor McGregor sues Sky News over ‘rapist’ claim

Episode 1282: Conor McGregor sues Sky News over ‘rapist’ claim

Conor McGregor is suing Sky News for defamation, claiming he was called a rapist by one of their reporters.The case centres around a question posed to the UFC fighter as he walked out of court after losing a civil trial to Nikita Hand.Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about the court hearing and McGregor’s other legal actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Nov 21min

Episode 1281: Q&A Part 2 - The trial of Sean McGovern and gangland tales from the Celtic Tiger

Episode 1281: Q&A Part 2 - The trial of Sean McGovern and gangland tales from the Celtic Tiger

The crime boss who is Nicola's desert island dream guest, the Kinahans' conversion to Islam ,and Niall's favourite gangster. Nicola and Niall answer your questions in part two of the latest Crime World Q&A. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Nov 33min

Episode 1280: Q&A Part 1 - The Monk's by-election bid and the Kinahans converting to Islam

Episode 1280: Q&A Part 1 - The Monk's by-election bid and the Kinahans converting to Islam

The crime boss who is Nicola's desert island dream guest, the Kinahans' conversion to Islam, and Niall's favourite gangster. Nicola and Niall answer your questions in part one of the latest Crime World Q&A. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Nov 31min

Episode 1279: Maurice Sines and his links to Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh

Episode 1279: Maurice Sines and his links to Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh

A jewellery store heist has reportedly put a bounty on the heads of four robbers and now a court has heard that the true owner of the targeted watch shop is none other than notorious caravan park operator and Kinahan associate Maurice Sines.So the question is: did the accused men bite off more than they could chew when they put this plan together? And why, according to their defence team, would Maurice Sines be the secret owner of a business described as a front for money laundering?Nicola talks to Niall Donald to take a closer look at Sines — and his connection to Thomas “Bomber” Kavanagh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Nov 15min

Episode 1278: Trio arrested over alleged $100k bribe attempt targeting juror in Kinahan-linked coke haul

Episode 1278: Trio arrested over alleged $100k bribe attempt targeting juror in Kinahan-linked coke haul

A US case involving boxer Goran Gogic is heading to trial over allegations he took part in a scheme to smuggle large quantities of cocaine into Europe. The proceedings were delayed after authorities uncovered a plan to bribe a juror with an offer of $100,000.The extraordinary circumstances emerged after three men linked to the mafia were bugged discussing how to get the juror the bribe money.The Kinahan Cartel were believed to be part of the conglomerate who attempted to ship $1 billion worth of cocaine to Europe- this became the load at the centre of the trial.Nicola talks with Niall Donald about the plot which was hatched and botched. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 Nov 12min

Episode 1277: Will Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch seek Dáil seat for a second time?

Episode 1277: Will Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch seek Dáil seat for a second time?

As TD Paschal Donohoe announces his step away from policies and the Dáil, who will seek election to his vacant seat and will Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch return as a candidate?Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about The Monk and a possible second chance at the Dáil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 Nov 15min

Episode 1276: Ireland's killer women (Part 2)

Episode 1276: Ireland's killer women (Part 2)

They are Ireland’s female lifers - women who have been committed to jail for murder.As Ruth Lawrence settles into her life sentence for the murder of Anthony Keegan and Eoin O’Connor, Eamon Dillon is looking at the women with whom she will be doing porridge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Nov 21min

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