John Gotti’s grandson, Carmine Agnello, married Ariana Puran just days before he was scheduled to report to federal prison, despite Puran having previously accused him of assault.
Agnello began serving his sentence on Aug. 10 and is now in federal custody for a 15-month term following a wire fraud conviction.
Before their wedding, Puran accused the 40-year-old Agnello of attacking her on June 2. New York State court records show that he faces charges of third-degree assault, criminal obstruction of breathing and criminal mischief in connection with the alleged incident. Agnello has pleaded not guilty.
Prosecutors allege the confrontation began after Agnello, the son of Victoria Gotti, suspected that Puran had been unfaithful to him.
Court filings reviewed by Oxygen state that Agnello demanded access to Puran’s phone before allegedly pushing and shoving her. He is also accused of slapping and punching her in the face, then placing both hands around her neck.
Although the criminal case remains pending, Puran told Newsday she did not intend to pursue it. Agnello’s attorney told the publication that the sides are working toward a resolution.
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Why Is Carmine Agnello in Prison?
Separately, the Department of Justice said Agnello pleaded guilty in September 2024 to a wire fraud count tied to allegations that he diverted $1.1 million in federal loans intended to help small businesses weather the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal prosecutors said Agnello applied for and received at least three loans from the Small Business Administration’s COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan program between April 2020 and November 2021.
The funds were issued in the name of Agnello’s business, Crown Auto Parts & Recycling LLC. Prosecutors alleged that he spent the money on unauthorized purposes, including a $420,000 investment in a cryptocurrency venture.
Investigators also alleged that Agnello falsely stated he had no criminal history when seeking the loans. They noted that he had a misdemeanor conviction dating back to 2018.