Charles McDonnell
Male, Deceased Person
1841 – 1888
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Who was Charles McDonnell?
Charles McDonnell was an American law enforcement officer and police captain in the New York City Police Department. Popularly known as "Lightning Charlie", he was responsible for a number of high-profile arrests during the 1870s/80s, including those of procuress Jane the Grabber and gambler Samuel S. Brewster.
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- Born
- Nov 18, 1841
Manhattan - Religion
- Catholicism
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Employment
- New York City Police Department
- Died
- Aug 14, 1888
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on July 23, 2013
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