Why did O Henry get arrested in 1896?

Answer 1

In 1897 he was convicted of embezzling money, although there has been much debate over his actual guilt. In 1898 he entered a penitentiary at Columbus, Ohio.

Answer 2

O Henry, whose real name was William Sydney Porter, was arrested in 1896 for embezzlement. He worked at a bank and, due to financial troubles, ended up mishandling the bank's funds. He was convicted of the crime and served time in prison before starting his writing career.

Answer 3

For embezzlement

Answer 4

5 years