Darcy Dugan
Darcy Dugan | |
|---|---|
| Born | 29 August 1920 |
| Died | 22 August 1991 (aged 70) |
| Occupation(s) | Bank robber, prison escape artist |
| Criminal status | Commuted to life in prison |
| Spouse | Jan Simmonds |
| Convictions | Bank robbery, Prison escapee |
| Criminal penalty | Death |
Darcy Ezekiel Dugan (29 August 1920 – 22 August 1991) was an Australian bank robber and New South Wales' most notorious prison escaper. During his criminal career he committed numerous armed holdups, mostly of banks, but also even of a hospital. However, he became more famous for his daring escapes than for his the crimes for which he was convicted.