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From the Complete coverage: The case of ex-DEA agent Joseph Bongiovanni series

By Mike McAndrew News Watchdog Editor
Jan 11, 2023
Jan 11, 2023 Updated May 7, 2024

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Joseph Bongiovanni in car

Retired Drug Enforcement Administration agent Joseph Bongiovanni drives a classic Buick Electra convertible that he restored.

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Anthony Gerace and Peter G. Gerace Jr.

Anthony Gerace and his brother, Peter G. Gerace Jr., in a family photo. The Geraces are the nephews of Joseph A. Todaro Jr., who federal law enforcement authorities have identified as the leader of the Buffalo Mafia.

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By Mike McAndrew News Watchdog Editor

Federal prosecutors can delay revealing the names of some witnesses in a bribery and drug and human trafficking trial that stems from a federal organized crime investigation – for now.

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Complete coverage: The case of ex-DEA agent Joseph Bongiovanni

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Updated May 7, 2024
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