Treasure Hunter Freed After Decade in Prison


Author: The Daily News Now! March 11, 2026 Duration: 1:39
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Treasure Hunter Freed After Decade in Prison

Tommy Thompson, the discoverer of the legendary Ship of Gold, was released from prison after serving over a decade for a treasure dispute related to the S.S. Central America wreck. Despite recovering millions in gold, Thompsons investors never saw a return, leading to a lawsuit and his eventual imprisonment for contempt of court. Critics argue his sentence was excessive, considering the initial charge was a business dispute.

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