Two New Counts Against Bonanno Mobster Suspected in 1978 JFK Heist

Written by :

Gilbert Horowitz

Published on :

15 February, 2015

A one time high ranking member of the Bonanno Crime Family suspected in a 1978 heist at JFK Airport has received two additional undisclosed charges against him.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicole Argentieri did not reveal the nature of the two new counts reputed capo Vincent Asaro, 79, will be facing.

The heist was depicted in the popular mob drama “Goodfellas” and involved a $6 million theft at the airport.

Bonanno is also charged with murder of mob associate Paul Katz, which was said to have been carried out as a favor favor to Luchese mobster James (Jimmy the Gent) Burke.

- Gilbert Horowitz, Gambling911.com

Crime

Gambling News

Connecticut Former Funeral Director Who Gambled Away Families' Funds Enters Guilty Plea

Phillip Pietras, 51, is expected to be sentenced to more than seven years behind bars.

Prosecutors Identify 18 Allegedly Rigged Pitches for Emmanuel Case Trial

Prosecutors Identify 18 Allegedly Rigged Pitches for Emmanuel Clase Trial

Federal prosecutors have identified 18 pitches, including one from a 2024 playoff game, that they allege involved sharing with bettors.

Prostitution, Bestiality and the FBI: Will Congress Act? There's a Bet for That..... But It's Not What You Think

FBI Director Kash Patel defended a hiring policy change Tuesday that allows some applicants who have engaged in prostitution and bestiality to be considered for employment, insisting that the move was made to enable victims of those acts to apply for a job without fear of automatic disqualification.

St. Petersburg Florida Venues Subject of Early Morning Gambling Raids

Action Arcade and The Zoo Sports Club and Grille in St. Petersburg hit as part of “Operation Final Spin.”