„Byli jsme nejlepší kapela, jaká kdy existovala,“ prohlásil kdysi John Lennon. „Nikdo nás nemohl zastavit!“ Nikdo, kromě jednoho obyčejného muže z Texasu jménem Mark David Chapman. Ten kapelu bezmezně obdivoval, ale později došel k závěru, že ho John Lennon zradil. Proto se Chapman vzdal práce v ostraze a nastoupil do letadla mířícího do New Yorku – zbraň i s náboji bezpečně schovanou v zavazadle. A rozhodl se spáchat největší zločin v historii hudby…
Longtime ATF agent Ken Croke, known for his undercover work against white supremacists and gang members, faced a pivotal moment in his career when he encountered an associate of the Pagan Motorcycle Gang. Seizing the opportunity, he adopted the persona of "Slam," a fearsome enforcer dedicated to protecting the gang's leadership. For two years, he immersed himself in their violent world, befriending the most dangerous members while covertly gathering evidence for a major federal prosecution that would dismantle the gang's hierarchy. This risky operation jeopardized his marriage, sanity, and life, showcasing a rare commitment to traditional undercover tactics in an era where law enforcement increasingly favors cyber operations. Croke's experiences became legendary in the field, marking him as a unique figure among undercover agents. For the first time, he shares the harrowing details of his life infiltrating the Pagans, revealing the extreme violence, drug culture, and disturbing rituals he witnessed. Collaborating with bestselling crime writer Dave Wedge and drawing on extensive court documents, surveillance footage, and personal accounts, Croke presents a gripping narrative that exposes the brutal realities of the biker underworld.
Presents a portrait of the Irish-American gangster who worked as an informant on both sides of the law and describes the sixteen-year hunt for him and his final capture, arrest, and murder in prison.
