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BLAME IT ON RIGHT-WING: Lawyer Of Suspect In Mob Boss Killing Says Affected By Hate Speech

In this March 18, 2019, file photo, Anthony Comello displays writing on his hand that includes pro-Trump slogans and a letter Q, a reference to the QAnon conspiracy theory that has grown online. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

A lawyer for a man suspected of killing a reputed New York mob boss says hate speech and right-wing conspiracy websites are to blame for recent changes in the man’s behavior.

However, Anthony Comello pleaded not guilty on Monday as he was arraigned under heavy security on murder and other charges in the March 13 killing of reputed Gambino boss Francesco “Franky Boy” Cali.

Authorities say the Staten Island slaying may have been related to a romantic dispute, not mob business.

At a court appearance last week, the 24-year-old had pro-Donald Trump slogans and an apparent conspiracy symbol on his hand.

Attorney Robert Gottlieb said Monday Comello’s family attributes behavior changes to “hate spewed throughout the internet.”

He’s being held without bail. His next hearing is April 3.

(AP)



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