Mistaken identity: Man sentenced to 13 years for attempted murder in botched mafia hit

An Ontario resident linked to the MS-13 gang has been sentenced to over 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempting to murder a 78-year-old man in Laval in 2023 while targeting Montreal Mafia leader Francesco (Chit) Del Balso. The individual’s actions were part of a larger criminal scheme that involved targeting Del Balso, showcasing the violent nature of gang activity in the region. This case highlights the ongoing threat posed by organized crime groups like MS-13 in Canadian communities.

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