Former New York Detective Convicted of Lying to FBI for Mafia Involvement

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Former New York detective convicted of lying to the FBI for working with a mafia family in Long Island, fueling a mini-mob war. He was acquitted of obstruction of justice. The case involved mafia rivalry and illegal gambling operations.

Key Points

  • Former detective convicted of lying to the FBI and working with the mafia.
  • Involved in fueling a mini-mob war on Long Island.
  • Case highlighted mafia rivalry and illegal gambling operations.

Pros

  • Justice served in convicting a corrupt detective working with the mafia.
  • Highlights the dangers of law enforcement officers being involved in criminal activities.

Cons

  • Unreliable testimony from cooperating mobsters may have affected the case.
  • Shows the presence of organized crime in the New York area.