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In writing The Rise And Fall Of A 'Casino' Mobster: The Tony Spilotro Story Through A Hitman's Eyes, Frank Cullotta seeks to set the record straight regarding his association with Tony Spilotro, with help from co-author Dennis N. Griffin. Anthony (Tony) Spilotro was the Chicago Outfit’s man in Vegas looking out for the millions being skimmed in the various mob-backed casinos. Cullotta’s friendship with Spilotro spanned thirty years, from the streets of Chicago to the Vegas Strip. The two men met as rivals, but bonded and soon became criminal associates, committing various misdemeanors and felonies in Chicago and other locales. While Cullotta tended toward burglaries and robberies, Spilotro’s muscle would be utilized by the Chicago Outfit. Their reliance on Spilotro would ensure his ascent to the pinnacles of power in the Mafia. But Spilotro’s ambition and foibles would lead to an epic fall.
The Rise And Fall of a Casino Mobster by Frank Cullotta and Dennis N. Griffin provides a fascinating insider’s perspective into the life of an infamous mobster. Frank Cullotta doesn’t hide who he is or what he’s done. He is candid in admitting his criminal past and association with the Chicago Outfit and Tony Spilotro. Cullotta’s book sets out to clarify popular misconceptions about his one-time friend, naming the murders Spilotro had either committed or ordered during his career. Cullotta’s matter-of-fact recollections encompass the bad and the ugly of the intrigue-filled world of organized crime. This biography is a welcome addition to any true crime lover’s library. If you are a Mafia buff, this book is not to be missed.
