Frank Gusenberg Got Shot 14 Times and Denied It

In the realm of the mob, snitches are hated. The thought that one thief will turn on another, even if they are rivals, is despised among thieves. Call it honor among thieves. Therefore, the likelihood that someone who does come forward may be attacked or perhaps killed is quite high. But how far do some individuals go with it? Up to Frank Gusenberg's journey.

In 1929, Gusenberg, a hitman for the mob, took part in the horrific St. Valentine's Day Massacre. A rival gang posing as police shot and killed seven gang members. Gusenberg, who was shot a startling 14 times, was one of the victims. Amazingly, Gusenberg was still alive even though his six companions had already passed away. Police arrived and questioned him regarding the shooter. "No one shot me," Gusenberg claimed.

The man refused to provide the killers' identities because six of his companions, including his own brother, were already on ice and his own death was all but certain. Within a few hours, he passed away from his wounds.

Born: October 11, 1893, Lakeview, Chicago, Illinois U.S.
Died: February 14, 1929 (aged 35), Lincoln Park, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.