Dennis Nilsen

Scottish serial killer and murderer

Dennis Nilsen - Military & Warriors born 1945
Born

1945
81 years ago

Died
Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United Kingdom

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A serial killer who operated in London during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Committed numerous murders of young men and boys, luring victims to his home before killing them. Gained notoriety for the gruesome nature of the crimes and techniques used to dispose of the bodies. Arrested in 1983 after a plumber discovered human remains in the drains of his apartment. Convicted in 1984 and sentenced to life imprisonment, serving 25 years before death in 2018.

Murdered at least 15 young men

Arrested in 1983 after remains were found

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