Fugitive Watch: Wanted by the FBI
Bulger is wanted for crimes committed as the alleged head of a Boston mob.
Jan. 24, 2008— -- James J. Bulger is being sought for his role in numerous muders committed from the early 1970s through the mid-1980s in connection with his leadership of an organized crime group that allegedly controlled extortion, durg deals and other illegal activities in the Boston, Mass., area.
Reward: The FBI is offering a $1 million reward for information leading directly to the arrest of Bulger.
Aliases: Thomas F. Baxter, Mark Shapeton, Jimmy Bulger, James Joseph Bulger, James J. Bulger, Jr., James Joseph Bulger, Jr., Tom Harris, Tom Marshall, "Whitey"
Hair: White/Silver
Eyes: Blue
Sex: Male
Height: 5'7" to 5'9"
Weight: 150 to 160 pounds
Race: White
Nationality: American
Place of Birth: Boston, Mass.
Occupation: Unknown
Scars and Marks: None known.
Remarks: Bulger is an avid reader with an interest in history. He is known to frequent libraries and historic sites. Bulger is currently on the heart medication Atenolol (50 mg) and maintains his physical fitness by walking on beaches and in parks with his female companion, Catherine Elizabeth Greig. Bulger and Greig love animals and may frequent animal shelters. Bulger has been known to alter his appearance through the use of disguises. He has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Canada and Mexico.
Bulger also has a violent temper and is known to carry a knife at all times.
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Contact: If you have any information concerning this person, please contact your local FBI office or the nearest American Embassy or Consulate.