Dave Courtney

Dave Courtney is a former British gangster who has renounced crime and become both an author as well as a rather curious celebrity figure.

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British - Gangster - Author

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He was once referred to as the Yellow Pages of the Underworld due to his knowledge of the criminal underside of London and association with prominant gangsters such as the notorious twins Ronald and Reginald Kray. Courtney has a lengthy criminal record and was once charged with murder but acquitted.

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London - Ronald - Reginald Kray

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Since renouncing the criminal lifestyle in the 1990s Courtney has written several books, including "Stop The Ride, I Want To Get Off", "The Ride's Back On" and "Dodgy Dave's Little Black Book" and also a magazine column. He runs his own website, is involved in charity work, is currently working on a film called 'Get Courtney', and is even available for after-dinner speeches.

Related Topics:
1990s - Charity

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In 1990 he had a small role in the gangster movie "The Krays"

Related Topics:
1990 - The Krays

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