Anthony Salerno

Anthony Salerno was a prominent American mobster and leader of the Genovese crime family in New York City. Known as "Fat Tony," he was involved in organized crime activities such as extortion, gambling, and racketeering from the 1940s until his indictment in the 1980s. Salerno was influential within the Mafia hierarchy, but his power was often behind the scenes. In 1986, he was convicted on charges related to racketeering and loan sharking, leading to a prison sentence. His leadership exemplifies the criminal operations and influence of organized crime groups in mid-20th century America.