Dozens arrested in huge anti-mafia operation. 55people in dawn raids in which they also staged searches for weapons and drugs.

Suspects accused of crimes including mafia association, extortion and narcotics trafficking, with the possession of weapons of war and explosives aggravating factors. Some 500 officers were involved in the operation in the Sicilian province of Caltanissetta, sources said. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © Copyright ANSA, 2013. All rights reserved.