Feds ID New England Mafia Leaders
For the first time ever, the federal government is naming who officials believe is running the New England Mafia, and as Fox Undercover earlier reported that leadership team is in Massachusetts.
The revelation came out in court documents as the former boss of the New England mob, Luigi "Baby Shanks" Manocchio pleaded not guilty to extortion and conspiracy charges in Rhode Island.
Federal prosecutors in Rhode Island filed paperwork to keep Manocchio locked up while he waits to go on trial.
Part of their argument is that Manocchio is still active in the New England mob.
In court documents, US Attorney Peter Neronha cited this example:
"In June, 2010, (Manocchio) was observed by law enforcement having an extended meeting with then acting (New England Mafia) boss Peter Limone and underboss Anthony DiNunzio at a Chinese restaurant in Boston."
"His access to high ranking (New England Mafia) figures demonstrates his continued power and respect within the organization..."
DiNunzio is the brother of reputed Mafia leader Carmen “The Cheeseman” DiNunzio, who is currently serving a federal sentence.
Limone pleaded no contest last July to running an organized crime gambling ring, but avoided going to jail.
Earlier this month, Massachusetts State Police organized crime investigator Lt. Steve Johnson told Fox Undercover Limone remains active in the Mafia.
“Do you think Mr. Limone belongs in prison?” asked Fox Undercover’s Mike Beaudet.
“Yah,” replied Lt. Johnson.
“Fair to say he was a significant player?” asked Beaudet.
“Fair to say he is a significant player,” said Johnson.
Limone's attorney did not return phone calls, but earlier this month she denied her client is the boss of the New England mob.
Manocchio remains locked up. He'll be back in court again next week when a judge will decide if he'll be released.
Click here to read the government’s court filing
http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/undercover/feds-id-new-england-mafia-leaders-20110224
The revelation came out in court documents as the former boss of the New England mob, Luigi "Baby Shanks" Manocchio pleaded not guilty to extortion and conspiracy charges in Rhode Island.
Federal prosecutors in Rhode Island filed paperwork to keep Manocchio locked up while he waits to go on trial.
Part of their argument is that Manocchio is still active in the New England mob.
In court documents, US Attorney Peter Neronha cited this example:
"In June, 2010, (Manocchio) was observed by law enforcement having an extended meeting with then acting (New England Mafia) boss Peter Limone and underboss Anthony DiNunzio at a Chinese restaurant in Boston."
"His access to high ranking (New England Mafia) figures demonstrates his continued power and respect within the organization..."
DiNunzio is the brother of reputed Mafia leader Carmen “The Cheeseman” DiNunzio, who is currently serving a federal sentence.
Limone pleaded no contest last July to running an organized crime gambling ring, but avoided going to jail.
Earlier this month, Massachusetts State Police organized crime investigator Lt. Steve Johnson told Fox Undercover Limone remains active in the Mafia.
“Do you think Mr. Limone belongs in prison?” asked Fox Undercover’s Mike Beaudet.
“Yah,” replied Lt. Johnson.
“Fair to say he was a significant player?” asked Beaudet.
“Fair to say he is a significant player,” said Johnson.
Limone's attorney did not return phone calls, but earlier this month she denied her client is the boss of the New England mob.
Manocchio remains locked up. He'll be back in court again next week when a judge will decide if he'll be released.
Click here to read the government’s court filing
http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/undercover/feds-id-new-england-mafia-leaders-20110224
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