January 22, 2013: Checker Revoked by the Waterfront Commission for Promoting
Gambling on Behalf of the DeCavalcante Crime Family:
Checker Kevin Latham had his license revoked by the Waterfront Commission for promoting gambling. Latham and others were involved in an illegal gambling operation based on the New Jersey Pick-6 lottery involving thousands of betters and jackpots ranging from $30,000.00 to $40,000.00. Latham was identified as a runner in the gambling operation, collecting money and bets from various bettors at the Port and receiving tips when a bettor won. Latham was also identified as the “moneyman,” paying off the winners and taking a portion of the money off the top. The betting ring was headed by Dennis Costello, who pleaded guilty to promoting gambling in Union County Superior Court. Testimony at Latham’s hearing indicated that the DeCavalcante organized crime family was involved with the ring.
Seems like the implication is that Costello is affiliated with the DeCavalcante family but I could not find anything further. Has anyone heard of him before?
Photo of Latham from the report for those who might want it: