Clarence “Preacher” Heatley, known as “The Black Hand of Death,” was one of Harlem’s most feared men in the 80s & 90s. A troubled childhood involving deadly juvenile detention stays, shaped the mind and ideology of a young Clarence; who would go on to create one of the most vile and infamous street organizations of all time. In this episode of Infamy we explore the life of Clarence “Preacher” Heatley, and how he became the black hand of death.

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Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond

Written and produced by Jonathan Mena

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