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RARE 1957 FRANK MALFI – PHILADELPHIA ORGANIZED CRIME – VINTAGE POLICE MUGSHOT
Offered for sale is a fascinating vintage Philadelphia Police Department mugshot of Frank Malfi, an individual linked to Philadelphia’s organized crime underworld during the 1950s.
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Frank Malfi was involved in Philadelphia’s criminal underworld during an era when illegal gambling, narcotics trafficking, and organized crime flourished throughout the city.
Malfi was named in federal narcotics proceedings involving James Santore and a heroin-trafficking operation investigated during 1957. His documented criminal associations make this an intriguing piece of Philadelphia organized crime history.
ORIGINAL POLICE IDENTIFICATION DETAILS:
* Name: Frank Malfi
* Police Department: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
* Date: July 19, 1957
* Police Identification Number: 145265
* Arrest Charge: Lottery (Illegal Gambling)
* Age at Arrest: 38
* Address: 948 Jackson Street, Philadelphia
COLLECTOR APPEAL
This vintage police identification photograph features both frontal and profile views, along with the original police identification information on the reverse.
An outstanding historical collectible for enthusiasts of:
* Philadelphia Mafia and La Cosa Nostra history
* American organized crime memorabilia
* Vintage police mugshots and criminal identification photography
* 1950s gambling and narcotics investigations
* Rare gangster and true-crime collectibles
CONDITION
Vintage condition consistent with age. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.
IMPORTANT: Frank Malfi’s documented involvement in organized criminal activity should not be interpreted as confirmation that he was an inducted member of the Philadelphia Mafia.
An intriguing opportunity to acquire a period Philadelphia police mugshot associated with the city’s mid-century criminal underworld.
A GREAT ADDITION TO ANY SERIOUS ORGANIZED CRIME OR VINTAGE MUGSHOT COLLECTION!
