He added: "A book written about Tam asks, 'Was he a man standing on the edge looking over his shoulder? These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. Gallacher wrote: "It was clear from his reaction that he had been given too much leeway by certain police officers over the years.". That suggests a huge amount of rationalisation among gangs, with smaller ones being taken over. THE Mr Big acted as the getaway driver for hitman John Kennedy in the execution of Kenny Reilly. One of the wealthiest businessmen in Glasgow, he owned numerous businesses including security companies and taxi firms as well as properties throughout . Protected by a bulletproof vest, he avoided serious injury. john howard family tree. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Healy got 10 years for drugs crime, but McGraw - Scotland's richest crook, worth pounds 10 million - walked. Glasgow Gangster Arthur Thompson: The Godfather - The CrimeWire - Soapboxie And he reckons bigger gangster networks have the edge because they give jobs based on ability, not bloodlines. His son Arthur Thompson Junior was in charge of the drugs side for his father, but he needed enforcers to ensure drugs were paid for in time. THE Daniel, Lyons and McGovern crime clans are currently major forces in the underworld . He crucified them by hammering nails through their hands pinning them to doors or floors. The smug gangster, of Glasgow, tried to dodge justice by flying to Alicante, Spain, days after the hit. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Evil faces of Glasgow's gangsters revealed.