Suds Merrick
Suds Merrick | |
|---|---|
| Died | 1884 Irish-American |
| Occupation | Criminal |
| Known for | New York gang leader and river pirate during the 1860s and 70s; co-led the Hook Gang with Terry Le Strange until 1874. |
Suds Merrick (died 1884) was a New York river pirate and member of the
Auburn State Prison in 1874.[2] Following this incident, Merrick turned control of the Hookers to Bum Mahoney although he would remain with the gang in a limited capacity until his death in 1884.[3]
References
- ISBN 0-374-52899-3
- ISBN 1-56025-275-8
- ISBN 0-8108-1877-9
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