Frank Coppa's decision to cooperate with the federal government marked the first time a Bonanno family member flipped, breaking the mafia's oath of loyalty, Omerta.
His cooperation not only put his life at risk but also spurred at least 10 other members to follow suit, leading to significant prosecutions within the Bonanno family.
Coppa's assistance was pivotal in convicting Joseph Massino and led to the indictment of nearly every senior member of the Bonanno crime family over the years.
In return for his cooperation, Frank Coppa received a sentence of time served and protection under the federal witness protection program, marking a significant turning point.
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