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The Black Panther: The Notorious Criminal Who Evaded Justice for A Decade
The evil man, who was an atrocious robber and a barbaric murderer, was caught only by chance after a ten-year hunt.
The 1970s were a time of terror in central England as a vicious killer walked freely, evading justice, on the streets for 10 years. As his ruthless crimes petrified the country, Donald Neilson, also known as the Black Panther, swiftly murdered people as quickly as a panther.
Yet, what caused the police a decade-long hunt to catch this brutal criminal? Was it because of his smartness or the negligence of the justice system? Here, let me share the horrifying story of the Black Panther and his dark crimes.
A Bullied Child and A Tempting World of Crimes
Born on August 1, 1936, Donald Neilson had a difficult life growing up in Bradford, UK. Due to his father’s strict discipline, Donald felt no emotional connection to him. However, he was fond of his mother, who sadly died when he was only 10 years old.
While life at home was not any easier, Donald’s school life had been plagued with bullies. The fact that he was not tall caused him to be mocked throughout his youth. Unfortunately, this insecurity of not…
