He Handed Jimmy Burke $6 Million, Burke Cut Him Into Pieces for Asking His Share | Goodfellas

The disappearance of Martin Krugman remains one of the most haunting unsolved mysteries connected to the Lufthansa heist. On January 6, 1979, Marty Krugman left his Queens home, telling his wife he had business to attend to. He never returned. This account examines the life of the 59-year-old sports book operator who ran a business out of his wig shop on Queens Boulevard. By looking at the timeline of his final hours, we piece together how his connection to the biggest cash robbery in American history likely sealed his fate. Whether you are interested in organized crime history or specific true crime stories from the 1970s, this breakdown explains the events leading up to that cold Saturday night. We analyze the known facts surrounding the Martin Krugman case and why his specific role in the illegal gambling scene made him a target following the airport robbery. Understanding the timeline of the Lufthansa heist helps clarify why so many figures associated with the job vanished shortly after the crime occurred. Subscribe for weekly true crime breakdowns, and comment below on which historical case you want us to examine next.