Tragic death of woman who testified against father in notorious mafia murder of mother
Denise Cosco testified against the powerful 'Ndrangheta clan and her own father over the murder of her mother in Italy.
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Notable Quotes
"a profound wound for the entire country"
— Enza Rando , Politician
"The mafia, it's not just something physical."
— Francesca Rispoli , Activist
"Denise's entire life revolved between the two extremes of courage and suffering."
— Luigi Ciotti , Activist
Key People
Denise Cosco testified against her father in a high-profile mafia murder case involving her mother.
Enza Rando is a senator and anti-mafia lawyer who represented Denise Cosco.
Francesca Rispoli is co-president of the anti-mafia organization Libera.
Lea Garofalo was a victim of mafia violence and became a symbol of resistance after turning witness for the state.
Luigi Ciotti is the president of the anti-mafia organization Libera.
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Denise Cosco testified against the powerful 'Ndrangheta clan and her own father over the murder of her mother in Italy.
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