The Future of Cosa Nostra: Unraveling Messina Denaro's Legacy

 As Matteo Messina Denaro's health deteriorates, questions naturally arise about the fate of Cosa Nostra after his passing. What will become of his "legacy"? The collection of assets amassed over the years, only partially unearthed.

While doubts linger, the Palermo Prosecutor's Office presses on in its investigations to untangle the intricate web of contacts surrounding the Castelvetrano boss and to delineate the years of his long-standing fugitive status, which concluded only on January 16th at the "La Maddalena" clinic, where Messina Denaro sought treatment for his colon cancer.

Prosecutor Maurizio De Lucia provides an update on the latest investigative developments. Investigators are focused on the "pizzini" discovered in the boss's hideout in Campobello di Mazara. These messages are pivotal in reconstructing Denaro's daily life and accessing his secrets.

The hunt for accomplices and potential nominees of the boss continues tirelessly. They may be the ones concealing the treasures of Cosa Nostra's last notorious leader. De Lucia emphasizes that for years, Messina Denaro was shielded by many, and identifying the assets and accomplices becomes an increasingly challenging endeavor.

The arrest of Matteo Messina Denaro had raised hopes for revelations about countless murders and massacres perpetrated by Cosa Nostra. However, the boss declined cooperation and seems unwilling to make disclosures even on his deathbed.

Yet, De Lucia is categorical in underlining the pivotal significance of Messina Denaro's arrest. It demonstrates that the State is stronger than the mafia and marks a turning point within Cosa Nostra. With the arrest of the last universally recognized capo, it is decreed that there is no longer impunity within the criminal organization.

AFTER MESSINA DENARO. With Messina Denaro out of the picture, attention shifts to the internal organization of Cosa Nostra. Currently in a kind of stasis, members likely await the fate of their former leader. Once succession initiates, new figures will seek to fill his shoes, bringing with them critical issues concerning the control of his assets. This transition could also trigger internal clashes, necessitating a tactical repositioning within the criminal organization.