'Italian Stallion' MMA fighter jailed for drugs and firearms offences

'Italian Stallion' MMA fighter jailed for drugs and firearms offences

The middleman for an organised crime group nicknamed ‘The Italian Stallion’ has been jailed after being found guilty of conspiracy to sell or…

The 'Italian Stallion' MMA fighter's lucrative side hustle that led police to his door - Manchester Evening News

Pietro Menga's home was raided after he was identified from Encrochat messages discussing the large-scale sale of drugs

Former UFC signee Pietro Menga receives 15 years in jail for drugs and firearms

Pietro Menga | @italianomma, Instagram Pietro Menga is going to jail. On Tuesday, per the Greater Manchester Police, the former UFC signee received a 15 year and 5 month prison sentence after he plead guilty to conspiracy to sell or transfer prohibited weapons and conspiracy to supply cocaine. At one point considered to be a top flyweight prospect, Menga began his MMA career with 13 consecutive wins, catching the eyes of the UFC. Based in Manche…

Swinton MMA fighter jailed for over 15 years for drug and firearm offences

An MMA fighter known as the ‘Italian Stallion’ from Swinton has been sentenced to over 15 years for drug and firearm offences. Pietro Menga, 37, of Mount Street, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sell or transfer prohibited weapons and conspiracy to supply cocaine. Menga, who will serve 15 years and five months, was arrested on 15 January 2024 and worked as a middle man for an organised crime group, making commission by sourcing large quantities o…