Underboss: The Untold Story of Carl DeLuna in the Mob
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- čas přidán 27. 04. 2024
- Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins brings you the best in mob history with his unique perception of the mafia. Today, we delve into the intriguing saga of Carl "Tuffy" DeLuna, a notable figure in the Kansas City organized crime milieu. Known as a formidable underboss with ties to the Civella family, Tuffy commanded respect and fear for his powerful and ruthless demeanor. Though born in Brooklyn, he made his mark in Kansas City, engaging in various criminal activities ranging from armed robberies to overseeing a highly profitable skim operation that yielded substantial profits for the mob.
Tuffy's ascent to prominence involved close ties to influential mobsters such as Nick Civella, and he played a key role in crucial decisions affecting the mob's operations. Tuffy's presence was integral to the mob's functioning, from enforcing discipline to managing sportsbook operations and ensuring the smooth running of illegal enterprises. His counsel was sought in pivotal discussions and actions, underscoring his role as a trusted advisor and enforcer.
The dynamic between Tuffy and Nick Civella sheds light on their relationship and how Tuffy's advice influenced critical decisions. His involvement in maintaining discipline and resolving internal conflicts within the mob highlighted his importance as Nick Civella's right-hand man. Tuffy's ability to manage various aspects of organized crime made him a valuable asset to the underworld.
Tuffy's narrative also explores his clash with the Spero brothers and the ensuing violent confrontations that shook the Kansas City mob scene. The complex web of alliances, betrayals, and power struggles exemplified the volatile nature of organized crime and the deadly consequences those involved face. Tuffy's role in orchestrating and executing violent acts to retain control over the criminal empire showcased his unwavering commitment to the Civella Family's
interests.
When the Government finally arrested and convicted DeLuna, it marked the end of an era for the Kansas City mob. His enduring legacy as a powerful and influential figure in organized crime speaks to the intricate world of mob operations and the individuals who navigated its perilous waters.
The compelling narrative of Carl "Tuffy" DeLuna's life provides insight into the complex workings of organized crime, highlighting the power struggles, alliances, and betrayals that shaped the criminal underworld in Kansas City. Tuffy's legacy as a formidable figure in the mob world and his lasting impact on the Kansas City crime scene solidify his place in the annals of organized crime history.
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Great stuff. Love hearing about the K.C. Family along with New Orleans, Dallas, and Denver.
I did one on Dallas. Got to look at those others. I have a couple on New Orleans
@@GaryJenkinsMafiaDetectivewell he signed his own death warrant. Keep kept talking and being nervous about going to jail. I wonder how much time he was looking 👀 at???
Happy to see you are reporting on the genre relevant, past events, of your hometown, Gary. 👍
Thanks I will try to do more.
Great program Gary. KC has a fascinating mob history. And the Civella Era needs more attention.
Ok I was just putting Willie the Rat on my agenda.
Wonderful stories Gary. You are the classiest of them all. I really loved the part where you advised "Don't kill during a robbery! It only brings heat." Spoken like a true law man and someone who cares about victims of crime. Please keep doing what you do.
Thank you so much.
Excellent Gary! Glad to see you covering Kansas City!
Yeah a prophet in his own home town and all that.
This is great stuff! Thank you!
You are welcome
Tuffy is my favorite underboss!
They’re all the same, killer criminals 😐
Great video as always Gary. Keep doing your thing.
When I was a kid my Dad and his brothers owned 2 grocery stores in Harrisonville Missouri and it was unbelievable how many checks they cashed, they even had " counter " checks , these were checks that had the banks routing number and name on the check and you would write in your account number, there was no telecheck it was an honor system, can you believe what would happen today, anyway they had very few checks that bounced, my Dad even held checks if he knew you, people would come in get their groceries write a check and ask them to hold it until a certain date when they would have money in their account
Thank you for the great video Gary I really hope you do a podcast on Willie the rat
I will
@@GaryJenkinsMafiaDetectiveback in the 90s we used to get our paycheck to pharmacy and they would cash ours
thanx Gary!
another interesting great upload Gary, thanks.
Thanks I try
Absolutely enjoy every one of your videos!
GREAT VID GARY🫡🫡
Great video my friend!
As you may know, he did live up to his name.
@@GaryJenkinsMafiaDetective you are not kidding!
Frank DeLuna had a fruit stand in the parking lot of the liquor store that I managed and he would come over and we would talk and I will never forget Frank telling me "When Ripe was alive my balls were as big as melons" , when Tuffy got out of prison he and Frank would stop by the store and tell stories about when they were kids, Tuffy was always a gentleman and a good guy
Where was this…Watts Mill?
@@ebtyler It was in Berbiglia Liquor's parking lot across from Jasper's, they were in Watts Mill then moved to our parking lot off 103rd and State Line, when we closed they moved back to Watts Mill, Frank and Konrad were great neighbors I really enjoyed working with them, Konrad owns the stand now and Frank is retired
KC sounds a bit like Detroit,you had to be college educated and married into the family,they had connections to profaci,his daughters married Detroit guys,and San Francisco,l.a.,Cleveland. The only ones who were exceptions were Vito and tony jack giaccalone.,threatening Alan's wife n kids was wrong,they should've clipped him for that
College educated, yeah right, Willie Cammisano and Cork Civella
Detroit you had to have a business profolio, they all lived in same block in gross pointe park,in fact peter machine gun corrados house was voted most luxurious gangsters house a few years ago,and he passed in 57
Ilike the bio idea. I believe Nick Civella is maybe the smartest of these old mafia guys. I would like to know how he didnt become superior to the Chicago bosses because he seems to be light years ahead of many of the others that are much better known. Gotti for example.
You are correct, his only problem was that he was born in Kansas City. He would have been the boss where ever he was. Very smart and cunning.
Was James licavoli Cleveland boss part of the Las Vegas skim
Cleveland got a share. Mashie Rockman was the guy who picked it up. I’m not sure about the exact distribution
I know that the mob is really gone now in KC.
But there must be a few remaining made guys running rackets...
There are but very low key. Strip club, gambling, extortion, loan sharks
Was the Bob Brown talked about in the recorded call the wrestler?
There was a wrestler in Kansas City named Bob Brown but he was a wrestler and an honest guy, this was a different Bob Brown
One interesting kanas city case I would like to hear about is the leon jordan case
I did talk about that case. czcams.com/video/30jEeKrAlag/video.htmlsi=vJJJIJu58gZAMIil
@GaryJenkinsMafiaDetective thanks for the link I must have missed it
@@GaryJenkinsMafiaDetectiveKC is a very interesting topic on the mafia.
@@J.Alexander74Check out James Monk Johnson and Doc Dearborn, they are the ones that did the killing, great story, they are all dead now, Black Mafia in Kansas City
@@J.Alexander74 Check out James Monk Johnson and Doc Dearborn they were the ones that killed Jordan outside of The Green Duck Tavern, after Jordan got off work and was walking to his car
I never liked Stern. I was right all along.
Uh?
Who is Stern