Tag:

Loansharking

5, Including Ex-NYPD Cop, Nabbed For Illegal Online Sports Betting Operation: DA 5, Including Ex-NYPD Cop, Nabbed For Illegal Online Sports Betting Operation: DA
5, Including Ex-nypd Cop, Nabbed For Illegal Online Sports Betting Operation: DA Five individuals, including a former New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer, were indicted following an investigation into an alleged illegal online sports betting ring. Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced on Thursday, Nov. 7 that the news comes after a 14-month investigation involving wiretaps and surveillance.  The investigation, which began in July 2023, allegedly uncovered an illegal sportsbook operation running from September 2023 to April 2024. According to the indictment, Anthony Pellegrino, age 59, of Merrick, set up online accounts for his asso…
Seven From Westchester Among 12 Gambino Crime Family Members Charged By Feds Seven From Westchester Among 12 Gambino Crime Family Members Charged By Feds
Seven From Westchester Among 12 Gambino Crime Family Members Charged By Feds Seven Westchester residents are among 12 alleged members of the Gambino Crime Family facing charges for a host of crimes that includes racketeering conspiracy, bribery, loansharking, fraud, obstruction of justice and other offenses. Federal officials charged Andrew Campos, an alleged captain in the Gambino organized crime family of La Cosa Nostra; James Ciaccia, George Campos, Vincent Fiore, and Richard Martino, alleged Gambino family soldiers; and Renato Barca, Jr., Benito DiZenzo, Mark Kocaj, Frank Tarul, and Michael Tarul, alleged Gambino family associates for alleged crimes dating back t…
Colombo Family Captain's GPS Device Used To Track Girlfriend Leads To Arrests Of 11 Mobsters Colombo Family Captain's GPS Device Used To Track Girlfriend Leads To Arrests Of 11 Mobsters
Colombo Family Captain's GPS Device Used To Track Girlfriend Leads To Arrests Of 11 Mobsters Twenty people, including 11 members of the Colombo crime family, are facing a host of charges that include racketeering, extortion, sports bribery, and loansharking. Federal officials announced that three indictments were unsealed that charged Joseph Amato, an alleged captain in the Colombo organized crime family of La Cosa Nostra, as well as Daniel Capaldo and Thomas Scorcia, alleged Colombo family members; and Joseph Amato, Jr. and Anthony Silvestro, alleged Colombo family associates.  For a rundown of all 20 facing charges, click here. The alleged criminal activities detailed in the…