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The Getaway Driver
Claude Carr is the greatest getaway driver on planet earth. He helped the infamous Johnson Brothers in London, pull off the greatest bank robbery of all time in 2013. He helped them again in 2025, pulling off another daring bank heist, this time on the island of Ibiza, it was the Grand Pamela Bank they stole from, running home with over 40 million euros. Claude was also a champion street racer on the island of Mallorca, not once had anybody else ever beaten him in a single race. However Claude Carr began his criminal career as a car thief within the city of New York. This is his legendary origin story, full of crime, police chases and plenty of thrills!
By Joseph Roy Wright10 months ago in Criminal
Con Man Dan
Con Man Dan was someone you didn't want to deal with, not ever! He was a con artist (hence his nickname), one who stole from the elderly and gullible youth, preying on innocent idiots and naive aspiring actors, artists, authors, musicians and social media influencers who were willing to do anything to be rich and famous. Don't think for a second that you're somebody special if you do any of the above, millions if not billions of people all across the globe dream of fame. It is by design, it's how big tech companies keep you glued to your phone screens. It's also how self help books sell like hot cakes on the internet. Most of them are full of bullshit and the simple truth behind why they sell so well in the first place, is because hundreds of desperate people are willing to fork over mountains of cash for something that promises them the fame and fortune they seek. That, in a nutshell is what a scam is. A broken promise. Buy this book and you'll know how to make money, the first chapter reads; "sell people a book promising success and they'll buy it, just like you bought this one and that's how you make money". It's that simple and Con Man Dan was a pro at this deception, only at least the self help books might actually help you (unlikely but true), Dan's cons were far less forgiving. He mostly operated in the city of New York (occasionally nipping to LA, especially around Hollywood to fool desperate wannabe celebrities, into buying into his false promises). He lived in the big apple and knew there were a lot (and I mean A LOT) of young business men who wanted to be the next wolf of Wall street. Yet, Dan knew too well that the movies made this gig look way too easy and fun. The Hollywood movies will lie, saying almost anyone can become a millionaire wall street trader overnight. Reality is always far more difficult and Dan knew that far too well. He was an older man, who often preyed on the impressionable youth who still believed in those fantastical dreams. He ran a classic investment scam on many young Americans, "invest with MegaTech (an electronics company he made up) and I can promise you, in a year's time; you'll quadruple your stock value! MegaTech is a new upcoming company that will take Silicon Valley by storm!" Con Man Dan would exclaim to them, smiling his salesman's grin, he'd even go so far as to show them fake sales charts of the company's success over the recent years. Of course many knew this was too good to be true, yet very few actually believed in his lies and that's all Dan needed. Just a few. Even if it was just one dumb kid (or elderly nanny) who believed him, he knew he'd be walking home a rich man, leaving them poor and enraged! He did not care, that scumbag! Well, one day he scammed the wrong woman. Her name was Maria Samaris, an elderly lady (of course) who put her trust into Dan's fake persona and false assurances that he only wished to help invest her retirement money properly. Dan pulled off this exact scam a million times before, however what he didn't count on was the fact Maria was related to some very serious, scary and deadly crime family. He had ripped off the grandmother of Tommy Samaris, the leader of his very own mafia making moves within the city of New York. Once news of Con Man Dan's greatest mistake got out, Tommy ordered gangsters far and wide to hunt down and kill the bastard. Dan caught news of this and ran! Leaving the city to hide out in the nearby countryside, thinking he was safe, Dan moved into an isolated motel and began new cons on small town folk who were easy prey. Of course, The Samaris heard about this sooner or later, they ordered a man and woman of the gang to Dan in disguise, pretending to be clueless foreigners on a romantic holiday away from Italy. The Samaris crime family was Italian/American after all, so pretending to be dumb tourists was all too easy. "Can you show us on motel laptop?" The woman asked Dan, purposely speaking broken English just to trick him further. "Oh, why yes of course!" He smiled, blissfully unaware of the trap he was walking into, as he entered their motel room. "Where is your computer?" Dan asked smiling, then he suddenly looked terrified as the male tourist pulled out a silenced pistol. "Tommy Samaris sends his regards." The man said coldly, before drilling Con Man Dan with half a dozen bullets. Dan fell back onto the hotel room's bed, staining the sheets red with his blood, killing him instantly. So ended the tale of Con Man Dan.
By Joseph Roy Wright10 months ago in Criminal
Smokey's Gun
Within New Jersey, there was a gang of bikers, calling themselves The Snakes, and each member all had different nicknames. The leader was Smokey, a big bald fella with a million tattoos, a thick manly goatee and a black leather vest that he always wore with his black jeans and army boots. He never wore a helmet, driving his bike with next to no protection, just made him seem all the more badass! Smokey also had a gun, that being a gold painted Desert Eagle, looking like the rare pistol you'll find in that New Order Of Alexandria video game, which was a popular, military shooter at the time. The game was Nick named; "Smokey's Gun" as he always carried it around like some kind of prized trophy, buried under the strap of his belt like some cowboy's revolver holster. Smokey wasn't afraid to use his gun either, often killing those of his gang that stepped out of line. Bang! Just like that, no warning, not even a moment of terror, he'd just end your life in millisecond without any hesitation. It was horrifying to witness and think about, his whole gang were always on the edge of their seat because of how ruthless of a killer Smokey was. Nobody even knew what his true name was (because surely, nobody on earth is actually named Smokey by their parents, right?). Those who dared to ask, also got a bullet to the brain. The message was simple; don't question or disobey Smokey, or you're dead meat! There were some who conspired against him though, although Smokey was terrifying and certainly intimidating, a good gang leader also needs to be charismatic and well liked among his peers, otherwise resentment and jealousy will eventually reveal its ugly head. That's exactly what happened to Smokey, the gang noticed he never figured rival gangsters or nosey police men, always relying on his golden pistol to do the job. It was obvious to everyone that this almost fifty years old gang leader was no martial artist. So much younger, yet equally scary biker began to plot against him. His nickname was; "Cobra" but unlike Smokey, everyone knew Cobra's true name which was; Jerry May. Knowing his real identity made the man far less mysterious and respected among the gang, but Cobra was adamant that he could run the bikers better with less intimidation and more friendly team work. He neglected the fact that The Snakes were a gang of tough guys and gals who wouldn't listen to kindness or politeness, actively rebelling against their own leaders if they showed any weakness. Cobra genuinely believed he was safe from such betrayals, but he'd soon learn just how wrong he really was for even thinking that. So one night, after a long day of gang warfare, when everyone had their guard down; Cobra decided to strike like a snake in the grass. Smokey was high as fuck, watching TV in the gang's private bar, smoking several ounces of marijuana. In fact, a lot of the bikers were. This made it all too easy for Cobra to sneak up on Smokey and steal his golden gun straight out of his jacket pocket. "Wait!" Smokey screamed as Cobra aimed the pistol at his head and fired! A loud bang followed by bloody gore exploded in the room. Everyone stood and screamed. "What have you done?!" One of the terrified bikers asked. "He was a joke!" Cobra laughed, aiming the gun at the scared biker, "I'm in charge now. I got Smokey's Gun, so that makes me leader, see!" "You think any of us would want to work for you after this?!" Another biker yelled, pulling out a pistol of his own, "that's not how it works, Cobra!" Then he fired four times, shooting the assassin in the head, shoulder, knees and toes. Cobra fell with a great big thud! Dying out on the ground, the other bikers gathered round him and began kicking and punching the traitor to death. They buried his body the next day, knowing how to avoid police detection. The man who killed Cobra, was nicknamed Snake Eyes, he was the one to eventually take over as leader of the gang. Unlike Cobra, Snake Eyes really appreciated Smokey, he was a great boss of The Snakes. Snake Eyes struggled to keep the gang on top, as organised crime was no easy feat. Yet, despite this, the gang respected him far more than Cobra could ever dream. Of course Snake Eyes got Smokey's Gun, which in time became Snakes Eyes Gun. So ends this tale of the shake in the grass who got what he deserved. Nobody missed Cobra, in time, nobody will even remember who he was, yet Smokey will always live on in the hearts of The Snakes. Forever and always.
By Joseph Roy Wright10 months ago in Criminal
Death by Easter Egg
Death by Easter Egg In a town in the northwest of England, the thought of Easter filled the air with excitement. The streets were brightly filled with colorful Easter Eggs, and families buzzed joyously about their Easter preparations. However, hidden in this festive atmosphere was the troubled heart of Jason, a man known to some as Dr. Gloom. He nursed a dark obsession for Betty, a lovely woman whose laughter and kindness made her a outstanding figure in the village. Driven by jealousy and a growing bitterness, Jason plotted to take away the very essence of happiness that Betty embodied. Why? because he seen her talking to a man in the supermarket one day. He meticulously crafted a beautiful Easter egg, a delicious-looking confection that sparkled with promise but was laced with a potent poison that would seal her fate.
By Marie381Uk 10 months ago in Criminal
Happiness is illusion
The night was heavy. The room lay in complete darkness, broken only by the soft, rhythmic creak of the ceiling fan. Though it spun slowly, it made a sound loud enough to wake the dead. An owl perched on the window sill, its glowing eyes fixed on me—as if watching over a sleeping corpse.
By Malak MAAZ10 months ago in Criminal
Sinners (2025)
Sinners (2025): A Haunting Tale of Music, Blood, and Legacy Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is a genre-defying film that intertwines supernatural horror with historical drama, set against the backdrop of 1932 Mississippi. The narrative follows twin brothers Elijah "Smoke" and Elias "Stack" (both portrayed by Michael B. Jordan), World War I veterans returning to Clarksdale to open a juke joint for the Black community. Their cousin, Sammie Moore (Miles Caton), a young blues prodigy, becomes the focal point of a nightmarish encounter with vampires drawn to his music.
By James Brock10 months ago in Criminal
The Crimson Ace. AI-Generated.
Detective Lena Ward had seen her fair share of blood, but the scene in the abandoned warehouse on 5th and Mercer chilled her more than usual. A man in his late 30s lay sprawled in a pool of crimson, a joker card placed carefully on his chest. No fingerprints, no murder weapon. Only the card and the message "TWO DOWN" carved into the concrete with what appeared to be a screwdriver. The victim, Marcus Klein, was a defense attorney known for getting high-profile criminals off the hook. Lena recognized his face instantly. Two weeks ago, the same calling card was left on the body of a corrupt judge. Same message, different number: “ONE DOWN.”
By Md Nusaib Ul Islam10 months ago in Criminal
Walk the Plank. AI-Generated.
It had rained all night in the city of Fairview. The streets still shimmered under the morning haze, the scent of wet asphalt hanging in the air. At precisely 6:47 AM, the body of Terrence Hall—a respected community leader and activist—was discovered lying face-down near the old shipyard, a rotting plank from a cargo crate splintered beside him. His skull had been crushed. No signs of a struggle. No weapon in sight.
By Abdurrahman Abdurrahman10 months ago in Criminal
