SCRANTON - The reputed boss of a northeastern Pennsylvania crime family is asking a federal judge to cut his nine-year sentence by four years, citing ailing health and his cooperation with prosecutors William D'Elia, 63, pleaded guilty last year to witness tampering and conspiracy to launder drug money. He has been in prison since 2006 and could be released as early as next year if the request is granted. Federal prosecutors are already seeking a 21-month reduction in the sentence of D'Elia, citing his help in the prosecutions of former casino owner Louis DeNaples and businessman Robert Kulick.
D'Elia's attorney said in yesterday's motion that his client's health has been poor since hernia surgery this year and he now must use a cane.
Prosecutors this year dropped perjury charges against DeNaples in an agreement that required him to turn over the business to his daughter. Kulick was sentenced last month to 37 months on a weapons charge.
D'Elia's attorney said in yesterday's motion that his client's health has been poor since hernia surgery this year and he now must use a cane.
Prosecutors this year dropped perjury charges against DeNaples in an agreement that required him to turn over the business to his daughter. Kulick was sentenced last month to 37 months on a weapons charge.
