Mickey Duffy
Mickey Duffy (born Michael Joseph Duffy, 1890 – August 30, 1931) was a prominent Prohibition-era gangster and bootlegger from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was also known as Michael Joseph Dougherty and George Wilson.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Duffy was born in 1890 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Irish immigrants and grew up in the city's Kensington neighborhood. Duffy's criminal career began in his teenage years when he became involved in petty theft and burglary.
Prohibition Era[edit | edit source]
During the Prohibition era, Duffy became a prominent bootlegger, controlling a significant portion of the illegal alcohol trade in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He was known for his violent tactics and his rivalry with fellow bootlegger Max "Boo Boo" Hoff.
Death and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Duffy was murdered in his sleep at the Ambassador Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey on August 30, 1931. His murder remains unsolved. Despite his criminal activities, Duffy is remembered as a significant figure in the history of Prohibition-era organized crime.
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