Albert DeSalvo

American serial killer, Boston Strangler

Albert DeSalvo - American serial killer, Boston Strangler
Born

September 3rd, 1931
94 years ago

Died

1973
52 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Criminals & Outlaws

Country

United States

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Born in 1931, an individual gained infamy as a serial killer in Boston during the early 1960s. The crimes involved a series of brutal murders of young women, creating widespread fear in the community. Captured in 1964, details of these crimes and subsequent confessions drew national attention. The individual was incarcerated for other offenses but later confessed to being the Boston Strangler. The case highlighted issues related to criminal justice and mental health. The individual passed away in prison in 1973.

Confessed to 13 murders as the Boston Strangler

Linked to brutal murders in Boston

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