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Lester’s ambition ultimately directed him toward the infamous John Dillinger. Trying to prove his worth, he sought to join Dillinger's gang during a steep rise in organized crime across the Midwest, but their initial interactions exposed the toxic volatility in his character, leading to clashes between the two.
Joining the Dillinger Gang
After joining forces with Dillinger’s crew, Nelson became involved in several high-profile heists that made headlines and brought notorious attention to his name. Yet, the violence escalated as his reckless behavior led to unnecessary deaths, and Dillinger, as the more calculative leader, found himself increasingly uncomfortable with Nelson’s methods.