In the shadowy world of organized crime, one figure emerges as a legendary enigma. Paddy Whacked, born William F. Mahon in Brooklyn's Irish-American community, became infamous for his cunning and ruthlessness on both sides of the law.

This meticulously researched book delves into the life of this notorious gangster, revealing the intricacies of his rise to power and his eventual downfall. With an insider's perspective from those closest to him, Whacked sheds light on a bygone era when corruption and violence ran rampant in America's most impoverished neighborhoods.

From his early days as a small-time hoodlum to his high-profile trials and subsequent escape, the story of Paddy Whacked is a gripping tale of deception and survival. Alongside historical figures like Al Capone and Bugsy Siegel, Whacked brings these infamous gangsters into sharp focus, examining their rise to power and their eventual demise.

Through meticulous research and nuanced interviews with those who knew him best, this book provides an unparalleled look at the life of a true American original.