FBI Doubles Reward for Mob Hitman Whitey Bulger

The FBI has increased the reward for information leading to the capture of most-wanted fugitive James J. "Whitey" Bulger to $2 million. One of Boston's most notorious organized crime leaders, Bulger has been on the run from the law since 1994. He disappeared after being indicted for 19 murders. He led the "Winter Hill Gang" in South Boston during the 1970s and 1980s.

More Information:

• Profile of James "Whitey" Bulger
  
• Book Profiles Killer James Whitey Bulger
  
• Bulger FBI Wanted Poster

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