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The BrunoScarfo family of La Cosa Nostra came into existence along with most of the other LCN groups in 1931. With 55 members and 250 associates, the group is believed to have experienced little growth in membership since its inception. The majority of its members and associates live and operate in South Philadelphia, and in the Down Neck section of Newark. Additionally, there are a few members in Trenton, as well as in some areas of southern New Jersey. Beyond this concentration of membership, the group has a small contingent conducting business in Delaware and some gambling operatives in New York City.Historically known for its stability, the family has been transformed during the last decade into a group marred by violence and discord. With the murder of boss Angelo Bruno in 1980, the family began a decade of decline fueled by murders and prosecutions of key members. Brunos shortlived successor, Philip Testa, was replaced by the now notorious Nicodemo Scarfo. Unlike Bruno, Scarfos propensity for violence became his primary method of maintaining discipline in the family. Since taking over, Scarfo has been responsible for committing or ordering numerous murders, along with several failed murder attempts. As a result of Scarfos indiscriminate use of violence, he has been convicted of several crimes including murder and will probably spend the rest of his life behind bars.

 

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