Curtis Sliwa
Curtis Sliwa is the founder of the neighborhood crime patrolling organization the Guardian Angels.
He was also a radio show host, whose morning program was canceled when Don Imus returned to radio in 2007. In March of 2008 he began hosting a new show which airs on WABC.
Fast Facts
- Born: March 26, 1954
- Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York
- Founded Guardian Angels: 1979
- Ex wife: Lisa Evers
- Was nearly assassinated in 1992, members of John Gotti's family and the Gambino Crime Family were charged
- Authored books about self defense and safety
Guardian Angels
Sliwa founded the Guardian Angels in February of 1979. The organization began with just 13 members. At the time Sliwa was a manager of a MCDonalds in the Bronx. The members took part in safety patrols around the neighborhoods wearing their trademark red berets.
The Guardian Angels have since expanded from a local group to an international organization.
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