Organized Crime: The Gambino Family (8/11/24)
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Organized Crime: The Gambino Family (8/11/24)
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The Gambino crime family is one of the "Five Families" that dominate organized crime activities in New York City, part of the larger American Mafia or Cosa Nostra. The family...
show moreNamed after Carlo Gambino, who became the boss in 1957, the family became one of the most powerful and influential crime organizations in the U.S. under his leadership. The Gambino family has a long history of violence, internal power struggles, and conflict with law enforcement. Over the years, it has been involved in numerous high-profile criminal cases, including the assassination of mob bosses and cooperation with other crime families.
The family gained widespread public attention in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly under the leadership of John Gotti, who was known as "The Dapper Don" for his flamboyant style and "The Teflon Don" because charges against him often didn't stick, thanks to jury tampering and witness intimidation. Gotti’s eventual conviction in 1992 marked a significant blow to the Gambino family.
Despite law enforcement crackdowns and internal strife, the Gambino crime family continues to be active, though its influence has waned compared to its peak during the mid-20th century. The family is still involved in various illegal activities, but its operations are more low-key compared to its more notorious past.
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