LAS VEGAS, NV. (THECOUNT) — EXCLUSIVE: Frank Cullotta, former mobster for the “Chicago Outfit,” and later the “Hole in the Wall Gang” in Las Vegas, is reportedly on his deathbed in a Las Vegas hospital after contracting COVID-19, according to our exclusive source.
Cullotta, 81, who was arrested in 1982, turned government witness and eventually entered the witness protection program, is reportedly in grave condition after suffering a bout with coronavirus. Sources say, Cullotta was being treated for ongoing comorbidities COPD and diabetes.
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Cullotta was portrayed in the blockbuster movie, “Casino.” His name was changed to Frank Marino and played by actor Frank Vincent.
Later in life, Cullotta became an author and a tour guide and recently produced Youtube show, “Coffee With Cullotta.” Cullotta also appeared on season 5 of “Bar Rescue.”
A source close to Cullotta said the gangster was, “not expected to make it through the night.”
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