Albert DeSalvo
American serial killer, Boston Strangler
Born
Died
1973
53 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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