The murder of Carmine Galante sends shock waves through the underworld, as investigators begin to unravel a web of violence and power struggles hinting at a larger conspiracy among New York's infamous Five Families.
The execution of three Bonanno captains marks a pivotal moment in New York's criminal history, set against the backdrop of a covert battle waged by law enforcement to dismantle the Mafia.
A secret recording inside a luxury car reveals crucial secrets that could shake the foundations of organized crime, showcasing the lengths law enforcement will go to bring the Mafia to justice.
In an unprecedented move, Joe Bonanno breaks the Mafia's code of silence, providing revelations that send ripples through the criminal world and bolster the prosecution's case against organized crime.
The Commission Case, NYC's trial of the century, kicks off in September of 1986, dragging New York's mafia heads into court and thrusting the prosecution into their greatest challenge.
The prosecution presents extensive evidence and tackles the defense's strategies, aiming to expose the criminal conspiracy at the heart of the Mafia's operations.
The mysterious Vincent "Chin" Gigante evades law enforcement by feigning mental illness, orchestrating deadly power moves from the shadows while maintaining his elaborate act.
As the government closes in on Vincent Gigante, his carefully constructed facade of insanity begins to unravel, revealing the full scope of his influence and deception within the Mafia.
The murder of Bonanno capo Sonny "Black" Napolitano sets the stage for Joseph Massino's ascent as the last don, revealing the deadly consequences of betrayal in the Mafia's ranks.
Joe Massino's last stand delivers a message to the world of organized crime: this could be the end. And, law enforcement's attention gets diverted to new and more dangerous adversary.
Host Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi sits down with former FBI Special Agent Ted Otto to talk about the current state of the New York mafia - and whether the five families are still active today.
