‘RHONJ’ Why Did Dina Manzo’s Ex Get A 7-Year Prison Sentence?

When viewers first started watching Real Housewives of New Jersey, it’s unlikely anyone knew what was in store for Dina Manzo’s ex-husband. Thomas Manzo was just hit with a prison sentence of seven years behind bars. Any amount of time spent behind bars is a big deal, but some fans think Thomas deserves more years. What exactly did Thomas do to be given this sentence in the first place? These are the details, along with what fans are saying about this entire scandal.

Thomas Manzo May Serve Seven Years In Prison

The charges against Thomas are serious. The press release via Us Weekly states that Thomas is doing time for “hiring, then assisting, a soldier in the Lucchese Crime Family to assault” a man named David Cantin. David happens to be Dina’s current husband. This crime took place back in 2015, but Thomas is barely facing the music for it now. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger had zero patience for Thomas when making his announcement. He said:

Whether you’re actually in the Mafia or not, hiring the mob to assault someone because of your marital problems is abhorrent. Covering up the role you played only makes it worse. The jury’s verdict, and today’s sentence, make clear that this office will spare no resources to hold accountable anyone who commits such crimes.

For clarity, Dina and Thomas first separated in 2012. Their divorce wasn’t finalized until 2016, though. She tied the knot with David a year after the divorce finalization in 2017.

Real Housewives Of New Jersey Fans Are Bothered By This Scandal

People who’ve been keeping up with episodes of Real Housewives of New Jersey aren’t amused by any of this drama. The idea that Thomas would hire someone to cause David harm is a haunting one. Needless to say, it’s nothing viewers have taken lightly. Some have even shared their brutally honest thoughts on Reddit:

Dina’s ex, Tommy Manzo, sentenced to 7 years in prison
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• “I believe cops didn’t finally put the puzzle pieces together until 2021. Then because the pandemic was still going on, so many cases got delayed. I’m just glad justice was served. I was hoping he’d get more time, but at least Dina can finally have some peace.”
• “What a disgusting crime. Something stinks ugly in that family.”
• “Can they add a 0 behind the seven because it’s been like 10 years since the incident happened, and he needs to be in there for a long time.”
• “He’ll be out in about 3+ years. Sigh. Our criminal justice system is more justice for the criminal system.”

The majority of comments are from social media users who wish Thomas would be given more time behind bars. On the flip side, there are also several fans who feel a great deal of relief for Dina in light of this latest update.

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