Tag Archives: Crime
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10 Popular Crime Families in the World
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17 Intriguing Thuggee Facts
To date, there is no organized cult of killers that has claimed more lives than Thuggee, who last existed in the 1800s. Thuggee refers to the actions conducted by thugs, a group of organized gangs that robbed and killed people to appease their goddess in the Indian subcontinent. Here are some more intriguing thuggee facts.…… Read More »
17 Amazing Lucky Luciano Facts
During the 20th century, mafia families reigned and caused havoc all over the United States. Throughout that time, many came forward, but very few had the impacts that Lucky Luciano did. Here, we look at some mind-blowing facts about the gang leader and his escapades. 1. He Was Born Salvatore Luciana Born to Antonio Lucania…… Read More »
11 Mind-Blowing Ruja Ignatova Facts
Over time, the world has experienced fraudsters from all walks of life. Some were killed, some were caught by the authorities, and some, as you are about to find out, vanished into thin air (quite literally). Ruja Ignatova was a good dancer who knew when to leave the stage. She hatched a plan, executed it…… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13631 – Thwarted Car Theft
6 Intriguing Paul Castellano Facts
The Chicken Man. Big Paulie. The Pope. PC. The Beak. What do these names have in common? You are right; they are all nicknames used to refer to the once head of the Gambino family, Paul Castellano. He was big, feared, and commanded loads of respect from the entire mafia families in the United States.…… Read More »
20 Interesting Real Life Cases of Deception and Trickery
Throughout history, humans have proven to be both creative and cunning when it comes to deceiving others. Deception and trickery are age-old practices that have been employed for various reasons, ranging from personal gain to political intrigue. In this article, we delve into some real-life cases of deception and trickery that have left a lasting…… Read More »
Mafia Hierarchy Structure
The word “mafia” commands an extraordinary aura. Also known as La Cosa Nostra or the Mob, there are about 5 recognized mafia families in New York alone. They include Lucchese, Genovese, Bonnano, Colombo, and Gambino, most involving Italian Americans. However, what is a mafia? What does it do? When did it start? Do you have…… Read More »