9news.com.au | Neddy Smith in near escape from hospital 9news.com.au Corrective Services NSW is investigating allegations that prison officers failed to keep watch over one of the state's most notorious criminals as he received treatment at a Sydney hospital. Convicted murderer Arthur "Neddy" Smith, now 72, reportedly ... Neddy nearly escapes as guard sleeps Arthur 'Neddy' Smith attempts escape when guard falls asleep, reports |