Hi guys had a few questions I would appreciate clearing up on Gotti Jr.

1. When he was a Capo what crew did he run?
2. Who are some of the made members of the crew and what are they doing now in the family?
3. Who is running that crew now?
4. Did any of the top hierarchy in the Gambino's actually like/ respect him? like D'Amcio, Corrozzo etc
5. When did he cease Mafia involvement?
6.Do you believe he has absolutely no contact with the family now?

Nicky, here are some of the answers (This is according to turncoat Mikey "Scar" DiLeonardo):

Gotti Junior was given his own crew to lead by his father in 1990. When Junior became the acting boss of the Gambinos in 1991, Bobby Boriello (a crew member) became acting capo of this crew.
Boriello was killed in april 1991 and was succeeded by Tommy "Sneakers" Cacciopoli.

Other made members of this crew were:
Vinny "Butch" Corrao (who later took over Joe "Butch" Corrao´s crew),
Carmine Agnello,
John "Jackie" Cavallo,
Charlie "Carnegs" Carniglia (who later switched to Sal Scala´s crew),
Dominick "Fat Dom" Borghese (who had transfered from D´Amico´s crew and later turned informant) and
Craig DePalma (son of Greg and like Borghese later turned informant).
I think all these guys were made around 1990, 1991 and 1992.
Of cours, Junior was made in 1988.

It seems that Tommy "Sneakers" Cacciopoli is the official capo nowadays. That´s how he is listed anyway.

I believe (but who´s to say for sure?) that Junior has left the life for good. It sure looks like it.

I appreciate that HK, I always read how he was considered a joke of a leader, surely guys like Corrozzo and Marino were itching to get rid of him. I heard how the Genovese guys wouldn't even have sit-downs with him.

You´re welcome.
I think that Junior was first and most regarded as his father´s son. After Senior died in 2002, Junior lost a lot of prestige and respect.

I just turned on 970 AM and Sliwa is ranting again about Gotti Jr. because one of Gotti's men is being sentenced tomorrow for his role in the assassination attempt of Sliwa.

Sliwa is an idiot, but his radio show covers mafia stories.

Junior certainly had a lot more success in the court room, success that wasn't bought either.

Totally agree with HK ! He knows his shit !

Just Sayen (wink) and a big smile !

Frosty

Start at 9:20 -


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1CLlq_K9Hw&feature=related

Junior looks like a bulldog. Most of the Gotti clan isn't built for speed!

One of John Gotti's biggest 'gifts' tot the Gambino's was putting a steroid pumping, bar hopping thug in charge of a big, sophisticated money making machine after he was incarcerated. What a disaster.

I think Junior at this point realizes that if he gets back in the game, he will end up in jail. He's probably got the money to just enjoy live anyway.

You mean enjoy life anyway? Yes, I believe that is why he's out of the family, many mobsters were just as glad to see him go, as he was glad to walk away from the life. However, just like Gravano, who got sent away for running drugs in Arizona, once a gangster always a gangster. So I'm sure Junior is still involved in criminal activity. I'm also sure he keeps in some contact with the Gambino's, after all most of his relatives are members. One thing about him is he's a tough guy.

About Sliwa, he is a jerk. Sliwa had the nerve to disrespect not just Junior, which would not have been too bad, but all of Italian Americans.

In my opinion, if Sliwa weren't so unlikeable, Junior would have been convicted in the first trial (2005). The vote was 11-1 in favor of conviction. The one holdout juror couldn't symapthize with Sliwa because he's such an obnoxious asshole. If not for that, it's very likely that Junior would be rotting in prison right now. He's very lucky.

You really think that?

I didn't know he came so close to conviction either

Sliwa is an idiot. Dumped by WABC/770 due to low ratings. Lucky for him 970AM opened up in NYC due to the advertiser demand for political commentary after Obama won.

Sliwa does a mock Italian-American/Brooklynese accent the entire show.

F him and the horse he rode in on along with a good spit !

You are a good guy, but you can be very weird, lol. Haha.. Just messin' with ya!

NJBOY55,

LOL, so are you my friend ! Frick Weird ! And yes , I hold honor's to that ! Keep people on there little toe's , and make them wonder , what is in store ! Life is but a game , or something like that and we are nothing but actor's ! Shakespear ! Watch some fricken genius come along and make me correct ! LMAO ! I can only have certain moments out of my cubical to speak ! But that is good ! I am trying to look like Vinny G ! LOL ! You be safe , invite me over to a feed at your house Looks good my friend !

Frosty

Ive posted this John Jr segment on this forum before, I think it is an awesome collection of vids on Jr.

Thanks Frosty. I'm shocked I'm not fat with all the Italian food my mamma has made for us all these years. I always keep busy and am on my feet. Guess that is why.

I get what you're saying NJ, and yeah Junior is tough. Not the smartest kid around, but tough. And I'm sure he still knows a lot of members, he was acting boss at one point, let alone all of his connected family members.

But he would be incredibly stupid to still be involved in any criminal activity. The Feds would love nothing more than locking Junior up after all the mistrials. He's like a lightning rod for the FBI. Plus, he's got money, why go back?

But then again, maybe he is that stupid.

NJ, your a lucky man ! I have lost some lbs. but not to my doing food just don't taste all that good anymore. But my friend , do when you can , and enjoy it !

To the rest of you guys , enjoy life and don't let nothing get you down , but kick some ass along the way when it is proper !

Frosty , Be safe and always CYA it !

Junior is probably broke too....JMO

He claimed he was broke after his last trial. I take that with a grain of salt though. Most of these mob guys claim they're broke.

Personally, I think Junior has the means to live out his days without any financial problems.