Whitey Bulger, Notorious Boston Crime Boss, Found Dead in Prison

James "Whitey" Bulger, one of Boston's most notorious crime figures, has died in prison. He was 89 years old. Bulger, who led the Winter Hill Gang, was convicted in 2013 of participating in 11 murders, along with racketeering, extortion, and money laundering.

Bulger's life was marked by violence and betrayal. He rose through the ranks of Boston's criminal underworld, becoming a powerful figure who controlled gambling, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities. At the same time, he was also an informant for the FBI, providing information on rival gangs in exchange for protection.

This relationship with the FBI, which was supposed to remain secret, became a major scandal when it was revealed in the late 1990s. Critics accused the FBI of turning a blind eye to Bulger's crimes in order to protect their informant. Several FBI agents were later charged with corruption.

Bulger remained a fugitive for 16 years after fleeing Boston in 1994. He was finally captured in Santa Monica, California, in 2011. His trial in 2013 exposed the brutal details of his criminal enterprise and his corrupt relationship with law enforcement. Bulger's death marks the end of a dark chapter in Boston's history, but the legacy of his crimes and the corruption he exposed will continue to be felt for years to come.