About Dorothy Uhnak
Lived 1930 – 2006 (aged 76). Dorothy Uhnak was an American novelist, writer and police officer.
Dorothy Uhnak (April 24, 1930 – July 8, 2006; née Goldstein) was an American novelist.
Uhnak was born in New York City. She attended City College of New York and the John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Uhnak worked for 14 years as a detective for the New York City Transit Police Department. Several of her later novels were bestsellers.
Uhnak died in Greenport, New York, reportedly of a deliberate drug overdose.
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Who was Dorothy Uhnak?
American novelist (1930-2006)
When was Dorothy Uhnak born?
Dorothy Uhnak was born on 24 April 1930 in The Bronx.
When did Dorothy Uhnak die?
Dorothy Uhnak died on 8 July 2006 in Suffolk County.
What was Dorothy Uhnak's occupation?
Dorothy Uhnak was a novelist, writer and police officer.
What nationality was Dorothy Uhnak?
Dorothy Uhnak was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dorothy Uhnak. https://biography.guide/dorothy-uhnak/
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