User:Auric/Car Barn Bandits


Car Barn Bandits
Founded1900s
Founded byGustave Marx, Harvey Van Dine, and Peter Neidermeier
Years active1903-1904
TerritoryChicago
Membership (est.)3
Criminal activitiesArmed robbery, theft, murder
AlliesEmil Roeski

The Car Barn Bandits were a criminal gang composed of Gustave Marx, Harvey Van Dine, and Peter Neidermeier. They attempted to rob a train but their plan went awry. They were captured after a massive effort and sentenced to hang after a long trial.

Robberies

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The gang committed several small robberies, and eventually decided to rob a train.

Escape and Capture

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The trio were eventually captured in the swamps near Liverpool, Indiana after a running all-day battle with Chicago police.

Trial and hanging

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The trio were put on trial and convicted of first degree murder. During the trial, Niedermier attempted suicide by eating a box of matches and opening his veins.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Chicago Bandit Attempts Suicide". The Minneapolis Journal. 18 Apr 1904. p. 1. Retrieved 11 October 2015 – via Newspapers.com.
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