In this documentary, we dive into the life of Frank Matthews, one of America’s most mysterious drug kingpins who vanished without a trace. Known as “Black Caesar,” Matthews rose to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s, amassing wealth and power in the narcotics trade that rivaled the top crime figures of his era. His sudden disappearance, along with millions of dollars, left the FBI and DEA baffled, sparking rumors and myths that have only grown with time. We'll explore Matthews' journey from his humble beginnings in North Carolina to becoming a major player in New York's criminal underworld. Through in-depth interviews, archival footage, and expert insights, this documentary unravels the complexities of his empire and the circumstances surrounding his shocking disappearance. Was he captured, killed, or did he simply outsmart the law to live in freedom under a new identity? Join us as we uncover the legend of Frank Matthews—a story of ambition, power, and mystery. Enjoy the journey, and thank you for watching! ________________________________________________ 👉 SUBSCRIBE to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLfMYOeWw2n3508FHhU-g4Q?sub_confirmation=1 📜 Video Chapters: 00:00 : Intro 03:04 : Young and ambitious 11:20 : Drug Lord 21:30 : Investigation 27:51 : Frank Matthews disappeared 45:02 : Outro 📩 Partnership or question(s): life.of.gangster@expandia.io Sources : https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16249951-black-caesar https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25723001-the-black-godfather---frank-matthews https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2427814/ https://themobmuseum.org/blog/did-frank-matthews-get-away-with-it/ https://www.salon.com/2015/03/01/meet_americas_first_drug_dealer_arnold_rothsteins_wild_real_life_1920s_sopranos_story/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Matthews_(drug_trafficker) #frankmatthews #lifeofagangster ⚠️ The sole purpose of this video is to relate historical facts. In no way does it advocate organized crime. -- English version of the contents of the French channel PROFESSION GANGSTER. Channel managed by the original creator.