Forgione Mob

Forgione Mob © Juke Box Productions AstroFacts Status: Disbanded Earliest Appearance: 1974 Personal Data InfoDump Appearances (in Publication Order): Astro City: Local Heroes #4, 5 Event Timeline Forgione Mob An east side mob group led by Junior Forgione. History The group came into the public light in 1974 after Junior's son, Richard Forgione, was on trial for the murder of Lisette Palais. Attorney Vince Oleck unleashed the infamous superhero defense that shifted jury sentiment leading to Richie being found not guilty. Their triumph was short-lived, as both Forgiones were soon found murdered, presumably by The Blue Knight, which shattered the mob organization. Observations There was an associate named Nick DiPreta who advised them to hire the law firm of Grant, Miller, Healy and Valada for Richie's case. Footnotes Forgione is a reference to artist Bob Forgione. DiPreta serves as a reference to artist Tony DiPreta