Charles McDonnell | |
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| Born | November 18, 1841 Manhattan, New York, United States |
| Died | August 15, 1888 (aged 46) Manhattan, New York, United States |
| Resting place | Birmingham, Connecticut, United States |
| Nationality | Irish-American |
| Other names | Lightning Charlie |
| Occupation | Police officer |
| Employer | New York City Police Department |
| Known for | NYPD police captain responsible for the capture of a number of high-profile criminals, most notably, procuress Jane the Grabber in 1875. |
Charles McDonnell (November 18, 1841 – August 14, 1888) was an American law enforcement officer and police captain in the New York City Police Department. Popularly known as "Lightning Charlie", he was responsible for a number of high-profile arrests during the 1870s/80s, including those of procuress Jane the Grabber and gambler Samuel S. Brewster.