February 8, 2012
Edward Maher (a.k.a. Fast Eddie) saw his money run out and then he was captured in Ozark, Missouri. He had been living quietly on the $1.5 million which he stole in an armored car robbery in London, England.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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