The DZ Mafia, much more than just a simple criminal organization, asserts itself as a true drug trafficking cartel determined to conquer increasingly vast territories. With increasingly violent actions, this organization evokes a Mexicanization of crime in France, reminiscent of the practices of the most notorious Latin American mafias. Recent homicides, involving strictly speaking adolescents, underline the growing concern over the ambitions of this group. The DZ Mafia does not hesitate to employ hitmen who are getting younger, intensifying a spiral of violence that many find hard to understand.
A cartel in search of extended power
The DZ Mafia is in search of unlimited domination. From the Phocean city, this group no longer settles for operating locally. This cartel seeks to expand its illegal activities throughout France, targeting cities like Dijon or even Brussels, gradually gaining ground. Their dealing points are widening, and with them, the reach of their criminal network, redefining the contours of drug trafficking on a national scale.
An organization inspired by Mexican cartels
It is not coincidental that representatives of the DZ Mafia exhibit an exaltation that brings them closer to Mexican cartels. Evidence of this is the nickname given to one of their leaders, called Jalisco, in reference to a famous Mexican cartel. This phenomenon of Mexicanization of crime in Marseille is not limited to a simple cultural aspect, but takes the form of a transformation of operational methods. The practices of violence and intimidation steal the show and align with those used by ultra-violent cartels on Mexican soil.
Deadly operations orchestrated by youths
Another alarming point concerns the profile of the executors. The DZ Mafia resorts to young teenagers to carry out acts of unprecedented brutality. These hitmen, sometimes as young as 14 years old, reflect a disturbing normalization of crime in the neighborhoods. The highlighting of their actions critiques a youth plunged into a spiral of violence where the lure of gain overrides any moral conscience.
Tentacular but fragile networks
With their illegal activities, the leaders of the DZ Mafia have found themselves entrenched in a competitive world where each blow can be fatal. Despite their quest for power and wealth, they have not yet reached the political and economic support powers enjoyed by other mafias, such as the Camorra or the Italian mafia. The corruption surrounding these networks makes it a particularly delicate aspect because even if the DZ Mafia dreams of forming such an armada, it still faces limits that established mafias know how to exploit perfectly.
A humanitarian facade behind a warrior mask
Concerned about its image and legitimacy, the DZ Mafia attempts to forge a reputation for helping the most disadvantaged. Recently, members of the organization, masked, have sought to defend their position against accusations of homicides affecting innocents, like a humble VTC driver and father of three children. This denial of responsibility serves as a strategy to maintain the semblance of popularity in sensitive neighborhoods, a true paradox in light of the violent acts they perpetrate.
The DZ Mafia represents a Marseille cartel that projects itself into a hegemonic ambition reminiscent of the practices of criminal groups much more entrenched in violence. Each action, each murder, each additional dealing point marks one more step on a winding path toward unlimited power. By feeding off the image of Mexican cartels, this organization displays a determination that bodes ill for the future of Marseille and its borders. The younger generations, influenced by this model of illicit success, risk perpetuating this infernal spiral, transforming the Phocean city into a battleground where crime will reign supreme. Behind this facade of power and support, the reality is much darker: a society plagued by fear, violence, and despair in the face of a domination that seems determined to settle in for the long haul.
