Carlos Marcello
Tunisian-American gangster and mob leader
Born
February 6th, 1910
115 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 1993
32 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Born in Tunisia and later migrating to the United States, a prominent mob figure within the New Orleans organized crime scene. Marcello gained influence during the mid-20th century, becoming a key leader of the New Orleans crime family. Operated in various illegal enterprises including racketeering, gambling, and vice operations. Enumerated in connections to national crime syndicates and was implicated in significant events, including allegations related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Involved in numerous legal battles throughout life, including deportation attempts and federal investigations, often managing to evade conviction.
Leading the New Orleans crime family
Alleged connections to the JFK assassination
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