Bonanno Mobster Convicted of Extortion for Forcing Informant to Strip

John Ragano, known as 'The Maniac,' was found guilty of extortion but acquitted of other charges in a Brooklyn federal court.

John Ragano, a member of the Bonanno crime family, was convicted of extortion for coercing an informant to strip naked to check for a wire.
Ragano was acquitted of charges including extortion conspiracy, witness harassment, and witness tampering.
The incident involved a $150,000 loan to Vincent Martino, who later became a federal informant to manage his debts.
Despite previous arrests and a 57-month sentence for related charges, Ragano continued to pressure Martino for repayment.
Ragano faces up to 20 years in prison following this conviction, with sentencing expected in the coming months.