Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
From train robbers and con men to spies and fugitives, these are the Britons who thought they could outrun justice by heading overseas. In this countdown, we’re looking at notorious criminals, vanished suspects and infamous figures who fled the UK to evade arrest, extradition or the consequences of their crimes. Which one shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments below! Our lineup includes Ronnie Biggs, Gary Glitter, Lord Lucan, the Cambridge Five, John Stonehouse, Bruce Reynolds, John Palmer, Asil Nadir and more.
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From train robbers and con men to spies and fugitives, these are the Britons who thought they could outrun justice by heading overseas. In this countdown, we’re looking at notorious criminals, vanished suspects and infamous figures who fled the UK to evade arrest, extradition or the consequences of their crimes. Which one shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments below! Our lineup includes Ronnie Biggs, Gary Glitter, Lord Lucan, the Cambridge Five, John Stonehouse, Bruce Reynolds, John Palmer, Asil Nadir and more.
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WatchMojo UK is your source for British Top 10s, covering popular shows like Doctor Who, Strictly Come Dancing, Great British Bake Off, Coronation Street, The Morning, Good Morning Britain, The Graham Norton Show, Sherlock, and more! We also cover the latest in British Movies, Music
#TrueCrime #Crime #UK
