Industrialist Ferdinando Buzzi Arrested in Milan
Milan, January 30, 1926 – Ferdinando Buzzi, an industrialist originally from Tesserete, was arrested yesterday evening in Milan at his offices located at Via Orti 14. The arrest is connected to an alleged scheme involving the purchase of stolen tax stamps, as reported by Milanese newspapers.
Initial reports from the Milanese press indicated that Mr. Buzzi was apprehended during an undercover operation while attempting to acquire 50,000 lire worth of tax stamps, believed by the Milan Police Headquarters to be of stolen origin. The “Corriere della Sera” further added that a search of Buzzi’s offices led to the discovery of various merchandise, including furs, silks, and toys, valued at over 200,000 lire, alongside several packets of cocaine.
Police Operation and Interrogations
“La Sera” provided additional details regarding the police operation. Authorities were aware of a large consignment of stolen tax stamps being trafficked in Milan and had set up surveillance. Following the detainment of an individual, police learned that a significant transaction for stolen tax stamps was scheduled to take place on Thursday evening at Ferdinando Buzzi’s office.
Around 8:00 PM on Thursday, police raided Buzzi’s office, surprising him in conversation with a man identified as Biagio Conte. Conte was found to be in possession of an assortment of tax stamps valued at 51,000 lire. Both Buzzi and Conte were immediately arrested.
According to the newspaper, both suspects have vehemently denied all charges during their interrogations. Investigations into the matter are ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full extent of the alleged criminal activities.
Wider Implications and Ongoing Investigations
The arrest of a prominent industrialist on such serious charges has drawn considerable attention in Milan. The discovery of a wide range of goods, in addition to the suspected stolen tax stamps and cocaine, suggests a potentially larger illicit operation.
Police officials have not yet released further details regarding the origins of the stolen tax stamps or the source of the other confiscated items. The focus of the ongoing investigation is to determine the network involved in these illegal activities and to bring all responsible parties to justice.
The case highlights the efforts of Milanese authorities to combat organized crime and illicit trade within the city. The outcome of the ongoing interrogations and further police inquiries is eagerly awaited by the public and media alike.
This incident is part of a broader context of news from January 30, 1926, which also included reports on a train derailment in Montereau, Switzerland, and various updates from the Swiss Confederation.
