What was Salvatore Riina's nickname due to his short stature?
Totò 'u Curtu
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Answer
Salvatore Riina was a Sicilian mafioso and head of the Corleonesi clan. His nickname, Totò'u Curtu, was given to him because of his short stature. Riina was one of the most powerful and feared men in Italy and was responsible for the deaths of hundreds of people. He was eventually arrested and convicted of multiple murders and sentenced to life in prison.
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