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California is home to Hollywood glamour, sunny beaches, and unfortunately, some of the most shocking crimes in American history. From serial killers to celebrity murders, California has seen it all. Here are five of the most high-profile true crime cases that shook the Golden State.
- The Night Stalker: In the mid-1980s, a serial killer known as the Night Stalker terrorized Southern California, committing at least 13 murders and multiple sexual assaults. The killer, Richard Ramirez, was eventually caught and sentenced to death.
- The Manson Family Murders: In 1969, a group of followers of Charles Manson committed a series of brutal murders in Los Angeles, including the murder of actress Sharon Tate. The murders shocked the nation and Manson and his followers were eventually convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
- The O.J. Simpson Trial: In 1994, former football star O.J. Simpson was accused of the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. The trial became a media sensation and resulted in one of the most controversial verdicts in American history.
- The Golden State Killer: For more than a decade in the 1970s and 80s, a serial killer and rapist known as the Golden State Killer committed a string of crimes across California. The killer was eventually caught in 2018 and identified as a former police officer.
- The Black Dahlia Murder: In 1947, the body of aspiring actress Elizabeth Short was found mutilated and cut in half in Los Angeles. The murder became known as the Black Dahlia case and remains unsolved to this day.
These are just a few of the many shocking true crime cases from California. From Hollywood to small towns, the Golden State has seen its fair share of gruesome crimes that have captivated the nation.
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