Benjamin “Lefty” Ruggiero: Loyalty, Betrayal, and the Tragic Fate of a Bonanno Soldier

Benjamin “Lefty” Ruggiero was a loyal Bonanno soldier who lived by the Mafia’s code—until that loyalty became his undoing. In this episode of Mobstercast Chronicles, we explore the rise and fall of the man who unknowingly mentored FBI agent Donnie Brasco. From Brooklyn street hustler to made man, Lefty’s story is one of trust, betrayal, and the harsh reality of a life devoted to Cosa Nostra. This is a tragic tale of old-school loyalty in a world where trust could get you killed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mobstercastchronicles--6052763/support