Brains Behind The Gotti Crew-Pt.2

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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…...

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Brains behind the Gotti Crew-Pt.1

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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…...

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Ultimate Gangster-Pt.4

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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…...

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Ultimate Gangster-Pt.3

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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…....

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Ultimate Gangster-Pt.2

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Part 2 Mad Hatter or Chef Over a certain period of time, I got to know Johnny Santore. He was easy to idolize at my impressionable young age. One night, he even had the opportunity to watch me at my house during which he asked me several times what I…...

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Ultimate Gangster-Pt.1

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Part 1 John “Johnny” Santore was a gangster by every possible definition of the word. Generally speaking, the streets were replete with tough guys, however; in this author’s opinion, John was one of the toughest. Hailing from East New York, Brooklyn his dangerous reputation preceded him. His barrel-chested swagger sent…...

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Racism with the Mob

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“I also don’t believe in drugs. For years, I paid my people extra so they wouldn’t do that kind of business…I want to control it as a business, to keep it respectable…my city, we would keep the traffic in the dark people; the colored. Their animals anyway so let them…...

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The Frugal Lucchese Underboss

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SELFISHNESS: Selfishness is being concerned excessively or exclusively, for oneself or one’s own advantages, pleasure, or welfare, regardless of others. -Wikipedia Mob Realtors In 2001, Ray Argentina, Louis “Louie Jet” Gampero, and others decided to enter the real estate business. There was no oddity in a group or team undertaking…...

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John (Junior) Gotti Plays Queen For A Day

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Queen for the day is a written agreement between Federal prosecutors and individuals under criminal investigation or charged with a crime. Ultimately, entering such an agreement yields information given through a proffer session. Speaking to the government regarding their knowledge of crimes under immunity. In attendance, would be their attorney,…...

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Catholic Church vexed with Cosa Nostra

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Religious Preference Whether one believes in Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, or Buddhism all are preferential or cultural upbringings. Catholicism goes back to the Roman Empire for Italians and of course for the people of Sicily. This author heard of his baptism, remembered his communion and confirmation. My grandparents were churchgoers…...

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