Frank DAlfonso, known as Frankie Flowers, was 56 when he was shot to death on July 23, 1985, in Philadelphia. According to reports, two gunmen approached him as he paused to light a cigarette on a street corner near his home; a third man drove a black Cadillac that fled the scene. He was pronounced dead about 45 minutes later at Pennsylvania Hospital.

Police recovered a .38-caliber snub-nosed Smith & Wesson revolver at the scene and sought a second weapon. Robbery was ruled out despite DAlfonso carrying over $1,000, his wallet, and a watch because none of those items were taken. The slaying was believed tied to his role as a major figure in illegal gambling for the old Bruno crime family; investigators had witness descriptions of the two shooters and launched a manhunt.

Does anyone have more information about DAlfonso’s activities in Philadelphia or recall details from the investigation into the two gunmen?