The brutal beating death of notorious mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger sent shockwaves through the criminal underworld and the general public alike. And now, justice has been served once again as the second inmate involved in Bulger’s murder has been sentenced.
On October 30, 2018, Whitey Bulger was found beaten to death in his cell at the United States Penitentiary, Hazelton in Bruceton Mills, West Virginia. His death marked the end of a long and violent criminal career that spanned decades and left a trail of bloodshed in its wake.
It was later revealed that Bulger’s murder was carried out by two fellow inmates, Fotios “Freddy” Geas and Paul J. DeCologero, who were both serving time for separate crimes. Geas, a mafia hitman, and DeCologero, a member of the New England Mafia, reportedly lured Bulger into a trap and beat him to death with a padlock stuffed in a sock.
In March 2021, Fotios Geas was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for his role in Bulger’s murder. And now, Paul J. DeCologero has also been sentenced to life in prison for his part in the brutal killing.
During his sentencing hearing, DeCologero expressed remorse for his actions, stating that he never intended for things to escalate to the point of murder. However, the judge was not swayed by his words and handed down the maximum sentence, citing the heinous nature of Bulger’s death and the impact it had on his family and loved ones.
The death of Whitey Bulger marked the end of a notorious criminal career that had spanned decades and left a trail of destruction in its wake. While some may view his murder as a fitting end for a man responsible for so much violence and bloodshed, others see it as a tragic reminder of the brutal and unforgiving nature of the criminal underworld.
The sentencing of the second inmate involved in Bulger’s murder serves as a reminder that justice will always catch up to those who commit heinous acts, no matter how powerful or well-connected they may be. And while Bulger’s death may have brought a sense of closure to some, it also serves as a stark reminder of the violent and deadly world in which he lived.