Originally Posted By: olivant
Originally Posted By: Immobiliare
For example, he could expose the inner workings of the compound or he could provide information to Micheal's enemies - such as the fact that Senator Gearry 'belongs' to him. Not to mention how much he already knows about Micheal, factors that could be used against him, such as the murders he has committed etc.



1) Of course, the inner workings of the compound could not possibly have been know to the two assassins who attempted to murder Michael nor to the person or persons who murdered the two assassins. Oh no.

2) Senator Geary's belonging to anyone was moot long before Fredo's murder.

3) Michael only committed two murders both of which were judicially disposed of long ago. Fredo was not privy to any murders Michael ordered nor would such knowledge, had he possessed it, placed Michael in any legal jeopardy as the attorney's on the Board will so confirm.


Fredo knew of the murder of Johnny Ola and the initial attempt on Roth's life. He also knew of the incident with took place in his brothel between Gearry, Neri and the prostitute.

Fredo was Micheals brother, he had inside knowledge of his operations and knew what his weak points were. I may not be able to point to specific instances in which Fredo could use these attributes, but to dismiss them completely is ignorant.

Even as a worse case scenario, Fredo could have himself attempted to take Micheals's life, angered at being banished from the family. Considering the resentment he felt towards Micheal, this situation is quite plausible.