The End of Al Capone's Career

Abstract

The study presents the end of Al Capone’s criminal career, emphasizing that the notorious gangster was imprisoned not for his violent crimes but for tax evasion. The author highlights the corruption and impotence of the Chicago police, as well as the persistence and precision of the federal tax investigators. The analysis demonstrates that the financial investigation represented a remarkable methodological success in the fight against organized crime. At the same time, the story underscores that the effectiveness of law enforcement largely depends on professional expertise and the curbing of corruption.