Part 3/9:
The Machinations of Murder
The speaker outlines how the potential hit was orchestrated. After seeking approval from Vinnie, the then-boss, they were set to move on Manuso due to his perceived failure to be a "team player." However, fate intervened when Manuso was arrested, halting the planned execution. The complexities of crime families often reveal how easily plans can crumble.
This intricacy was compounded by the deep-seated history between mobsters. The dynamic among faction leaders often shifts based on personal grievances, power struggles, and loyalties, changing alliances at a moment's notice. In the case of Manuso, despite being a target, he eventually ascended to the top of the Bonanno family after serving a 15-year prison sentence for a murder conviction.