Original Gangsters, a True Crime Talk Podcast

Taking Down the Mob in Las Vegas

Episode Summary

In the episode we interview retired Kansas City Police Department Detective Gary Jenkins. Gary was a key investigator in the legendary "Strawman" case. He helped take down several mobsters from the Chicago and Kansas City crime families. The Strawman case ultimately helped put an end to the Vegas skim. The investigation also inspired Martin Scorsese's film "Casino." Gary is an author, documentary filmmaker, and hosts the Gangland Wire podcast.