By Vic Walter And Krista Kjellman

Nov 16, 2006 10:44am

Fugitive Boston Mob Boss Spotted at Gangster Flick?

One of the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives was reportedly spotted catching a flick that may have hit home for him. FBI agents are investigating the sighting of a man resembling James "Whitey" Bulger, who was seen leaving a San Diego movie theater showing "The Departed" last month.  Bulger is wanted by the FBI for committing a range of crimes, including 18 counts of murder, extortion, narcotics distribution and money laundering.  According to the FBI, these crimes were committed "in connection with his leadership of an organized crime group … in the Boston, Massachusetts area," — much like Jack Nicholson’s character in the movie. THE BLOTTER RECOMMENDS Online Bookie Bust Finds Ties to Washington Baseball Scout Fugitive Alert on the Riviera Click Here to See Who’s Blowing Hot, Cool and Smoke Today on the Brian Ross Page Despite a $1 million reward on his head, Bulger has eluded capture for 11 years.  Investigators say Bulger uses a variety of disguises to avoid detection. ABC News has learned the security videotapes obtained by the FBI from the theater show a man wearing a floppy fishing hat, sunglasses and a windbreaker. "At this time, no one has concluded that the individual in question is in fact, James Bulger," the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Boston told ABC News. "However, as is done with all reported sightings and other lead information, logical and appropriate investigative steps are being taken in cooperation with law enforcement officials in San Diego." Members of the Bulger Fugitive Task Force have investigated several sightings of his whereabouts in different parts of the country and in foreign countries since the warrant was issued for his capture.  "This is an ongoing priority fugitive investigation for the FBI. As such, we will continue to pursue all investigative leads," the FBI told ABC News.  "Individuals who believe they have information concerning this matter [Bulger] are requested to contact the San Diego FBI at telephone number (858) 565-1255 or the Boston FBI at telephone number (617) 742-5533."

User Comments

Get Whitey!
Sic him!

Posted by: Jim Smith | November 16, 2006, 11:55 am 11:55 am

Just like Dillinger. Of course, Nicholson is no Myrna Loy.

Posted by: Richard Green | November 16, 2006, 11:58 am 11:58 am

Tom Vaitys- Well two thing’s for sure The Departed was an outstanding movie (4 stars) and Jack Nicholson did a great job acting.
Hey at least Mr. Bulger wasn’t pinched watching Borat

Posted by: Tom Vaitys | November 16, 2006, 12:19 pm 12:19 pm

It is probably the movie studio that sent someone out there dressed up in disguise, called in the -sighting- to the cops, to promote the movie… you never know…

Posted by: exysterium | November 16, 2006, 12:47 pm 12:47 pm

You can’t catch Whitey. He’s living in my basement

Posted by: pete | November 16, 2006, 12:54 pm 12:54 pm

He’s been out there for 11 years and they haven’t caught him yet!

Posted by: lou cohlmeyer | November 16, 2006, 8:20 pm 8:20 pm

Your BASEMENT??? Come to my house Whitey…. you can stay in my sisters room.

Posted by: Andy Santilena | November 18, 2006, 12:54 pm 12:54 pm

One question: how is the Mafia any different than the Movie Studios (specifically the MPAA)? It is my opinion that both are subject to the RICO (Racketeer Influenced Corrupt Organizations) Statute.

Posted by: Andrew Elgert | November 20, 2006, 11:09 pm 11:09 pm

He’s probably teamed up with Jimmy Hoffa and they are going to the movies together.
After 11 years not located in the US I would put my money on him being well dead.

Posted by: DigitalSpy | November 27, 2006, 6:15 pm 6:15 pm

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