Bumpy Johnson’s money was largely unaccounted for after his death, with speculation that it was dispersed among family and associates or seized by law enforcement.
Ellsworth “Bumpy” Johnson was a notorious gangster in Harlem during the early to mid-20th century. When he died in 1968, the fate of his wealth became a subject of speculation. As a criminal figure, Johnson’s financial dealings were not transparent, and he did not leave a clear record of his assets. It is believed that some of his money may have been passed on to his family, particularly to his wife, Mayme Hatcher Johnson. However, given the nature of his business, it is also possible that a significant portion of his wealth was distributed among his criminal associates.
Moreover, since Johnson was under constant surveillance by law enforcement, it’s plausible that any assets known to authorities could have been seized following his death. However, due to the illicit nature of his income, it’s unlikely that all of his money was ever fully accounted for. The lack of a legal will and the secretive nature of his operations have led to much of his fortune remaining a mystery. Over the years, there have been rumors and stories about hidden money and secret investments, but none of these have been substantiated with concrete evidence.