In this installment of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl McCollum engages in conversation with Rhea Leen Linder, niece of Bonnie Parker, alongside Perry Carver, the curator of the Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum. Together, they delve into the authentic narrative of America’s most notorious couple.
Rhea Leen discusses the experience of growing up under the shadow of Bonnie, how it influenced her sense of self, and her dedication over the years to reunite Bonnie and Clyde in death—a pursuit that has resulted in a persistent legal battle.
Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were a notorious American criminal duo, members of a gang active during the 1930s. They gained notoriety for their bank heists and murders, captivating the public’s attention amid the Great Depression. Ultimately, they met their end in 1934 during a police ambush.
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Rhea Leen Linder is the niece of Bonnie Parker and a living “witness” to the aftermath of one of America’s most infamous love stories. She has spent decades speaking publicly about her family’s history, working to correct misconceptions, and fighting to fulfill Bonnie’s dying wish to be buried next to Clyde.
Perry Carver is the owner and curator of the Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum in Gibsland, Louisiana. He has preserved the legacy of the outlaws through firsthand artifacts, storytelling, and annual historical festivals that connect fans and family alike.
Visit the Bonnie & Clyde Ambush Museum in Gibsland.
[Feature Photo:This is the grave of outlaw Bonnie Parker at Crown Hill Cemetery in Dallas, Tex., Feb. 19, 1968. (AP Photo)
