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Murray Humphreys, a name known to some mob enthusiasts, The Camel, The Brainy Hood, Mr. Einstein, or as Al Capone referred to him, “The Hump” was a criminal genius for the Chicago mob. Astonishingly, after Capone’s death, he assumed power in the Chicago Outfit alongside, Francesco “Frank the enforcer” Nitti…....
The year 1989 found Michael Liguori and this author residing in the Queens House of Detention located in Kew Gardens, Queens. After being denied at two previous bail hearings, we had one more chance at freedom. If denied again, we would remain incarcerated until the end of our trial. Ultimately,…...
Forgive yourself for not having the foresight to know what now seems so obvious in hindsight – Judy Belmont Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forward -Soren Kierkegaard Back in time If I had the ability to go back in time, what would I tell…...
“The word Mafia is a literary creation, while the true Mafiosi are simply called men of honor…As a whole, this association is called Cosa Nostra.” – Tommaso Buscetta Merriam-Webster definition of “Honorable” – deserving of respect or high regard : deserving of honor Recruitment By the age of fifteen, Tommaso Buscetta came to…...
Part 4 New Jersey Michael “The Boxer” Liguori’s father drove us to a New Jersey social club belonging to, Robert “Bobby Cabert” Bisaccia a caporegime with the Gambino crime family. An entertaining detail is when Bobby Cabert tried questioning this author with good intentions to offer help. Yet, wisely needing…...
Part 3 https://sitdownnews.com/brains-behind-the-gotti-crew-2/ The FBI Document In an FBI investigation targeting the Gotti crew for narcotics trafficking, it became apparent a handwritten affidavit went missing. Specifically, the document contained authorization for the Angelo “Quack-Quack” Ruggiero wire-tap. A high-echelon informant disclosed where the affidavit could be found. Consequently, a raid was…...
Part 2 https://sitdownnews.com/brains-behind-the-gotti-crew/ The Pinch In 1981, the FBI geared up for an intensive investigation into the Gotti crew, specifically targeting, Angelo Ruggiero. Around-the-clock surveillance along with a strategically placed bug in Angelo’s house manifested into racketeering and narcotics conspiracy indictments. By August of 1983, teams of FBI agents swept…...
Part 1 Anthony “Tony” Moscatiello had a long history with the Gambino [borgata] dating back to the ’70s. Forming close personal friendships with John Gotti and his up-and-coming crew within the Gambino crime family. Conversely, Tony possessed something setting him apart from his peers, a college education. Beneath the surface…...
Part 4 The Chief As previously stated, Johnny Santore ventured into the neighborhood and would always come around looking for me. He made rounds visiting everyone who mattered to him, especially his Aunt and uncle who was like his parents. One afternoon, I asked John for a lift to the…...
Part 3 Dangerous Horseplay Adolescence brings forth foolish innocence in most of us and this author was no different. Over a certain period of time, I got to know John and felt more comfortable in his presence. Important to note, he was not your typical ‘big brother’ type of guy…....
