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Vincent "Vinny the Mook" Governara, aged 34, was murdered on June 12, 1976, in Brooklyn, New York. Governara's death was a result of a long-standing vendetta held by Gambino crime family soldier Anthony "Nino" Gaggi. The animosity between Governara and Gaggi began over a decade earlier when Governara broke Gaggi's nose during a street fight. This altercation was reportedly sparked by Governara's inappropriate comments towards Gaggi's sister-in-law, which led to the physical confrontation. Govern ...Read More
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Victim Details

Vincent Vinny Mook Governara

Male

Brooklyn

NY

1976-06-12

34

Vincent

Governara

11/10/2025