A frightening procession took place in downtown Palermo from a criminal's funeral

The funeral of mafia boss Emanuele Rubino in Palermo turned into a show of force, causing panic among locals and tourists. Rubino, who died at 36 while under house arrest, had a criminal history including extortion and attempted murder. Over a hundred people attended the funeral, disrupting the city with motorcycles, fireworks, and intimidation tactics. Local businesses were forced to close, and the police struggled to control the situation. Residents expressed fear and anger over the mafia's influence, prompting responses from local politicians who condemned the event and emphasized the need to prevent mafia control in the city.