Raymond "Long John" Martorano, an Italian-American mobster and a made man in the Philadelphia Crime Family, died on January 17, 2002, at the age of 74. He was shot three times while driving his Lincoln Town Car near Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Martorano succumbed to his injuries several weeks later.
Martorano was a significant figure in the Philadelphia underworld, known for his involvement in the methamphetamine trade and his connections
with various criminal organizations, including the K&A Gang, the Philadelphia Greek Mob, and the Pagans MC. His death was the result of a mob hit carried out in broad daylight in the upscale Washington Square West neighborhood. The murder remains unsolved, with both the FBI and Philadelphia police continuing their investigation.
Prior to his death, Martorano had a long criminal history, including multiple convictions for illegal narcotics and liquor dealing. He was also involved in several high-profile Mafia hits, including the murder of union leader John McCullough in 1980. Despite his criminal activities, Martorano maintained a legitimate job as a commissioned salesman for his vending machine company.
The investigation into Martorano's murder has yet to yield any arrests or suspects. The case remains open, and law enforcement continues to search for those responsible for his death.
