The Collingwood Manor Massacre, is the name that was given to a notorious hit put out on three Chicago gunmen by the notorious Purple Gang. This unfortunate event happened on September 16, 1931. The men were killed after betraying their trust with members of the gang. The Purple Gang's name rang on Detroit's streets and they also ruled the underworld. No one would cross them for they feared for their lives as well as their families lives. The gang had a reputation as killers and they weren't afraid to keep that status. As seen in this event, the gang was willing to do anything to keep their reputation and their territory.