Multiple Associates And Members Of The Gambino's Get Indicted On RICO Charges (11/10/23)
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Multiple Associates And Members Of The Gambino's Get Indicted On RICO Charges (11/10/23)
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The Gambino crime family is one of the "Five Families" that dominate organized crime activities in New York City, particularly in the Italian-American Mafia. Named after its founder, Salvatore "Toto"...
show more- Formation and Early Years: The family was officially formed in 1957 after the Apalachin meeting, where Mafia leaders from across the United States were arrested. Carlo Gambino became the boss and led the family until his death in 1976.
- Carlo Gambino: Under Carlo Gambino's leadership, the family became one of the most powerful and influential Mafia families in the United States. He was known for his low-key, strategic approach, and the family thrived during his tenure.
- Paul Castellano: After Carlo Gambino's death, Paul Castellano took over as the boss. However, his leadership was controversial and led to internal strife within the family.
- John Gotti: John Gotti orchestrated the assassination of Paul Castellano in 1985 and assumed control of the family. Gotti's flamboyant style and media exposure earned him the nickname "The Teflon Don." He was eventually convicted in 1992 on various charges, including murder and racketeering.
- Decline and Fragmentation: After Gotti's imprisonment, the Gambino family faced internal conflicts and increased law enforcement scrutiny. The leadership changed hands several times, and the family's power diminished.
- Recent Years: The Gambino crime family, like other Mafia organizations, has seen a decline in recent years due to increased law enforcement efforts, internal conflicts, and changes in criminal enterprises. The organization still exists, but its influence has waned compared to its heyday.
In this episode we take a look at the latest scheme gone wrong for the Gambino's and who has been caught up in it.
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Feds hit 10 alleged mobsters from the Gambino crime family with racketeering charges (nypost.com)
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