Chicago Heights

In Chicago Heights, Charles “Charley” Hager recounts his tumultuous journey from rural West Virginia to the gritty underbelly of Chicago’s mob scene during the 1960s. As he becomes a chauffeur and tax collector for the notorious mob boss Albert Tocco, Hager navigates a world of crime, loss, and the unsolved murder of mafia chief Sam Giancana. Through vivid recollections and a blend of personal narrative and historical context, Hager, along with author David T. Miller, explores the parallels between organized crime and Appalachian lawlessness, ultimately reflecting on the costs of his criminal lifestyle and his path to redemption.