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Vincent Gigante was a mobster who led the Genovese crime family in New York from 1981 to 2005. He was also a former boxer who feigned insanity to avoid prosecution for decades.
Apr 15, 2022 · Learn how Vincent Gigante, a powerful Genovese crime family leader, avoided prison for decades by pretending to be mentally ill. Discover his rise to power, his role in the attempted murder of Frank Costello, and his eventual downfall.
Dec 19, 2005 · Vincent Gigante, who feigned mental illness for decades to camouflage his position as one of the nation's most influential and dangerous Mafia leaders, died today in federal prison in...
Dec 19, 2005 · Gigante was the head of the Genovese crime family and a powerful Mafioso who avoided jail for decades by pretending to be mentally ill. He finally admitted his ruse in 2003 and died in prison in 2005 at age 77.
Feb 5, 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of Vincent "The Chin" Gigante, a notorious Mafia boss who feigned mental illness to evade law enforcement. Watch this video to explore his rise to power, his tactics, and his impact on the criminal landscape.
Dec 19, 2005 · Mob boss Vincent “The Chin” Gigante, the powerful Mafioso who avoided jail for decades by wandering the streets in a ratty bathrobe and slippers, feigning mental illness, died Monday in prison,...
Dec 20, 2005 · NEW YORK — Mob boss Vincent “The Chin” Gigante, the powerful Mafioso who avoided jail for decades by wandering the streets in a ratty bathrobe and slippers, feigning mental illness, died Monday...