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James A. Eppolito Jr., aged 33, was murdered on October 1, 1979, in Brooklyn, New York. His death was a result of a mob hit orchestrated by members of the Gambino Crime Family. Eppolito Jr., known as Jim-Jim, was involved in various criminal activities, including bookmaking and drug dealing. His involvement in a failed cocaine deal with members of the Roy DeMeo crew led to accusations of lying and being a police informant. This situation escalated tensions within the crime family, ultimately lea ...Read More
Victim Details

James A Eppolito Jr.

Male

Brooklyn

NY

1979-10-01

33

James

A Eppolito Jr.

11/23/2025