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The 27 club is a group of artists who died tragically at the young age of 27. They were some of the most talented minds of their generation, and in their short lives each made an enormous impact. Sadly, many led hard-partying lifestyles, abusing drugs and alcohol. These are the musicians and artists who make up the 27 club.
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Kidnappers
Abducting children and adults, demanding ransoms, and committing grisly murders, kidnappers prey on the weak, innocent and unsuspecting, ranking them among the worst kinds of criminals in society. The kidnappers in this group are among the most notorious, making headlines for their famous hostages or for their violent and controlling behavior.
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Caryl Chessman
Criminal / 1921 - 1960
Caryl Chessman is best known for his controversial conviction for sex crimes and his execution in 1960.
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Caryl Chessman
Caryl Chessman is best known for his controversial conviction for sex crimes and his execution in 1960.
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- Famous Leos
Donald Neilson
Murderer / 1936 -
Donald Neilson is best known as "The Black Panther", the English armed robber and murderer.
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Donald Neilson
Donald Neilson is best known as "The Black Panther", the English armed robber and murderer.
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