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Frank Gioia Jr., Made Man in the Lucchese Crime Family, Tells His Life Story

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Frank Gioia Jr., a former Lucchese mafia Made Man, discussed his upbringing in Little Italy, his father's mafia connections, and his own criminal activities, including bookmaking, loan sharking, and trafficking. He revealed his involvement in the mafia, including a hit on Frankie DeBlanco, and his eventual cooperation with the FBI to protect his family. Gioia's cooperation led to over 70 convictions, including the conviction of Tony Gonzalez for a cop murder. Despite his cooperation, he faced legal troubles again, leading to a five-year prison sentence and significant financial penalties.

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Frank Gioia Jr., a former Lucchese mafia Made Man, discussed his upbringing in Little Italy, his father's mafia connections, and his own criminal activities, including bookmaking, loan sharking, and trafficking. He revealed his involvement in the mafia, including a hit on Frankie DeBlanco, and his eventual cooperation with the FBI to protect his family. Gioia's cooperation led to over 70 convictions, including the conviction of Tony Gonzalez for a cop murder. Despite his cooperation, he faced legal troubles again, leading to a five-year prison sentence and significant financial penalties.

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