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Crime Expert and Author Ron Chepesiuk Uncovers Criminal Legend Frank Matthews in New Book “Black Caesar: The Rise and Disappearance of Frank Matthews, Kingpin”

New York City – On July 2, 1973, Frank Matthews, history’s first African American drug kingpin, jumped bail in New York City with $15 to $20 million – the equivalent of $80 million to $90 million in today’s money. It is believed he took his beautiful mistress, Cheryl Brown with him. Though Matthews is undisputedly […]