Harry Aleman, born as Alemán Jr., was an American mobster and hitman notorious for his involvement in organized crime activities during the late 20th century. Harry Aleman was born on January 19, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois and he became a key figure in the Chicago Outfit, a prominent criminal organization.
Known as a skilled hitman, Aleman gained notoriety for his involvement in numerous murders and contract killings. He was involved in various illicit activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, and racketeering. Aleman was recognized for his ability to carry out his orders with precision, often leaving no traces behind that could link him to the crimes he committed.
However, Aleman's criminal activities eventually caught up with him when he was arrested in 1972 and charged with the murder of a Teamsters Union steward, William Logan. The trial that followed was highly publicized and garnered significant media attention. Aleman managed to evade conviction during this trial, with a key witness refusing to testify, leading to a mistrial.
Nevertheless, Aleman's legal battles continued, and in 1977, he was retried and found guilty of the Logan murder. Subsequently, he was sentenced to 100 to 300 years in prison. Aleman's conviction was significant as it marked the first time that a Chicago Outfit hitman was successfully prosecuted for murder.
Throughout his life, Harry Aleman remained a prominent figure in the American criminal underworld and his name became synonymous with organized crime in Chicago. He passed away on May 15, 2010, while serving his life sentence in prison.
