Serial Killers

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The Biggest Cold Cases Finally Solved With DNA In The Last Decade

DNA has solved many cases that sat cold for decades, or at the very least, it has helped identify John and Jane Does. Here are some of the biggest discoveries.

Fugitives From America's Most Wanted Who Were Finally Captured

Over 1,000 suspects have reportedly been caught at least partly due to appearing on the popular show "America's Most Wanted," from murderers to thieves.

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Serial Killers Caught By Stupid Mistakes

Serial killers are often masters of covering their tracks, but not always. In fact, some have made some pretty bad blunders that ultimately led to their arrest.

Why Serial Killers Are Reportedly Good At Passing Lie Detector Tests

You might have heard that serial killers are good at passing lie detector tests — disturbingly good, even. And there's a particular reason for that.

What Aileen Wuornos' Prison Life Was Really Like

Aileen Wuornos was arrested in 1991, and was eventually charged with the murders of seven men. She spent years in prison before she was executed in 2002.

What The Final Year Of Aileen Wuornos's Life Was Really Like

Serial killer Aileen Wuornos was executed in Florida in 2002 for killing six men. Here's what the final year of her life on death row was really like.

What Happened To Serial Killer Peter Tobin's Son, Daniel Wilson?

British serial killer Peter Tobin was convicted of three murders, but his crimes went unpunished for many years. Here's what happened to his son, Daniel Wilson?

Things That Came Out About Jeffrey Dahmer After He Died

Jeffrey Dahmer is one of the most notorious serial killers in history, and after he was murdered in 1994, more disturbing details about him trickled out.

12 Warning Signs Everyone Ignored About These Serial Killers

Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and other notorious serial killers engaged in behavior that should have raised red flags but somehow went unnoticed or unreported.

Warning Signs Everyone Ignored About Ted Bundy

Serial killer Ted Bundy was charismatic and attractive, not the typical profile of a murderer at the time. But in hindsight, there were some warning signs.

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Here's What Happened To Richard Ramirez's Body After He Died

After killing at least 14 people, notorious serial killer Richard Ramirez died on June 7, 2013 of complications from B-cell lymphoma.

Serial Killers Who Couldn't Stand Each Other

Serial killers around the world have expressed some heated opinions about their fellow murderers, sometimes taking their grudges to violent extremes.

The Untold Truth Of Ted Bundy

Ted Bundy is back in the news with a biopic and a Netflix documentary. What's the real story behind the serial killer? Here's the untold truth of Ted Bundy.

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Lies Woman Of The Hour Told You About The True Story

As is often the case with movie versions of real events, filmmakers took some artistic license when they wrote Woman of the Hour.

What It Was Really Like The Day Jeffrey Dahmer Died

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer savagely murdered 16 people, but in prison, he too was brutally slain. Here's how Dahmer's last day alive unfolded.

Former Cop Makes Bizarre Claim About The Zodiac Killer's Identity

The case of the Zodiac killer has remained unsolved for decades. Now, a former cop is claiming that his grandfather was the elusive serial killer.

What Was Jeffrey Dahmer's GPA?

Serial killers are often the focus of intense scrutiny after their crimes come to light. Intelligence is often discussed, so what was Jeffrey Dahmer's GPA?

The Most Disturbing Details About The Golden State Killer

The man known as the Golden Gate Killer eluded authorities for more than 40 years. Here are some of the most disturbing details about Joseph DeAngelo.

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Serial Killer Mysteries That Are Still Unsolved

The actions of numerous serial killers have been combed over for over a century. Yet, even with modern technology, some mysteries still remain unsolved.

Warning Signs About Jeffrey Dahmer Everyone Ignored Until It Was Too Late

Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 young men between 1978 and 1991. There were plenty of warning signs about his disturbed nature throughout his life.

Things We Learned About Serial Killers After They Died

There are plenty of serial killers who have slaughtered their way into the history books. But some have continued to have their story updated after their death.

The Worst Serial Killers In American History

The U.S. has seen plenty of serial killers rampage across its lands and cities. But what level of cruelty does it take to achieve the height of notoriety?

Infamous Serial Killers You Forgot Are In Prison

After facing justice for their terrifying crimes, serial killers often get imprisoned with the proverbial key thrown away. Some are still there, decades later.

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What Happened To The Bodies Of Jeffrey Dahmer's Victims

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer went on a killing spree from 1978 to 1991, murdering 17 people in blood-curdling ways. But what happened to their bodies?

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Messed Up Rules The Manson Family Had To Follow

Charles Manson has become synonymous with criminal insanity, and he wasn't alone. His cult of devoted followers had to follow a bunch of equally crazy rules.

Why The Insanity Defense Didn't Work For Jeffrey Dahmer

The crimes committed by Jeffrey Dahmer were so vile that it would be easy to chalk them up to insanity, but here's why the insanity defense didn't work for him.

The Twisted History Of Serial Killer Larry Hall

Larry Hall may be one of the most prolific serial killers in U.S. history, that is if he's every convicted of the nearly 40 murders he's suspected in.