Lenny McPherson | |
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| Born | Leonard Arthur McPherson 19 May 1921 Balmain, New South Wales, Australia |
| Died | 28 August 1996 (aged 75) Cessnock Gaol, Australia |
| Known for | Career criminal |
| Parent(s) | William McPherson (father), Nellie McPherson (mother) |
Leonard Arthur McPherson (born Balmain, New South Wales 19 May 1921; died Cessnock, New South Wales, 28 August 1996) was one of the most notorious and powerful Australian career criminals of the late 20th century. McPherson is believed to have controlled most of Sydney's organised crime activity for several decades, alongside his contemporary Abe Saffron (who was dubbed "Mr Sin") and associate, bookmaker George Freeman.