Salvatore Aquino

Salvatore Aquino
Born(1944-02-28)February 28, 1944
DiedFebruary 18, 2025(2025-02-18) (aged 80)
Marina di Gioiosa Ionica, Italy
Other names"Turi"
Years active1970s–1999
Organization'Ndrangheta
Known forBoss of the Aquino 'ndrina, involvement in drug trafficking and cigarette smuggling
OpponentMazzaferro clan
Board member ofCamera di Controllo (member)
Criminal statusConvicted
Convictions13 February 1999
Criminal chargeCriminal association, international drug trafficking
Penalty15 years imprisonment
Details
CountryItaly

Salvatore Aquino (29 February 1944 – 18 February 2025), also known as "Turi", was an Italian criminal and a member of the 'Ndrangheta in Calabria, in southern Italy. He was the boss of the Aquino 'ndrina from Marina di Gioiosa Ionica and closely related to Giuseppe Coluccio, a key intermediary in the intercontinental drug trade.