10 Questions
Who was the creator of the Bow Street Runners?
Henry Fielding
What was Jonathan Wild's occupation before becoming a criminal investigator?
Buckle maker
What was the most famous role of Jonathan Wild in the 1720s?
Thief catcher
Who took over the control of Bow Street Court in 1753?
Sir John Fielding
What did Henry Fielding introduce while he was the magistrate?
Employing a thief to catch a thief
What was Jonathan Wild's occupation before becoming a criminal investigator?
Buckle maker
Who introduced the practice of developing paid informants within the investigative process?
Sir John Fielding
What was the most famous role of Jonathan Wild in the 1720s?
Thief catcher
Who was the creator of the Bow Street Runners?
Henry Fielding
What novel did Henry Fielding write?
Tom Jones
Test your knowledge of criminal investigation history with this quiz on Jonathan Wild and Henry Fielding. Explore the development of criminal investigation and the concept of employing a thief to catch a thief, featuring key figures from the 1720s.
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