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The history and nefarious fugitives of the FBI's Most Wanted list

On March 1950, the FBI debuted its “Ten Most Wanted" list

The history and nefarious fugitives of the FBI's Most Wanted list
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16/06/2025 14:00 ‧ 1 day from now | StarsInsider

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The term "most wanted" gets thrown around a lot in Hollywood movies and crime TV shows, but what do we really know about the FBI's official Ten Most Wanted fugitives list? The FBI doesn't use the term "most wanted" lightly, and reserves the designation only for individuals who they see as a primary threat to the public or the political interests of the United States, and who have proven more than just a little bit difficult to catch.

So, how did the Most Wanted list get started, and who has been so 'honored' with a spot? Read on to find out.

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