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| Aug. 1961 |
Lorenzo 'Larry' Lampasi Jr. was a Soldier in the Colombo Family who was murdered in the early 1990s.
His father Lorenzo Lampasi (1887-1975) was a longtime Colombo member who sponsored Larry for membership in 1957.
Stepson John Aratico, a Colombo Associate, was murdered in 1982.
Larry was born December 13, 1925 in Manhattan to Lorenzo (38y) and Maria Lampasi (29y). Parents from Monreale comune of Palermo, Sicily.
Larry's father Lorenzo was likely already a made member by the late 1920s.
By April 1930 the family moved to California, residing at 315 W 95th St in the Green Meadows neighborhood of South Los Angeles. Uncle Michele lived further north in South Central.
By the mid-1930s the Lampasis had returned to New York, settling at 1719 W 10th St in Brooklyn's Gravesend neighborhood.
In 1939 father established Trenton Linen Supply Company at 4108 3rd Ave in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
Around 1940 left school.
By December 1943 employed with R. H. Macy & Co located at Broadway and 34th St in Midtown Manhattan.
On March 22, 1944 enlisted in US Navy.
On May 7, 1944 older brother Joseph Lampasi (20y), on active duty in US Army, seriously injured in Asam, India after a bomb exploded while being loaded onto a truck. Lampasi was blinded as a result and given an honorable discharge on Certificate of Disability.
On March 18/19, 1946 honorably discharged from US Navy.
By April 1950 listed occupation as concessionaire in Coney Island.
By mid-1950s involved in gambling.
In 1955 listed residence at 61-43 161st St in Pomonak, Queens.
By 1957 moved to 47 Lake St in Gravesend.
His father Lorenzo Lampasi (1887-1975) was a longtime Colombo member who sponsored Larry for membership in 1957.
Stepson John Aratico, a Colombo Associate, was murdered in 1982.
Larry was born December 13, 1925 in Manhattan to Lorenzo (38y) and Maria Lampasi (29y). Parents from Monreale comune of Palermo, Sicily.
Larry's father Lorenzo was likely already a made member by the late 1920s.
By April 1930 the family moved to California, residing at 315 W 95th St in the Green Meadows neighborhood of South Los Angeles. Uncle Michele lived further north in South Central.
By the mid-1930s the Lampasis had returned to New York, settling at 1719 W 10th St in Brooklyn's Gravesend neighborhood.
In 1939 father established Trenton Linen Supply Company at 4108 3rd Ave in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
Around 1940 left school.
By December 1943 employed with R. H. Macy & Co located at Broadway and 34th St in Midtown Manhattan.
On March 22, 1944 enlisted in US Navy.
On May 7, 1944 older brother Joseph Lampasi (20y), on active duty in US Army, seriously injured in Asam, India after a bomb exploded while being loaded onto a truck. Lampasi was blinded as a result and given an honorable discharge on Certificate of Disability.
On March 18/19, 1946 honorably discharged from US Navy.
By April 1950 listed occupation as concessionaire in Coney Island.
By mid-1950s involved in gambling.
In 1955 listed residence at 61-43 161st St in Pomonak, Queens.
By 1957 moved to 47 Lake St in Gravesend.
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| Early 1960s |
Around mid-1957 Larry's father sponsored him for membership into the Colombo Family. The ceremony, presided over by Underboss Joseph Magliocco, was held inside the Magliocco home in Bath Beach, Brooklyn. Others present included Captains Harry Fontana, Calogero 'Charlie Sidge' LoCicero, Salvatore 'Sally the Sheik' Musacchio and John 'Johnny Bath Beach' Oddo. Those inducted included Leonard 'Big Lenny' Dello, Charles 'Lolly' DePierro, Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Joseph Magnasco and Anthony 'Tony Skee' Scianna.
At the time of induction the Family Boss was Joseph Profaci, who succeeded Salvatore DiBella around 1931. Joseph Magliocco and Joseph 'Peppino' Buffa served as Underboss and Consigliere respectively.
At the time of induction the Family Boss was Joseph Profaci, who succeeded Salvatore DiBella around 1931. Joseph Magliocco and Joseph 'Peppino' Buffa served as Underboss and Consigliere respectively.
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| H. Fontana (1957) |
As of 1960 the Lampasis both reported to
Harry Fontana, a long-time member who headed a large crew based
primarily in South Brooklyn.
Made members of Fontana's crew included:
Made members of Fontana's crew included:
- Anthony 'Abbey' Abbatemarco
- 'Little John' Capichano
- James 'Jimmy Bat' Cardello
- Joseph 'Joe Bat' Cardello
- Aurelius 'Big Larry' Cirillo
- John 'Mooney' Cutrone
- Leonard Dello
- Thomas DiBella [Son to Former Boss Salvatore]
- Philip Fontana [Brother to Harry]
- Salvatore John Fontana [Brother to Harry]
- Nicholas 'Jiggs' Forlano
- Aniello 'Allie LaMont' Giannattasio
- Salvatore 'Westo' Imperiale
- Lorenzo Lampasi
- Lorenzo Lampasi Jr.
- Joseph Magnasco
- Salvatore 'Charlie Lemons' Mineo
- Marco Morello
- Carmine 'Junior' Persico
- Anthony 'Tony Long' Ricciardi
- Joseph 'Joe Yak' Yacovelli
- John 'Johnny Zip' Zozzaro [Possible Member]
In
late February 1961 Harry Fontana and other high-ranking Colombo members
were kidnapped by the rebel Gallo faction. The group was released
unharmed but the incident ultimately led to a shooting war that left
several members and associates dead.
By Summer 1961 Larry resided at 42 Seneca Drive in Commack, Long Island. Employed with father's Trenton Linen Supply Company in Sunset Park. Brothers John (40y) and Joseph (36y) served as President and Officer in the company respectively.
On August 22, 1961 among thirteen arrested by NYPD's 76th Precinct in Brooklyn on consorting charge. (See top)
Co-defendants, all members and associates of the Gallo faction, were:
- John Cutrone (Colombo Soldier)
- Leonard Dello (Colombo Soldier)
- Joseph Gallo (Colombo Soldier)
- Vincent 'Vinny Sicilian' Gugliaro (Colombo Soldier)
- Leonard Durso
- Albert 'Blast' Gallo
- Armando Illiano
- Frank 'Punchy' Illiano
- Salvatore 'Sally Boy' Mangiameli
- Joseph 'Butch' Musumeci
- Vincent Regina
- Thomas Gibbons
The previous day Lampasi Jr.'s Captain Harry Fontana was target of another kidnapping, this time outside the College Restaurant at 224 4th Ave in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Gallo crew member Joseph Magnasco, a former Soldier under Fontana, was shot to death during the attempt by Harry's brother Salvatore. (Magnasco was made in the same ceremony as Lampasi Jr.)
On December 20, 1961 FBI CI and Colombo Soldier Gregory Scarpa reported that Boss Joseph Profaci had ordered a halt to the violence so that a peace could be negotiated. Lorenzo Lampasi, according to Scarpa and other sources, was one of the primary mediators acting on behalf of the Gallo faction. (The attempt ultimately failed and hostilities continued through the next year and into 1963.)
On March 20, 1962 FBI CI Scarpa reported: “[Scarpa] advised that he had heard that [redacted] the moratorium on violence which had been in existence between the Profaci and Gallo groups during the negotiations to reach a peace agreement had been extended for a two week period...He stated that he had heard from individuals closely associated with Charles LoCicero that an individual by the name of Lawrence (LNU) (Lorenzo Lampasi), who operates a barber supply business in the vicinity of Gallo’s headquarters, was acting as a messenger between the Gallos and LoCicero. He stated that individual, according to his information, is a very old man and is completely gray. [Scarpa] related that he had heard this individual visited LoCicero at LoCicero's home during the afternoon of 3/20/1962.”
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| L. Gallo |
Six days later the FBI interviewed the rebel faction's leader, Colombo Soldier Lawrence Gallo: "[Gallo] stated,
at this time, that he had purchased a 1960 Rambler sedan from Lawrence
Lampasi Jr., the son of Lorenzo Lampasi, owner of Trenton Linen Supply
Company. He added he is not employed by [Trenton] but has used this as his employment when registering the above vehicle solely for the purpose of obtaining insurance."
On May 4,1962 FBI CI reported: "...[CI] said further that Larry [Gallo]'s representatives have been meeting regularly with representatives of Joseph Profaci. These meetings seem to occur every four or five days. [CI] termed these meetings as 'progress reports', as apparently they have not as yet resulted in any conclusion of the Profaci - Gallo feud. [CI] added that Larry Gallo is represented at these meetings by 'Old Man Lorenzo' (Lorenzo Lampasi), Abbatemarco, 'Jimmy the Bat' (James Cardello), and [Redacted]. Also by 'The Blast' (Albert Gallo, Jr). Joseph Profaci is represented in these meetings by Charlie the Sidge (LoCicero). [CI] said that 'Old Man Lorenzo' sees Larry Gallo twice a day usually and Lampasi's son (Larry Lampasi) also sees Larry. [CI] said the younger Lampasi gave Larry Gallo a car recently."
On October 10, 1962 arrested during NYPD raid on a wireroom located at 2909 Ocean Ave in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Operation suspected controlled by Lawrence Gallo; knowing his association with the Gallos, officers charged Lampasi Jr. with vagrancy.
On April 23, 1963 CI Scarpa reported: “Photographs of the following persons were exhibited to [Scarpa], and he made comments concerning them as set forth below: Lawrence Lampasi Jr. – Scarpa advised that Larry is the son of (FNU) Lampasi Sr., who acted as the middle-man between the Gallo and Profaci factions when attempts were made to settle the feud. [Scarpa] advised that both the father and Larry Lampasi are ‘good fellows’ and both are in the regime of Harry Fontana.”
On May 4,1962 FBI CI reported: "...[CI] said further that Larry [Gallo]'s representatives have been meeting regularly with representatives of Joseph Profaci. These meetings seem to occur every four or five days. [CI] termed these meetings as 'progress reports', as apparently they have not as yet resulted in any conclusion of the Profaci - Gallo feud. [CI] added that Larry Gallo is represented at these meetings by 'Old Man Lorenzo' (Lorenzo Lampasi), Abbatemarco, 'Jimmy the Bat' (James Cardello), and [Redacted]. Also by 'The Blast' (Albert Gallo, Jr). Joseph Profaci is represented in these meetings by Charlie the Sidge (LoCicero). [CI] said that 'Old Man Lorenzo' sees Larry Gallo twice a day usually and Lampasi's son (Larry Lampasi) also sees Larry. [CI] said the younger Lampasi gave Larry Gallo a car recently."
On October 10, 1962 arrested during NYPD raid on a wireroom located at 2909 Ocean Ave in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Operation suspected controlled by Lawrence Gallo; knowing his association with the Gallos, officers charged Lampasi Jr. with vagrancy.
On April 23, 1963 CI Scarpa reported: “Photographs of the following persons were exhibited to [Scarpa], and he made comments concerning them as set forth below: Lawrence Lampasi Jr. – Scarpa advised that Larry is the son of (FNU) Lampasi Sr., who acted as the middle-man between the Gallo and Profaci factions when attempts were made to settle the feud. [Scarpa] advised that both the father and Larry Lampasi are ‘good fellows’ and both are in the regime of Harry Fontana.”
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| Aug. 1963 |
Publicity given the Gallo conflict brought the Lampasis onto law enforcement's radar. On August 23, 1963 Lorenzo and son Larry were interviewed at the Nassau County
DA's Office. Larry provided only basic background information on himself. Father and son were both photographed during their appearance.
On September 9, 1963 Suffolk County Police Department reported: '"...The following information was obtained through members of the Brooklyn South Homicide Squad (Special Gallo Investigation Unit) and the Criminal Investigations Bureau, [NYPD]. Lorenzo (Larry) Lampasi [Jr. was] known to be associated with the Gallo Gang prior to their split with the Profaci Organization. Lampasi is known to be a gambler in Brooklyn Park Slope Section [and] was suspected of supplying money to the Gallos from the proceeds of this wire room operation. Subject's father, Lorenzo Sr., ([Redacted]) was considered to be close to Joseph Profaci, and after the Gallo split, Lorenzo Sr., attempted 'mediation' between Gallos and Profaci. It was during this period that an attempt was made to strangle Larry Gallo. Lampasi Sr. acquired a complete 'Amnesty' for Lampasi Jr. and he 'pulled' away from Gallos completely with a group of about ten other hoods. Lampasi Jr. is still felt to be close to Profaci (Magliocco) faction and is probably still carrying on gambling activities. Lampasi has a close association with [Redacted] suspected of being a subordinate of Joseph Magliocco."
As a possible result of the Gallo conflict, Lampasi Jr. left his Commack, Long Island residence in October 1963 and moved into his father's residence.
On January 24, 1964 the FBI's New York Office reported: "[Lorenzo Lampasi Jr.] has been identified as a 'button' in the Profaci - Magliocco Family, and specifically was close to the Gallo group in Brooklyn."
On February 22, 1964 arrested by NYPD 62nd Pct Brooklyn on bookmaking charge.
On April 13, 1964 the FBI's New York Office reported: "[Lorenzo's] son, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., is considered a member of the underworld element having been sponsored by Lampasi Sr. [whose] activities are apparently limited to that of an arbitrator of disputes within the Profaci - Magliocco Family and other than the information upon which this matter is predicated no further information relative to his activities has been developed to date."
Earlier that month Joseph Colombo was named the new Family Boss. Under his leadership the Gallos were brought back into the fold and further hostilities ceased.
Colombo also quickly began the process of re-organizing the Family by demoting some of the older Captains and appointing new ones.
On September 9, 1963 Suffolk County Police Department reported: '"...The following information was obtained through members of the Brooklyn South Homicide Squad (Special Gallo Investigation Unit) and the Criminal Investigations Bureau, [NYPD]. Lorenzo (Larry) Lampasi [Jr. was] known to be associated with the Gallo Gang prior to their split with the Profaci Organization. Lampasi is known to be a gambler in Brooklyn Park Slope Section [and] was suspected of supplying money to the Gallos from the proceeds of this wire room operation. Subject's father, Lorenzo Sr., ([Redacted]) was considered to be close to Joseph Profaci, and after the Gallo split, Lorenzo Sr., attempted 'mediation' between Gallos and Profaci. It was during this period that an attempt was made to strangle Larry Gallo. Lampasi Sr. acquired a complete 'Amnesty' for Lampasi Jr. and he 'pulled' away from Gallos completely with a group of about ten other hoods. Lampasi Jr. is still felt to be close to Profaci (Magliocco) faction and is probably still carrying on gambling activities. Lampasi has a close association with [Redacted] suspected of being a subordinate of Joseph Magliocco."
As a possible result of the Gallo conflict, Lampasi Jr. left his Commack, Long Island residence in October 1963 and moved into his father's residence.
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| L. Lampasi (Aug. 1963) |
On March 23, 1964 the elder Lampasi was interviewed by FBI at Trenton Linen Supply:
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At
the outset Lampasi reflected a belligerent attitude. He later become
ostensibly cooperative, however, repeatedly declined knowledge of any
hoodlum connections or activity...Lampasi readily admitted his identity
and stated that although not an officer of [Trenton] he continued
active participation in the company's affairs and was usually at the
office between the hours of 11 AM and 2:30 PM in the afternoon. He
furnished certain background information concerning himself and his
immediate family.
A general discussion relative to underworld activities in Brooklyn was opened to Lampasi based on current newspaper stories. Lampasi although admittedly acquainted with some of the more prominent hoodlums denied any close personal relationship with any of them. Specifically, he stated that he was acquainted with the Gallo brothers but purely on a business basis since his company supplied Gallo with linens. As a result of this association as well as his son's activities as a salesman for Trenton Linen and Supply he has a passing acquaintance with others associated with the Gallos. He advised that at the present time the Gallos are indebted to him for a small amount of money for services rendered and he is currently attempting to collect.
A general discussion relative to underworld activities in Brooklyn was opened to Lampasi based on current newspaper stories. Lampasi although admittedly acquainted with some of the more prominent hoodlums denied any close personal relationship with any of them. Specifically, he stated that he was acquainted with the Gallo brothers but purely on a business basis since his company supplied Gallo with linens. As a result of this association as well as his son's activities as a salesman for Trenton Linen and Supply he has a passing acquaintance with others associated with the Gallos. He advised that at the present time the Gallos are indebted to him for a small amount of money for services rendered and he is currently attempting to collect.
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On January 24, 1964 the FBI's New York Office reported: "[Lorenzo Lampasi Jr.] has been identified as a 'button' in the Profaci - Magliocco Family, and specifically was close to the Gallo group in Brooklyn."
On February 22, 1964 arrested by NYPD 62nd Pct Brooklyn on bookmaking charge.
On April 13, 1964 the FBI's New York Office reported: "[Lorenzo's] son, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., is considered a member of the underworld element having been sponsored by Lampasi Sr. [whose] activities are apparently limited to that of an arbitrator of disputes within the Profaci - Magliocco Family and other than the information upon which this matter is predicated no further information relative to his activities has been developed to date."
Earlier that month Joseph Colombo was named the new Family Boss. Under his leadership the Gallos were brought back into the fold and further hostilities ceased.
Colombo also quickly began the process of re-organizing the Family by demoting some of the older Captains and appointing new ones.
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| N. Forlano (1961) |
One of the first to be given a promotion was Nicholas 'Jiggs' Forlano,
formerly a Soldier in the Fontana crew. He and Vincent Aloi were both
named Captains around mid-May 1964.
Forlano was given several Soldiers who were also previously with Harry Fontana, who still remained active as a Captain but had his sizeable crew trimmed down over the following year.
Made members of Forlano's crew included John 'Little John' Capichano, Alphonse 'Funzi' D'Ambrosio, Leonard Dello, Aniello 'Allie LaMont' Giannattasio, Vincent 'Vinny Sicilian' Gugliaro, Salvatore Imperiale, Lorenzo Lampasi and George Tropiano. Possible additional crew members included Lorenzo Lampasi Jr. (Lampasi Jr. may have remained under Harry Fontana.)
Forlano was given several Soldiers who were also previously with Harry Fontana, who still remained active as a Captain but had his sizeable crew trimmed down over the following year.
Made members of Forlano's crew included John 'Little John' Capichano, Alphonse 'Funzi' D'Ambrosio, Leonard Dello, Aniello 'Allie LaMont' Giannattasio, Vincent 'Vinny Sicilian' Gugliaro, Salvatore Imperiale, Lorenzo Lampasi and George Tropiano. Possible additional crew members included Lorenzo Lampasi Jr. (Lampasi Jr. may have remained under Harry Fontana.)
On April 27, 1966 FBI CI reported: "[He] knows [Lampasi Jr.] who is not a 'made guy' and who had the reputation as being a 'lobby boy' for Carlo Gambino in his operation of the Arrow Linen Supply Company, 61st Street, Brooklyn. Informant stated at the present time Arrow Linen Supply is owned by John Magliocco, who also owns Peerless Liquors, Brooklyn. Informant stated John Magliocco is a 'made guy'." (The informant was incorrect on Lampasi Jr.'s membership status and he may have been confusing John Magliocco, a Colombo Associate, with Former Colombo Captain Ambrose Magliocco.)
By mid-1968 employed with Harry M. Stevens Catering Corporation.
In September 1968 included in the FBI's list of 83 identified Colombo Family members.
On September 26, 1968 FBI CI reported: “[Lampasi Jr.] has been observed taking his break at Aqueduct and Belmont Park Race Tracks from his duties with [catering company].”
On October 4, 1968 FBI CI reported: “[During] the past two weeks the afternoon meetings with Joe Colombo and his Family have continued on a heavy schedule. He stated most of these meetings are held in the late afternoon. He stated that the following have been in almost constant attendance on a daily basis: Harry Fontana, Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Rocky Miraglia, Nick Bianco, John Cutrone, Richard Zorzi, [Redacted].”
On October 25, 1968 FBI CI (Gambino Member) reported: "[CI] was shown photographs of various individuals who have been connected with Cosa Nostra and he commented as follows..Lawrence Lampasi - Not a member (B#493699)." (It's not clear why this informant, believed to be a Gambino member source, believed Lampasi Jr. was not made.)
On December 30, 1968 FBI CI reported Lampasi Jr.'s continued presence, along with many other Family members and associates, in the vicinity of Cantalupo Realty and Caplan Motors in Bensonhurst. He also noted Lampasi's attendance at a Christmas party hosted by Boss Joseph Colombo at Cantalupo Realty.
In November 1969 included in the FBI's list of 79 identified Colombo Family members.
On or around March 2, 1970 Unspecified Male interviewed by FBI: "[UM], Trenton Linen Supply, Inc., 41-08 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, advised [he] had been employed by Trenton for [redacted] years. The company was founded by Lorenzo Lampasi, Sr. with [Redacted]. After a short time [redacted] out of the business. At one time Larry Lampasi, Jr. worked as a salesman for Trenton. [John] Lampasi, a third son of Lorenzo died recently of cancer. [Colombo Soldier] Benjamin LoCicero worked for Trenton Linen as a salesman immediately after he got out of jail the last time. LoCicero brought in one or two accounts as a salesman. [UM] says help is hard to get in the linen supply business and he is [redacted]."
In October 1972 included in the FBI's list of 72 identified Colombo Family members.
By 1973 resided at 29-20 202nd St in Auburndale, Queens. Officer of Abco Bus Company located at 75 McDonald Ave in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn.
By May 1973 the Colombo Family was headed by Thomas DiBella, with Anthony Abbatemarco and Alphonse 'Allie Boy' Persico serving as Underboss and Consigliere respectively.
By mid-1968 employed with Harry M. Stevens Catering Corporation.
In September 1968 included in the FBI's list of 83 identified Colombo Family members.
On September 26, 1968 FBI CI reported: “[Lampasi Jr.] has been observed taking his break at Aqueduct and Belmont Park Race Tracks from his duties with [catering company].”
On October 4, 1968 FBI CI reported: “[During] the past two weeks the afternoon meetings with Joe Colombo and his Family have continued on a heavy schedule. He stated most of these meetings are held in the late afternoon. He stated that the following have been in almost constant attendance on a daily basis: Harry Fontana, Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Rocky Miraglia, Nick Bianco, John Cutrone, Richard Zorzi, [Redacted].”
On October 25, 1968 FBI CI (Gambino Member) reported: "[CI] was shown photographs of various individuals who have been connected with Cosa Nostra and he commented as follows..Lawrence Lampasi - Not a member (B#493699)." (It's not clear why this informant, believed to be a Gambino member source, believed Lampasi Jr. was not made.)
On December 30, 1968 FBI CI reported Lampasi Jr.'s continued presence, along with many other Family members and associates, in the vicinity of Cantalupo Realty and Caplan Motors in Bensonhurst. He also noted Lampasi's attendance at a Christmas party hosted by Boss Joseph Colombo at Cantalupo Realty.
In November 1969 included in the FBI's list of 79 identified Colombo Family members.
On or around March 2, 1970 Unspecified Male interviewed by FBI: "[UM], Trenton Linen Supply, Inc., 41-08 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, advised [he] had been employed by Trenton for [redacted] years. The company was founded by Lorenzo Lampasi, Sr. with [Redacted]. After a short time [redacted] out of the business. At one time Larry Lampasi, Jr. worked as a salesman for Trenton. [John] Lampasi, a third son of Lorenzo died recently of cancer. [Colombo Soldier] Benjamin LoCicero worked for Trenton Linen as a salesman immediately after he got out of jail the last time. LoCicero brought in one or two accounts as a salesman. [UM] says help is hard to get in the linen supply business and he is [redacted]."
In October 1972 included in the FBI's list of 72 identified Colombo Family members.
By 1973 resided at 29-20 202nd St in Auburndale, Queens. Officer of Abco Bus Company located at 75 McDonald Ave in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn.
By May 1973 the Colombo Family was headed by Thomas DiBella, with Anthony Abbatemarco and Alphonse 'Allie Boy' Persico serving as Underboss and Consigliere respectively.
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| D. Scialo |
Around this time the leadership promoted Dominick 'Mimi' Scialo to Captain of a new crew comprised mostly of former Fontana and Musacchio crew members.
Made members of Dominick Scialo's crew included Robert Barbieri, Paul D'Amico (noted as inactive), Harry Fontana, Philip Fontana, Salvatore John Fontana, Lawrence 'Larry' Lampasi Jr., Vincent 'Jimmy' Muce, Frank 'Frankie the Sheik' Musacchio, Salvatore 'Sammy' Peritore and Michael Savino.
Associates included Gaetano 'Tommy' Barbusca, John Coiro, Frank 'Frankie the Beast' Falanga, Albert 'Gooch' Mugnolo, Harry 'Junior' McGuire and Dominic 'Donnie' Somma.
Made members of Dominick Scialo's crew included Robert Barbieri, Paul D'Amico (noted as inactive), Harry Fontana, Philip Fontana, Salvatore John Fontana, Lawrence 'Larry' Lampasi Jr., Vincent 'Jimmy' Muce, Frank 'Frankie the Sheik' Musacchio, Salvatore 'Sammy' Peritore and Michael Savino.
Associates included Gaetano 'Tommy' Barbusca, John Coiro, Frank 'Frankie the Beast' Falanga, Albert 'Gooch' Mugnolo, Harry 'Junior' McGuire and Dominic 'Donnie' Somma.
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| F. Tieri |
On August 24, 1973 CI Scarpa reported: “Scarpa gave the following characterizations of illegal activities of leading Colombo figures: Larry Lampasi: Has a piece of a private bus business controlled by Funzi Tieri, whose man, [Redacted], controls the Bus Drivers Union." (Frank 'Funzi' Tieri [1904-1981], then the Genovese Family's Acting Boss, was made official by late October of that year.)
In October 1973 included in the FBI's list of 71 identified Colombo Family members.
By late 1973 the Scialo crew was suspected of having carried out several unsanctioned hits, including the December 10 murder of bookmaker Miguel Cosme at a Coney Island social club. Two ski-masked gunmen lined the patrons up, singled out Cosme and opened fire, killing him with two shots to the back and one to the head. The victim was an on-record Associate of Larry Lampasi Jr., who was not consulted beforehand. He lodged a complaint with Colombo leadership.
Three days later, Lampasi was at a Brooklyn barbershop when a ski-masked gunman entered and shot him once in the chest. He was taken to Coney Island Hospital for treatment. Scialo crew Associate Dominick 'Donnie' Somma may have been the gunman.
On January 4, 1974 Lampasi Jr. was interviewed by FBI Agents:
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In October 1973 included in the FBI's list of 71 identified Colombo Family members.
By late 1973 the Scialo crew was suspected of having carried out several unsanctioned hits, including the December 10 murder of bookmaker Miguel Cosme at a Coney Island social club. Two ski-masked gunmen lined the patrons up, singled out Cosme and opened fire, killing him with two shots to the back and one to the head. The victim was an on-record Associate of Larry Lampasi Jr., who was not consulted beforehand. He lodged a complaint with Colombo leadership.
Three days later, Lampasi was at a Brooklyn barbershop when a ski-masked gunman entered and shot him once in the chest. He was taken to Coney Island Hospital for treatment. Scialo crew Associate Dominick 'Donnie' Somma may have been the gunman.
On January 4, 1974 Lampasi Jr. was interviewed by FBI Agents:
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[Lampasi Jr.] was contacted at his residence and questioned regarding the attempt recently made on his life while he was at Sparky's Hair Stylists, which is located on Bay 35th Street near the corner of 86th Street in Brooklyn.
Lampasi advised he was shot four times by an unknown assailant. Lampasi claimed this shooting must have been a case of mistaken identity because he had no idea who would want him killed.
Lampasi stated he went to the barber shop strictly for the purpose of getting a 'trim'. He had no plans to meet anyone there.
Lampasi refused to discuss his relationship with Dominick Scialo or Miguel Cosme.
Lampasi advised he is an officer of Abco Bus Company, 75 McDonald Avenue, Brooklyn and he also has interest in a service station located at that address.
"Lampasi advised he was shot four times by an unknown assailant. Lampasi claimed this shooting must have been a case of mistaken identity because he had no idea who would want him killed.
Lampasi stated he went to the barber shop strictly for the purpose of getting a 'trim'. He had no plans to meet anyone there.
Lampasi refused to discuss his relationship with Dominick Scialo or Miguel Cosme.
Lampasi advised he is an officer of Abco Bus Company, 75 McDonald Avenue, Brooklyn and he also has interest in a service station located at that address.
Dominick Scialo disappeared three days later. Informant(s) later revealed he was strangled and buried in the basement of Otto's Social Athletic Club in Red Hook, Brooklyn. (His remains were uncovered in an FBI dig nine months later.)
On January 29, 1974 FBI CI Scarpa reported: "[Scarpa] advised that the word on the street is that 'Mimi' Scialo was 'hit' because he had become a liability to the Family...Scarpa advised that the older men of the Family were aware that Scialo was undergoing psychiatric treatment and they felt that he was too unpredictable. In addition, Scialo personally killed an individual named Miguel Cosmos, one of Larry Lampasi's bookmakers, whom Lampasi was to kill himself. When Lampasi complained, Scialo shot him. After Lampasi's shooting, Harry Fontana put a contract out to the Persico crew to 'hit' Scialo."
On February 1, 1974 the NYPD's Organized Crime Unit advised FBI: "[Detective] advised approximately one week after Larry Lampasi was shot, an off-duty police officer was eating dinner [in] Bonaparte Restaurant, 1613 Avenue M, Brooklyn and observed Carlo Gambino with several other unidentified males. [Det] advised that the off-duty police officer stated that Gambino was greeted by another older gentleman and there appeared to be some sort of meeting taking place. [Det] advised that he later interviewed the police officer and displayed photographs of both Gambino and Colombo Family members. [Det] advised that the police officer identified a photograph of Lorenzo Lampasi as the elderly gentleman who greeted Gambino and spoke with Gambino in a very serious manner. [Det] advised that he felt this meeting between Carlo Gambino and Lorenzo Lampasi could have had something to do with the recent attempt on Larry Lampasi's life by Dominick Scialo or one of his crew. [Det] advised that his department has received information Scialo may have been killed because of his unsuccessful attempt to 'hit' Larry Lampasi. [Det] advised Larry Lampasi was well thought of and his father, Lorenzo, of course has always been well-respected."
On February 6, 1974 FBI CI Scarpa reported: “[Scarpa] stated that Mimi Scialo was definitely killed on a contract given by Harry Fontana and the OK was given by Carmine Persico. Details were furnished in a prior contact with Scarpa reported earlier. Scarpa commented that the Lampasi incident was merely the straw which broke the camel’s back; other Families notably Carlo Gambino and Funzi Tieri had complained about Scialo's attitude and past activities also.”
On February 15, 1974 Unsub interviewed by FBI: "He is the sole owner of [barbershop where Lampasi Jr. shot]. He purchased the shop in 8/1973, from [Redacted] (ph). He viewed a photograph of Dominick Scialo whom he described as a regular customer. [UM] was unable to furnish any additional info concerning Scialo. Regarding Larry Lampasi, [UM] was not in the shop on the day Lampasi was shot; however, his employee, [Redacted], was working there alone."
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| V. Gugliaro |
Around mid-May 1974 Vincent 'Vinny Sicilian' Gugliaro was promoted to
Captain. Gugliaro had been a Soldier formerly under
Nicholas Forlano, who was sidelined due to both legal issues and a
drinking problem.
Made members of Gugliaro's crew included Lorenzo Lampasi, his son Lorenzo Jr., Frank 'Gandy' LoCicero, Salvatore Scarpa (brother of Greg) and George Tropiano.
Associates of interest included future Colombo Members Joseph 'Junior Lollipop' Carna, Joseph 'Joe T.' Tomasello and William 'Billy' Cutolo.
On June 1 the son of Colombo Associate Andrew 'Andy Mush' Russo was married, with the reception held at Holiday Inn in Hempstead, Long Island.
Attendees included Boss Thomas DiBella, Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, Acting Consigliere Charles 'Charlie Moose' Panarella, four Captains and at least thirteen Soldiers including Larry Lampasi Jr.
On September 5, 1974 FBI CI reported: "[Lampasi Jr.] can be found at his Exxon Station on a daily basis, located near McDonald Avenue and Seeley Street, Brooklyn, near the cemetery."
On September 24, 1974 FBI CI reported: "[Vinny] Gugliaro is a Captain in the Colombo Family, with the following main guys in his crew: Frank LoCicero, Larry Lampasi, Frank Musacchio, George Tropiano. Informant advised there may be one or two more whom he will attempt to identify. Additionally, informant advised former Gallo associates Joseph Carna and his brother Larry Carna, although not made guys, are now with Vinny the Sicilian's crew." (Joseph Carna was inducted into the Colombo Family after the books opened in 1976.)
On November 7, 1974 FBI CI reported: “[CI] heard that Big George Tropiano and Lawrence Lampasi Jr. have been reassigned to Vinny Sicilian’s crew.”
In November 1974 included in the FBI's list of 74 identified Colombo Family members.
On February 28, 1975 FBI CI reported: "[He] understands Larry Lampasi continues to live in the Commack section of Suffolk and to be employed at various New York City stadiums and arenas by the Stevens Corporation as a manager. He said [Redacted; Lampasi Jr.?] likes to drink in various Brooklyn bars and when he does, he often 'shoots his mouth off'."
Made members of Gugliaro's crew included Lorenzo Lampasi, his son Lorenzo Jr., Frank 'Gandy' LoCicero, Salvatore Scarpa (brother of Greg) and George Tropiano.
Associates of interest included future Colombo Members Joseph 'Junior Lollipop' Carna, Joseph 'Joe T.' Tomasello and William 'Billy' Cutolo.
On June 1 the son of Colombo Associate Andrew 'Andy Mush' Russo was married, with the reception held at Holiday Inn in Hempstead, Long Island.
Attendees included Boss Thomas DiBella, Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, Acting Consigliere Charles 'Charlie Moose' Panarella, four Captains and at least thirteen Soldiers including Larry Lampasi Jr.
On September 5, 1974 FBI CI reported: "[Lampasi Jr.] can be found at his Exxon Station on a daily basis, located near McDonald Avenue and Seeley Street, Brooklyn, near the cemetery."
On September 24, 1974 FBI CI reported: "[Vinny] Gugliaro is a Captain in the Colombo Family, with the following main guys in his crew: Frank LoCicero, Larry Lampasi, Frank Musacchio, George Tropiano. Informant advised there may be one or two more whom he will attempt to identify. Additionally, informant advised former Gallo associates Joseph Carna and his brother Larry Carna, although not made guys, are now with Vinny the Sicilian's crew." (Joseph Carna was inducted into the Colombo Family after the books opened in 1976.)
On November 7, 1974 FBI CI reported: “[CI] heard that Big George Tropiano and Lawrence Lampasi Jr. have been reassigned to Vinny Sicilian’s crew.”
In November 1974 included in the FBI's list of 74 identified Colombo Family members.
On February 28, 1975 FBI CI reported: "[He] understands Larry Lampasi continues to live in the Commack section of Suffolk and to be employed at various New York City stadiums and arenas by the Stevens Corporation as a manager. He said [Redacted; Lampasi Jr.?] likes to drink in various Brooklyn bars and when he does, he often 'shoots his mouth off'."
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| C. Franzese |
On September 27 the daughter of Colombo Associate Carmine 'Turi' Franzese married, with the reception held at Queens Terrace Caterers in Woodside.
Attendees included Boss Thomas DiBella, Acting Boss Joseph 'Little Joey' Brancato, Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, Consigliere Alphonse Persico, five Official / Acting Captains and at least thirteen Soldiers including Larry Lampasi Jr.
On October 4 a reception for Soldier Rocco 'Rocky' Miraglia's daughter was held at Shalimar Caterers in New Dorp, Staten Island. Lampasi Jr., his Captain Vincent Gugliaro and most of the others present at the Franzese reception were in attendance.
On October 8, 1975 FBI CI provided update on the Colombo Family structure. He identified Vincent Gugliaro as Captain and named seven made members of his crew: Robert Barbieri, Jerome 'Gene Magliocco' D'Agati, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and George Tropiano.
In early November a relative of Colombo Soldier Alphonse 'Funzi' D'Ambrosio married with the reception held at Manor East in Massapequa, Long Island. Attendees included Lampasi Jr., his Captain Vincent Gugliaro and at least eight other Family members.
In December 1975 included in the FBI's list of 73 identified Colombo Family members.
On December 5, 1975 FBI CI (Colombo Member) reported: "[He] heard two weeks ago on a Wednesday night, Vinny Gugliaro had a number of Teamster officials at the Georgetown Inn. Informant also heard that Sal Scarpa, Larry Lampasi, Lenny Dello and [Redacted] were observed at the Inn."
On December 2, 1976 FBI NY compiled an update on the Colombo Family's structure. The chart identified Vincent Gugliaro as a Captain and noted his crew members as including Lorenzo Lampasi Jr.
By that time the Family had divided into two camps. One side supported Boss Thomas DiBella and the Persicos. The other, headed by Joseph Yacovelli and Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, felt that DiBella favored the Persicos too strongly and sought to remove him as Boss.
The Yacovelli - Abbatemarco faction had the support of Family Captains Joseph Brancato, James 'Jimmy Brown' Clemenza, Vincent Gugliaro and Salvatore 'Turi' Lombardino Jr.
The Commission was called in to resolve the dispute and sided with DiBella, leading to Abbatemarco and other dissidents being demoted and the Family undergoing a large scale reorganization.
The leadership reinstated Aniello Giannattasio as Captain with the understanding that, as one informant put it, 'he had conquered his drinking problem'. The CI noted: "If Allie's drinking problem resumes, it is understood that the crew will be taken away from him."
On February 8, 1977 FBI CI noted that one of the rebel Captains, Vincent Gugliaro, had been reassigned 'possibly temporarily' to Giannattasio.
On March 3, 1977 FBI CI provided an update on the new Family setup, naming Thomas DiBella and Alphonse Persico as Boss and Consigliere respectively. The Underboss position was vacant and would remain so until Carmine Persico was released from Federal prison in 1980.
Captains were Aniello Giannattasio, Gennaro 'Jerry Lang' Langella, Charles Panarella, Salvatore J. Profaci, Vincenzo Randazzo, Andrew Russo and Unassigned Florida Crew. Thomas DiBella also had a crew reporting directly to him.
Attendees included Boss Thomas DiBella, Acting Boss Joseph 'Little Joey' Brancato, Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, Consigliere Alphonse Persico, five Official / Acting Captains and at least thirteen Soldiers including Larry Lampasi Jr.
On October 4 a reception for Soldier Rocco 'Rocky' Miraglia's daughter was held at Shalimar Caterers in New Dorp, Staten Island. Lampasi Jr., his Captain Vincent Gugliaro and most of the others present at the Franzese reception were in attendance.
On October 8, 1975 FBI CI provided update on the Colombo Family structure. He identified Vincent Gugliaro as Captain and named seven made members of his crew: Robert Barbieri, Jerome 'Gene Magliocco' D'Agati, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and George Tropiano.
In early November a relative of Colombo Soldier Alphonse 'Funzi' D'Ambrosio married with the reception held at Manor East in Massapequa, Long Island. Attendees included Lampasi Jr., his Captain Vincent Gugliaro and at least eight other Family members.
In December 1975 included in the FBI's list of 73 identified Colombo Family members.
On December 5, 1975 FBI CI (Colombo Member) reported: "[He] heard two weeks ago on a Wednesday night, Vinny Gugliaro had a number of Teamster officials at the Georgetown Inn. Informant also heard that Sal Scarpa, Larry Lampasi, Lenny Dello and [Redacted] were observed at the Inn."
On December 2, 1976 FBI NY compiled an update on the Colombo Family's structure. The chart identified Vincent Gugliaro as a Captain and noted his crew members as including Lorenzo Lampasi Jr.
By that time the Family had divided into two camps. One side supported Boss Thomas DiBella and the Persicos. The other, headed by Joseph Yacovelli and Underboss Anthony Abbatemarco, felt that DiBella favored the Persicos too strongly and sought to remove him as Boss.
The Yacovelli - Abbatemarco faction had the support of Family Captains Joseph Brancato, James 'Jimmy Brown' Clemenza, Vincent Gugliaro and Salvatore 'Turi' Lombardino Jr.
The Commission was called in to resolve the dispute and sided with DiBella, leading to Abbatemarco and other dissidents being demoted and the Family undergoing a large scale reorganization.
The leadership reinstated Aniello Giannattasio as Captain with the understanding that, as one informant put it, 'he had conquered his drinking problem'. The CI noted: "If Allie's drinking problem resumes, it is understood that the crew will be taken away from him."
On February 8, 1977 FBI CI noted that one of the rebel Captains, Vincent Gugliaro, had been reassigned 'possibly temporarily' to Giannattasio.
On March 3, 1977 FBI CI provided an update on the new Family setup, naming Thomas DiBella and Alphonse Persico as Boss and Consigliere respectively. The Underboss position was vacant and would remain so until Carmine Persico was released from Federal prison in 1980.
Captains were Aniello Giannattasio, Gennaro 'Jerry Lang' Langella, Charles Panarella, Salvatore J. Profaci, Vincenzo Randazzo, Andrew Russo and Unassigned Florida Crew. Thomas DiBella also had a crew reporting directly to him.
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| A. Giannattasio |
Made members under Giannattasio included Vincent 'Little Jimmy' Melia as well as former Gugliaro crew members Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio and Salvatore Scarpa. (Vincent Gugliaro himself was assigned to Persico loyalist Gennaro Langella by the summer.)
By September 1977 Giannattasio's crew expanded to include Soldiers Dominic 'Little Dom' Cataldo, Harry Fontana (Former Captain), Philip Fontana, Salvatore Fontana, Salvatore 'Sammy' Peritore and John 'Johnny Green' Scimone. (Cataldo was inducted earlier that year.)
By 1978 employed as manager of Colonial Bus Service located at 75 McDonald Ave in Windsor Terrace.
By September 1977 Giannattasio's crew expanded to include Soldiers Dominic 'Little Dom' Cataldo, Harry Fontana (Former Captain), Philip Fontana, Salvatore Fontana, Salvatore 'Sammy' Peritore and John 'Johnny Green' Scimone. (Cataldo was inducted earlier that year.)
By 1978 employed as manager of Colonial Bus Service located at 75 McDonald Ave in Windsor Terrace.
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| J. Tomasello |
On January 10 of that year interviewed by FBI: "[Special Agent] contacted Larry Lampasi [re] Joseph Tomasello. Lampasi advised that Tomasello worked at the bus service for a period in 1977, but was presently on 'Leave of Absence'. Lampasi stated Tomasello was hired as a driver for the company and in a few months would possibly be returned in that capacity. Lampasi would offer no further information concerning Tomasello, but advised Tomasello who visits the bus service periodically, would be advised he should contact this Agent in regards to a possible interview." (Joseph Tomasello was inducted into the Colombos in late February 1977, promoted to Captain in August 1980 and served as Acting Boss during the final months of the early 1990s intra-Family War. It was Tomasello, according to cooperator info, who later authorized Lampasi Jr.'s murder.)
In June 1979 included in the FBI's list of 73 identified Colombo Family members.
By that time made members of Giannattasio's crew included Dominic Cataldo, Alphonse D'Ambrosio, Paul D'Amico, Philip Fontana, Philip 'Fat Foongi' Gambino, Joseph 'Joe Black' Gorgone, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and John Scimone.
Associates of interest included Future Lucchese Acting Boss Joseph 'Little Joe' DeFede. (DeFede was on record with Cataldo.)
Giannattasio died August 10, 1979 and was succeeded by Dominick 'Donnie Shacks' Montemarano.
On October 6, 1980 included in DEA list of 86 identified Colombo Family members.
On October 17, 1980 included in the FBI's list of 90 identified Colombo Family members.
An FBI chart compiled the same date noted that Captain Dominick Montemarano's crew consisted of made members Dominic Cataldo, Philip Fontana, Philip Gambino, Joseph Gorgone, Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and John Scimone.
On April 8, 1982, at 4:30 AM, Lampasi Jr.'s stepson John Aratico (22y), a Colombo Associate, was found shot to death near his residence at 21st Ave in Bensonhurst. Aratico had been shot five times in the chest with a .9mm automatic. CI Scarpa identified Colombo Soldier Nicholas 'Nicky Black' Grancio and Associate Joseph Tolino, Grancio's nephew, as the perpetrators. The murder was likely authorized by Boss Carmine 'Junior' Persico.
Lampasi Jr. is listed in the 1983 Senate Chart of Colombo Family membership.
In June 1979 included in the FBI's list of 73 identified Colombo Family members.
By that time made members of Giannattasio's crew included Dominic Cataldo, Alphonse D'Ambrosio, Paul D'Amico, Philip Fontana, Philip 'Fat Foongi' Gambino, Joseph 'Joe Black' Gorgone, Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and John Scimone.
Associates of interest included Future Lucchese Acting Boss Joseph 'Little Joe' DeFede. (DeFede was on record with Cataldo.)
Giannattasio died August 10, 1979 and was succeeded by Dominick 'Donnie Shacks' Montemarano.
On October 6, 1980 included in DEA list of 86 identified Colombo Family members.
On October 17, 1980 included in the FBI's list of 90 identified Colombo Family members.
An FBI chart compiled the same date noted that Captain Dominick Montemarano's crew consisted of made members Dominic Cataldo, Philip Fontana, Philip Gambino, Joseph Gorgone, Lawrence Lampasi Jr., Frank LoCicero, Frank Musacchio, Salvatore Scarpa and John Scimone.
On April 8, 1982, at 4:30 AM, Lampasi Jr.'s stepson John Aratico (22y), a Colombo Associate, was found shot to death near his residence at 21st Ave in Bensonhurst. Aratico had been shot five times in the chest with a .9mm automatic. CI Scarpa identified Colombo Soldier Nicholas 'Nicky Black' Grancio and Associate Joseph Tolino, Grancio's nephew, as the perpetrators. The murder was likely authorized by Boss Carmine 'Junior' Persico.
Lampasi Jr. is listed in the 1983 Senate Chart of Colombo Family membership.
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| Excerpt from Brooklyn District Attorney's Office Chart |
In early May 1988 CI Scarpa reported Richard 'Richie Nerves' Fusco's recent promotion to Captain over a newly formed crew.
Made members under Fusco initially included Benjamin LoCicero, Ralph 'Ralphie Patches' Piccirillo and Joseph 'Lefty' SanGiorgio.
Within a few days it was reported that Lorenzo Lampasi Jr. had also been assigned to the crew.
By June 1991 made members of Richard Fusco's crew included Benjamin 'Benji' Castellazzo, Frank Fusco, Salvatore 'Sally Buzzo' Fusco, Salvatore Fusco Jr., Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Ernest 'Ernie Lap' LaPonzina and Joseph SanGiorgio. (Benjamin LoCicero and Ralph Piccirillo had since been transferred to Vincenzo Aloi and Nicholas Grancio respectively.)
By late 1991 hostilities broke out between a faction loyal to the imprisoned Boss Carmine Persico and those loyal to Acting Boss Vic Orena.
Although his Captain Richard Fusco was an active Captain for the Persico side, available sources don't mention what role Lampasi Jr. played, if any.
By 1992 Lampasi Jr. resided at Caton Ave and E 2nd St in Windsor Terrace.
On May 22, 1992, at approximately 4:30 AM, he was preparing to leave for work at his bus company when a hit team gunned him down in the parking lot of his apartment building. Lampasi Jr. was hit multiple times in the chest and back and died at the scene.
Made members under Fusco initially included Benjamin LoCicero, Ralph 'Ralphie Patches' Piccirillo and Joseph 'Lefty' SanGiorgio.
Within a few days it was reported that Lorenzo Lampasi Jr. had also been assigned to the crew.
By June 1991 made members of Richard Fusco's crew included Benjamin 'Benji' Castellazzo, Frank Fusco, Salvatore 'Sally Buzzo' Fusco, Salvatore Fusco Jr., Lorenzo Lampasi Jr., Ernest 'Ernie Lap' LaPonzina and Joseph SanGiorgio. (Benjamin LoCicero and Ralph Piccirillo had since been transferred to Vincenzo Aloi and Nicholas Grancio respectively.)
By late 1991 hostilities broke out between a faction loyal to the imprisoned Boss Carmine Persico and those loyal to Acting Boss Vic Orena.
Although his Captain Richard Fusco was an active Captain for the Persico side, available sources don't mention what role Lampasi Jr. played, if any.
By 1992 Lampasi Jr. resided at Caton Ave and E 2nd St in Windsor Terrace.
On May 22, 1992, at approximately 4:30 AM, he was preparing to leave for work at his bus company when a hit team gunned him down in the parking lot of his apartment building. Lampasi Jr. was hit multiple times in the chest and back and died at the scene.
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| G. Scarpa Gang Land News |
It was later revealed through cooperating witness testimony that Lampasi Jr. was not killed as a result of the Orena - Persico war, but instead because of a letter he wrote FBI CI Gregory Scarpa during a loansharking dispute between the two. In the letter, Lampasi Jr. (correctly) accused Scarpa of being an informant.
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| J. Tomasello Gang Land News |
An Acting Captain at the time, Scarpa brought the matter to Acting Boss Joseph Tomasello, who gave permission to carry out the hit.
Scarpa, along with Associates James 'Jimmy' Delmasto and Lawrence 'Larry' Mazza, set up outside Lampasi Jr.'s building and waited for him to leave for work. When Lampasi Jr. left his car to close the apartment's gate, Scarpa shot him one time in the back. The team then got out of their vehicle and fired several more shots into Lampasi Jr.'s body to ensure he was dead.
Buried in Green-Wood Cemetery located in Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn.
On May 14, 1993 Joseph Tomasello and ten others, including Lampasi Jr.'s former Captain Richard Fusco, was indicted by the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York on Federal racketeering charges that included involvement in the Lampasi Jr. murder. (Tomasello became a fugitive but was apprehended a few years later and subsequently convicted.)
The same month Scarpa pleaded guilty in US District Court Brooklyn to Federal racketeering charges that included the murders of Lampasi Jr. and two others. His Associate Lawrence Mazza defected early the following year.
On June 8, 1994 Scarpa died of AIDS-related complications at the Federal Medical Center in Rochester, New York.
Scarpa, along with Associates James 'Jimmy' Delmasto and Lawrence 'Larry' Mazza, set up outside Lampasi Jr.'s building and waited for him to leave for work. When Lampasi Jr. left his car to close the apartment's gate, Scarpa shot him one time in the back. The team then got out of their vehicle and fired several more shots into Lampasi Jr.'s body to ensure he was dead.
Buried in Green-Wood Cemetery located in Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn.
On May 14, 1993 Joseph Tomasello and ten others, including Lampasi Jr.'s former Captain Richard Fusco, was indicted by the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York on Federal racketeering charges that included involvement in the Lampasi Jr. murder. (Tomasello became a fugitive but was apprehended a few years later and subsequently convicted.)
The same month Scarpa pleaded guilty in US District Court Brooklyn to Federal racketeering charges that included the murders of Lampasi Jr. and two others. His Associate Lawrence Mazza defected early the following year.
On June 8, 1994 Scarpa died of AIDS-related complications at the Federal Medical Center in Rochester, New York.
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