Prosecutors: 'Real Housewives' star's ex-husband, reputed mobster plead not guilty to assault
The ex-husband of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast member Dina Manzo and a reputed mobster have pleaded not guilty to charges that they conspired to assault the woman’s current husband.
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Jul 10, 2020, 9:22 AM
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Updated 1,477 days ago
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The ex-husband of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast member Dina Manzo and a reputed mobster have pleaded not guilty to charges that they conspired to assault the woman’s current husband.
Thomas Manzo, of Franklin Lakes, and John Perna, of Cedar Grove, entered their pleas Wednesday during an arraignment hearing conducted via videoconferencing.
According to federal prosecutors, Thomas Manzo hired Perna to commit the attack in exchange for a lavish wedding reception at a restaurant where Thomas is an owner.
Prosecutors say Thomas is the ex-husband of Dina, while Perna was identified as a soldier in the Lucchese crime family.
AP wire services helped contribute to this report.
Editor’s note: A version of this story that aired on News 12 on July 9, 2020 mistakenly stated that Mr. Manzo had pleaded guilty.
