Police Seize Olive Companies Allegedly Owned by Sicilian Boss of Bosses
Police in Sicily seized four olive companies, including farmland and villas allegedly owned by Matteo Messina Denaro , the powerful Cosa Nostra boss on the run since 1993. Prosecutors allege that a Denaro confidant was listed as the owner of the businesses -- as well as 108 properties, plus vehicles and bank accounts. 2001 magazine that gave Denaro national renown. The property, based in western Sicily, was confiscated yesterday and is believed to be Denaro’s power base. It has an estimated worth of around $14 million. Matteo Messina Denaro is Italy’s most-wanted fugitive. He's been on the lam for nearly 25 years and is considered one of the most powerful bosses in the Sicilian Cosa Nostra.