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Michael De Guzman orchestrated the largest gold mine scam in history, convincing investors to pour money into a mine that held no gold.
By 1938, $18 million a year was being bet on Chicago's policy gambling, with 4,200 stations serving 100,000 players in the city's black communities.
Two armed masked men robbed a bank in Spokane, Washington, using a homemade bomb to threaten hostages during the violent crime spree in 1996.
Five people, including actress Sharon Tate, were found brutally murdered at her home on August 8, 1969, marking a turning point in American crime history.
Ian Brady, the notorious Moors murderer, left a briefcase with his lawyers before his death, potentially containing information about his last victim's location.
In 1995, three members of Essex's organized crime underworld were murdered in a Range Rover, leading to a high-profile investigation and numerous conspiracy theories.
In Kentucky, the marriage of Mike Turpin and Beth Zender unraveled into a murder plot driven by a $60,000 insurance payout and hidden secrets.
Seven armed gunmen, known as the Texas 7, rob a sporting goods store on Christmas Eve 2000, leading to the murder of police officer Aubrey Hawkins.
James 'Whitey' Bulger's criminal activities in Boston are examined alongside Frank Sheeran's confessions about his role in the assassination of Jimmy Hoffa.
An estimated 70% of Egypt's antiquities remain buried, complicating efforts to combat the theft and smuggling of cultural heritage.
On February 11, 1996, a farmer discovered the abandoned Jeep of the Mueller family, who had vanished without a trace weeks earlier in Arkansas.
Two prominent citizens in Luxy, Mississippi, were murdered in their home in 1987, leading to a lengthy investigation into local corruption and organized crime.
Tilly Devine, a notorious brothel madam and drug dealer in post-World War I Sydney, built a criminal empire marked by violence and vice.
Two convicted felons escaped from a transport in Alabama on May 21, 1996, leading to a violent crime spree that included kidnappings and vehicle thefts.
In the UK, a hijacked helicopter facilitates England's first prison escape, while in Australia, an escapee known as the Postcard Bandit taunts authorities with photos.
In the late 1980s, the "Coin Shop Killer" terrorized Alaska and the Pacific Northwest while a separate case in Colorado involved a sadistic attacker linked to law enforcement.
26-year-old Lorenzo 'Fatcat' Nichols distributes cocaine and heroin to mid-level dealers, charging $50,000 for a kilo during the 1980s drug crisis in Queens.
Chile's dark history under dictator Augusto Pinochet is examined through testimonies of survivors and new evidence of secret extermination camps.
The Naham 3 hostage situation illustrates the complexities of modern piracy, as 29 fishermen are held captive by Somali pirates for nearly five years.
George Lumis settled in Sangerfield, New York, in 1802, where he transformed from a farmer into the leader of a notorious criminal gang.
In 1970s Montreal, Frank 'Dooney' Ryan builds a cocaine empire worth over $90 billion, facing fierce rivalries with the Italian mafia along the way.
Maria Sanutti-Spencer, influenced by her father's alleged mob ties, becomes the prime suspect in her husband's murder shortly after their separation.
Andrei Chikatilo, known as the Butcher of Rostov, killed at least 52 victims in the Soviet Union between 1978 and 1990 before his capture.
Wolfgang Priklopil, Josef Fritzl, Donald Neilson, and Ariel Castro are examined for their roles in the prolonged captivity and abuse of young women.
In the Dominican Republic, illegal street racing has evolved into a dangerous subculture among teenagers, characterized by high-speed stunts, camaraderie, and risk-taking.
Carl Williams, a notorious Australian underworld figure, was convicted of multiple murders, including those of Mark Mallia, Jason Moran, and Lewis Moran, leading to a 35-year prison sentence.
As many as 70 gangs have operated in London since the 1900s, engaging in gun battles, drug dealing, and robberies across the city.
A gunman forced 13-year-old Amy McNeil into a sedan on January 11, 1985, leading to a tense ransom situation and a fatal FBI shoot-out.
Scotland Yard questioned a woman about a disputed will for ten hours in 1977, revealing a pattern of manipulation involving elderly men.
John Duffy and David Mulcahy, known as the Railway Killers, are re-examined by former Detective Chief Inspector Jackie Malton for their coordinated crimes against women in Britain.
Todd Kohlhepp, a convicted serial killer from Spartanburg, South Carolina, was previously incarcerated for kidnapping and raping a girl at age 14 before committing multiple murders.
1,500 inmates, many serving life sentences for murder, are held in the Grineer Canada Prison, home to the largest concentration of Maras in Guatemala.
In Puglia, the Sacra Corona Unita, Italy's fourth mafia, operates extensively in drug trafficking and extortion, prompting women to mobilize against its influence.
Dennis Allen, the oldest son of Melbourne crime matriarch Kath Pettingill, is examined for his extreme brutality compared to his criminal siblings.
Cocaine production is at its highest rate in history, with millions of users worldwide and four casual users from the UK discussing their experiences.
The triple murder of three members of Essex's organized crime underworld leads to the conviction of two men, while conspiracy theories about the case persist.
Gary and Martin Kemp explore Glasgow's violent gangland history and rivalries in Britain.
Seth manages the store while facing challenges and changes in the Gold family's pawn shop.
Richard Kuklinski, known as the 'Iceman,' claimed to have murdered up to 100 people over a criminal career that spanned three decades.
A text message becomes the pivotal evidence in a meticulously planned murder case in the United States, revealing a revenge plot and the complexities of betrayal.
Libera, a nationwide network of 1,600 associations, helps young offenders like Fatima escape from a life of crime before they are recruited by the mafia.
Luke, a hitman recently released from prison, faces a moral dilemma when offered a contract to kill the chief of the Central Bureau of Investigations.
Almost 80% of bank robberies in Australia occur in Sydney, where convicted robbers discuss their motivations and the impact on victims.
Dino Dibra, a notorious figure in Melbourne's underworld, rose from a tough upbringing in Sunshine to become a multiple murderer and drug dealer.
In Tegucigalpa, Honduras, gang members face significant challenges in rehabilitation due to tattoos that signify their violent pasts and affiliations with gangs like MS13 and 18.
A knife attack in Victorian Manchester left a teenage gang member fatally wounded, marking a turning point in the city's gang violence.
The disappearance and suspected murder of 18-year-old Trudie Adams in Sydney's Northern Beaches highlights issues of organized crime and police corruption.
Billy "The Texan" Longley may have killed up to 16 people, including his first wife, during his notorious criminal career in Melbourne.
