The Boston Strangler Case

 The Boston Strangler was a serial killer who terrorized the city of Boston in the early 1960s. The case remains one of the most infamous in American criminal history and has been the subject of numerous books, articles, and films.

Between 1962 and 1964, the Boston Strangler is believed to have killed 13 women, all of whom were sexually assaulted and strangled in their own homes. The murders occurred in various neighborhoods throughout the city, including the Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and the Fenway.

The investigation into the murders was initially hampered by the lack of forensic evidence and the lack of a clear motive for the killings. However, in 1964, police arrested Albert DeSalvo, a man who had previously been arrested for breaking and entering.

DeSalvo confessed to the murders and provided detailed accounts of the crimes, but many experts have since raised doubts about the validity of his confessions. DeSalvo was never formally charged with the Boston Strangler murders and was instead sentenced to life in prison for unrelated crimes.

In 2013, DNA evidence linked DeSalvo to the murder of Mary Sullivan, one of the Boston Strangler's victims, providing evidence that he was indeed the killer.

The Boston Strangler case has captivated the public's imagination for decades and continues to be a source of fascination and speculation. It serves as a chilling reminder of the capacity for evil in human nature and the ongoing need for vigilance and caution in our communities.