John Paul Scott
John Paul Scott | |
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John Paul Scott, Alcatraz prisoner #1403, 4/1/1959 | |
| Born | January 3, 1927 |
| Died | February 22, 1987 (aged 60) |
| Known for | The only known inmate to successfully escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary (recaptured) |
| Criminal status | Deceased in custody |
| Criminal charge | Bank robbery, possession of unregistered firearms |
| Penalty | 30 years in prison |
John Paul Scott (January 3, 1927 – February 22, 1987) was an American criminal who is noted as the only escapee from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary known to have reached the San Francisco shore by swimming. He was recaptured almost immediately.