The Murders of Arlis Perry, Leslie Perlov and Janet Taylor

There were few places in Arlis Perry’s new home of Stanford, California, where she really felt at home. However, the Stanford Memorial Church (or MemChu as it is affectionately referred to by university students and faculty), located in the Stanford University’s Main Quad, was the exception.

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John Joubert, Eagle Scout/Serial Killer

"To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law" is the stated mission of The Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Established in 1910, the BSA is recognized worldwide as a distinct part of American culture, portrayed in countless movies, books and other forms of media. As of 2017, the BSA has 2.3 million members and about one million adult volunteers nationwide.

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Richard Chase, "The Vampire of Sacramento"

If you were ever under the impression that vampires are not real, think again. Or at least, keep reading and maybe this will change your mind. Here I’m going to tell you the story of Richard Chase aka. “The Vampire of Sacramento”. Probably the closest thing there was to a modern day vampire, Chase did seek out blood to drink, for the typical reasons that a vampire is thought to drink blood - he had convinced himself that he needed it to stay alive. However, unlike a traditional vampire, Chase did not sleep in a coffin, and would not begin to self-combust if he went out in the sun.

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Herb Baumeister / The I-70 Strangler

When Herb and Juliana Baumeister purchased Fox Hollow Farm in 1991, they felt as though they had struck gold. The home was a majestic 11,000 square foot Tudor-style building sitting on 18 acres of lush green pastures. Located in Westfield, Indiana, it was about 20 miles north of Indianapolis, giving the young family privacy without being too far from the city.

The idyllic life the Baumeisters could have had at Fox Hollow Farm never came to be, however. Instead, it turned into a very real nightmare.

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Robert Hansen, "The Butcher Baker"

There is nowhere in the world that compares to the vast and untouched Alaskan wilderness. Alaska has the lowest population density of all 50 states, making it an ideal spot for those seeking peace and quiet. For fishermen, game hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, it is a paradise offering endless opportunity. As serial killer Robert Hansen found, it’s also an ideal location to bury things you don’t want found…

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