Peter Sutcliffe

English serial killer

Peter Sutcliffe - English serial killer
Born

June 2nd, 1946
79 years ago

Died

November 13th, 2020
4 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1946, this individual became notorious for a series of violent crimes committed in Northern England during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Targeting women, the individual evaded capture for several years, leading to a significant police investigation and widespread media coverage. In 1981, law enforcement apprehended the individual, resulting in a life sentence for multiple murders. The crimes generated considerable public fear and media scrutiny, with many elements of the case prompting discussions about policing, gender violence, and societal safety. The individual passed away in 2020 while in prison.

Murdered 13 women in West Yorkshire

Sentenced to 20 life terms in 1981

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