John Anglin was an American criminal known for his involvement in the infamous Alcatraz escape of 1962. Along with his brother, Clarence Anglin, and fellow inmate Frank Morris, he attempted to break out of the maximum-security prison located on Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay. The escape involved a meticulously planned scheme using improvised tools and a raft made from raincoats. After the escape, the fate of John Anglin remains uncertain. While some reports suggested he may have drowned in the treacherous waters, others claimed he successfully reached the mainland. The case has intrigued many, leading to various theories and investigations over the years.