The Don Just... Escapes

Above:Aftermath of the DOn shooting (couldn't find a good vid of the Don getting shot, this also shows how Freddo became such a mess

In 1945, Corleone is nearly assassinated when he refuses the request of Virgil Sollozzo to invest in a heroin operation and use his political contacts for the operation's protection. At the meeting for the request, Sonny asked a question that suggested that unlike his father, he was interested in the offer; after the meeting, Corleone warns his son that he should never let anyone but the family in on his thinking. Corleone is supposed to be driven home by his bodyguard, Paulie Gatto (a soldier in the Clemenza regime), along with his son Fredo. When the Don finds that Paulie is not there, Fredo tells him that Paulie has called in sick that day due to a cold. The Don crosses the street to buy oranges and other fruits from a street vendor. At that time, two of Sollozzo's hitmen come out from the shadows with guns drawn. Realizing the situation, the Don tries to sprint back to his Cadillac but he is shot five times in his thighs and arms. Fredo tries to help his father, but fumbles with his gun and can't get to him in time.