Perhaps nothing strikes fear into the hearts of people more than a serial killer. Serial killers are people who murder three or more people over time. It is generally estimated that in the United States, there are at least 20 and as many as 50 serial killers actively patrolling our streets in search of victims. Active serial killers can be difficult to identify for any number of reasons.
How Many Active Serial Killers Are There?
Violence In The Media - Is It Creating Serial Killers?
Ted Bundy’s last interview taken just hours before he was put to death was a very interesting look into the mind of a serial killer. Bundy, who admittedly murdered nearly 30 women throughout his lifetime, was being interviewed and asked about why he did what he did. The interview was telling in that he went into some detail, and even opined that violent porn was the impetus behind his crimes. He says that violent porn and media was what brought out his urges to kill, though Bundy was a known liar of epic proportions. Still, it makes one wonder if there is some truth to what he says.
Man Jailed For Illegitimate Child
In Kanye West’s song “Gold Digger,” he talks about a friend who made child support payments for 18 years and then found out that the baby was not his. Although this may seem like nothing more than something that could be talked about in a rap song, it is a reality for some. It is hard to believe that someone could be forced to make child support payments for a baby that was not theirs, but such is the case for a man named Frank Hatley.
The Five Worst Serial Killers In Modern US History
Every country has its share of criminals. There have been many serial killers in the United States. Some of these serial killers have been much more brutal than others. Here is a list of the five worst serial killers in modern US history.
Should the Manson Murderers Be Granted Parole Hearings?
Susan Atkins, convicted murderer and former Charles Manson family member, is about to get her 18th shot at making parole. Many people think that she might actually be released this time, largely due to the fact that she is now paralyzed over 85 percent of her body. She has terminal brain cancer and will likely die over the next several months according to doctors. The question of her release is one that is part of a broader question. Should any of the Manson family members ever get out of jail? Moreover, should any of them even be offered the right to a parole hearing?
Does the Ghost of Ted Bundy Still Exist In Tacoma?
Back in the early 90s I had occasion to be stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington state. The area was quite beautiful, and I was excited to be so close to Seattle, Washington. For years, I had heard about how wonderful the area was, and I was a huge fan of the Seattle Mariners at the time. The move was an exciting one for me.
OJ Simpson Appeals Guilty Verdict To Supreme Court
O.J. Simpson is once again in the news as he has now appealed the Supreme Court In Nevada to overturn his armed robbery and kidnapping convictions. Simpson was convicted after storming a Las Vegas hotel room to confront some men about sports memorabilia that he claimed was stolen from him. The appeal was received and can take upwards of one year to come back.
Protecting Yourself If You Are Attacked On The Street
In the society we live in today, an unfortunate reality is that a large percentage of us will be victims of crime in our lifetimes. Much of that crime will include being mugged, or otherwise attacked on the streets of our cities or towns. If you were attacked on the street, would you know what to do? Would you know how to protect yourself? If not, then read this article. It just might save your life someday.
The Ken And Barbie Murders - Why Did Karla Do It?
Few murders in the history of crime were as morally depraved as the Ken and Barbie Murders committed by Karla Leanne Homolka and Paul Bernardo in Canada. These two serial killers are part of a fairly exclusive group of killers that killed as a couple. They raped and murdered two young teenaged girls as well as Karla’s sister. Paul Bernardo also admitted raping numerous other women over a period of years, and he eventually brought Karla into the mix. The question most people have when they hear of these murders, is why did Karla do it?
Unsolved Murder Cases - The Phantom Killer of Texarkana
Made famous by the cult classic movie, “The Town That Dreaded Sundown”, the phantom killer of Texarkana is one of the most vexing cases of crime in American history. The killer wore a white hood over his head, and stalked lovers on deserted streets and “lover’s lanes” after dark. By the time he was done, he had attacked and injured at least eight people, killing five of them. The case drew in The Texas Rangers, and was never solved in spite of a huge task force investigation that went on decades after the murders had ended. To this day, nobody knows for sure who the phantom killer was. Here is a time-line of the case, and how it went down:
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