May 6, 2024 • 4 mins
Episode 8: Earle Nelson.
In the annals of U.S. criminal history, few names evoke as much terror and fascination as Earle Nelson, also known as the "Gorilla Killer." During the 1920s, Nelson spread panic across the country, leaving a trail of innocent victims in his wake. His brutal methods and his ability to evade capture for so long make him one of the most unsettling serial killers in American history.
In the annals of U.S. criminal history, few names evoke as much terror and fascination as Earle Nelson, also known as the "Gorilla Killer." During the 1920s, Nelson spread panic across the country, leaving a trail of innocent victims in his wake. His brutal methods and his ability to evade capture for so long make him one of the most unsettling serial killers in American history.
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