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“It’s a helluva read. Like the ‘passing show’ all journalists cover, crime (and subsequent investigations and court decisions) are a true mark of societal change. From a historical and entertainment point of view, this one is a winner.” - Peter Warren, Winnipeg Free Press

More of Manitoba’s Most Famous True Crimes

By Bill Redekop

Bill is back! With more amazing true crime stories, Bill Redekop reveals the hidden stories behind Manitoba’s most infamous crimes and criminals in this sequel to his now out-of-print bestseller Crimes of the Century: Manitoba’s Most Notorious True Crimes.

Discover why illegal gambling kingpin Stanley Zedd was so beloved by his community that North End residents wept when he was gunned down on Selkirk Avenue. Find out the stunning reasons why “Bureaucrat Bandit” Klaus Burlakow, who pulled in a cool six-figure salary as a senior city administrator, robbed a string of banks for a measly few thousand dollars.

About the Author
Bill Redekop is a journalist with the Winnipeg Free Press. His first book Crimes of the Century, won the 2003 Mary Scorer Award for Best Book by a Manitoba Publisher, and his coverage of the 1997 Red River flood earned him the National Newspaper Award for Feature Writing. He lives in Winnipeg with his wife and child.