Russell Bufalino - The Extortion Attempt

Time: Tuesday Aug 8, 1978

Place: New York, U.S.

Details: On August 8, 1978, Bufalino was convicted and sentenced to four years imprisonment for his part in the extortion attempt. He served almost three years.

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