Ep 4. The Unexplained Murder of Bugsy Siegel

BuzzFeed's Unsolved: True Crime Season 5 Episode 4 dives into the unsolved murder of Bugsy Siegel, one of America's most notorious gangsters. Siegel was the mastermind behind the formation of Las Vegas and a founding member of the infamous Mafia syndicate, Murder Inc., but his life was cut short at the age of 41.

The episode begins with the backstory of Siegel's rise to power, detailing his involvement with the Mafia and his role in the creation of the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. However, as the episode progresses, a darker side of Siegel is revealed, including rumors of his involvement in drug and arms dealing.

The show explores the possible reasons for Siegel's murder and the potential suspects, including his former associates in the Mafia and even his own family members. Through interviews with experts and experts in the field of organized crime, as well as archived footage and photos, the episode paints a vivid picture of the criminal underworld of the 1940s and posits theories on what could have ultimately led to Siegel's death.

As with every episode of BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime, hosts Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej bring their unique blend of humor and skepticism to the investigation, attempting to sort fact from fiction and find the truth behind the murder of Bugsy Siegel.