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About Paolo Borsellino
Paolo Borsellino was a popular Italian prosecuting magistrate and judge who was widely admired for his battles against the Sicilian Mafia group. He would be remembered for his role in the Maxi Trial, which is arguably the most notable trial against the mafia group. He was one of the leaders of the hearing which saw over 335 members of the crime organization convicted.
War against the Sicilian Mafia
Borsellino began investigating the group in the 1970s. By the end of 1980, he had arrested close to ten members of the organization. He was also assigned to investigate into the murder of Emanuele Basile, an Italian captain.
He later joined the Antimafia Pool investigating group where he had a close look at the links and works of the crime body. In 1986, he was named as the head of Marsala’s Public Prosecution Office.
Family
He was the brother of politician and activist Rita Borsellino.
Death
Borsellino was killed in the Via D'Amelio bombing which was masterminded by members of Sicilian Mafia group.
Fun Facts
He had a good relationship with fellow magistrate Giovanni Falcone.
Giuseppe Fiorello, an Italian actor, portrayed his character in the Fiorella Infascelli-directed film titled “Era d'estate”, which was released in 2015.
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F.A.Q. about Paolo Borsellino
When is his birthday?
Paolo Borsellino's birthday is on January 19, 1940.
In how many days is his birthday?
Paolo's birthday is in 297 days
How old was Paolo when he died?
He was 52 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 19, 1992.
How old would he be today?
Paolo Borsellino would be 84 years old if he was alive today.