Famous former prisoners
Theodore Audett Jailhouse author noted for his fantastic claims about other prisoners and his own life. Claimed to be Barker Gang member, but this is disputed by the facts.Known at Alcatraz as a snitch and a hypochondriac.Defense witness in 1946 Blast-Out Trial Also known as "Blackie".
Harvey Bailey Partner of Machine Gun Kelly Believed to be involved in Kansas City Union Station Massacre
Basil Banghart Burglar who became famous for helping Frank Touhy escape from the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet (1942).Also known as "Owl".
Lloyd Barkdoll Bank robber.Attempted escape in 1941.
Arthur Barker Member of Barker/Karpis GangShot and killed during 1939 escape attempt.Also known as "Doc"
Albert Bates Partner of Machine Gun Kelly (117-AZ)
John Bayless Determined escape artist. Tried off the Rock 9-15-41. Injured spine in attempt. Tried when put on trial for escape in San Francisco 12-21-42. Both attempts failed.
Edward Bentz Associated with Machine Gun Kelly (117-AZ).