LAVAL – When reputed mob boss Vito Rizzuto was released from a U.S. prison last October, the question on everyone’s mind was “where would he settle?”
There were rumours he was in hiding and that he left Quebec.
That’s not the case.
The 67-year-old mafia kingpin is now a resident of Laval, to be more specific, the Ste-Dorothee district.
His new luxurious home, located on Patrick Street, overlooks the Islemere golf course.
According to reports, Rizzuto paid just under $900,000 – cash – for the property, which is worth $1.2 million.
Some area residents say they are worried about their new neighbour.
In a rare move, Laval Police granted interviews on the issue.
“There is no danger for people living next to Mr. Rizzuto,” Lieutenant Daniel Guerin told Global News.
“People don’t have to fear that situation. Laval Police is following this very closely. We are keeping a close eye.”
Rizzuto’s son Leonardo and his daughter Bettina also own properties in the Ste-Dorothee area.
Crime expert John Galianos says Vito Rizzuto’s move is symbolic.
It’s a sign that the mafia turf war is over.
“His behaviour is like someone who’s on top of things. He doesn’t seem to worried someone is going to get him. He gives the impression there’s peace out there,” Galianos said.
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