After he turned informant, he told prosecutors: âIâm an animal.
I worked all my life for Cosa Nostra. I have killed more than 150
people. I canât even remember all their names.â
His release has caused distress among relatives of the victims of Cosa Nostra and politicians who claim Brusca has never shown real evidence of having repented for his atrocities, citing his controversial record as a stateâs witness.
âOn a human level, this is news that pains me. But the law on the reduction of sentences for the collaboration of mafiosi is a law my brother wanted, and therefore it must be respected,â Maria Falcone, the sister of Giovanni Falcone, told ANSA. âI only hope the judiciary and police will be vigilant, with extreme attention, in order to avert the risk that he commit crimes again.ââ