William Francis Sutton Jr. (June 30, 1901 – November 2, 1980) was an American bank robber. During his forty-year robbery career he stole an estimated $2 million, and he eventually spent more than half of his adult life in prison and escaped three times. For his talent at executing robberies in disguises, he gained two nicknames, "Willie the Actor" and "Slick Willie". Sutton is also known as the namesake of the so-called Sutton's law, although he denied originating it.
Willie Sutton
bank robber
Notable For
American bank robber
Willie Sutton's Historical Timeline
Willie Sutton is born
Willie Sutton bank robber, known for american bank robber, was born on 1901-06-30. William Francis Sutton Jr. (June 30, 1901 – November 2, 1980) was an American bank robber.
American bank robber Willie Sutton (28) weds Louise Leudemann
American bank robber Willie Sutton (28) weds Louise Leudemann
Associated Historical Events
birth
Willie Sutton is born
Willie Sutton bank robber, known for american bank robber, was born on 1901-06-30. William Francis Sutton Jr. (June 30, 1901 – November 2, 1980) was an American bank robber.
American bank robber Willie Sutton (28) weds Louise Leudemann
American bank robber Willie Sutton (28) weds Louise Leudemann
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Willie Sutton born?
- Willie Sutton was born on 1901-06-30.
- What is Willie Sutton known for?
- American bank robber
- What historical events involved Willie Sutton?
- Willie Sutton was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including Willie Sutton is born, American bank robber Willie Sutton (28) weds Louise Leudemann.
- When did Willie Sutton die?
- Willie Sutton died on 1980-01-01.