The Accountant Who Caught Al Capone | Real Story Behind Forensic Accounting

Everyone knows Al Capone , the most feared gangster in American history.
But what most people don’t know is that he wasn’t caught by the FBI, or by rival gangs , he was caught by an accountant.

This video tells the unbelievable true story of how forensic accounting exposed Capone’s empire, how Frank J. Wilson followed the money, and how numbers, not guns, brought justice.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
How forensic accounting began with Al Capone’s case
The role of accountants in criminal investigations
What made Frank Wilson’s investigation unique
How financial evidence became stronger than witness statements
How this case shaped the CMA USA, CPA USA & ACCA professions today
Why accounting and finance are now among the most powerful career paths

If you thought accounting was boring, this story will change your mind.
At NorthStar Academy, we teach finance and accounting with real-world cases that inspire future CMAs and CPAs to think beyond textbooks.

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