Same thing happened in this country with the mafia.
During the 20's or 30's IRC. The aftermath of disastrous storm that hit the Southeast U.S. coast and the Keys. Killed and injured many, and the East Coat mafia were among the first to get aid, food, water and medical supplies into the damaged areas.
Janet Reno's mother was one who asked for their help as she knew whom to contact.
IRC, is still the lowest barometer reading ever for a hurricane.
Bodies washed back into shore for weeks if not months. Many were never found.
