Author: Troy Lambert
Publisher: Troy Lambert
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 102
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A City of Secrets Nick O’Flannigan arrives in Sacramento with one goal: to capture the perfect shot of California’s state capitol for Travel USA magazine. But when his camera is stolen, his assignment turns into a much more dangerous mission. A Stolen Camera, A Darker Mystery As a freelance photographer with a knack for noticing the details others miss, Nick quickly tracks down the thief. But what starts as a hunt for his stolen gear spirals into a deadly mystery. The camera theft leads him straight into the heart of a series of brutal murders that have the city on edge. A Race Against Time Nick enlists the help of Sandra, a friend he met in Salem who shares his curiosity and eye for detail. While sparks fly between them, Nick knows he can’t afford any distractions—not when a killer is on the loose. As they follow the clues, Nick and Sandra find themselves in the crosshairs of a strangler who will do anything to keep their secrets buried. Will Nick recover his camera and uncover the truth behind the murders, or will this be his final assignment? Strangled in Sacramento is a fast-paced, twisty mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. “Quick read but a twisty mystery.” –Vicki May Join Nick O’Flannigan in this gripping third installment of the Capital City Murders series—buy your copy today and dive into the adventure!
Author: Daniel J. Blackburn
Publisher: Garrett County Press
ISBN: 1939430100
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 340
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Dorothea Gray Johanson Montalvo Puente was a female serial killer, an extremely rare phenomenon in the annals of American crime. She took advantage of a flaw in the Social Security laws to carve a lifelong career out of exploiting elderly, ill, often-helpless people. She established herself in positions of trust in order to steal these people’s only source of income, then drugged them to expedite her chicanery and, finally, murdered them. Dorothea did not exist in a vacuum. She simply took full advantage of a system that fails to protect America’s most helpless citizens. A stubborn and unreasonable refusal to correct a faulty administrative code has perpetuated the callous exploitation of the elderly, allowing people like Dorothea to operate all over the country, in communities large and small.
Author: William P. Wood
Publisher: Baen Books
ISBN: 9780671686383
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 338
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Recounts the scandal of Dorothy Puente, a lady who ran a boardinghouse in Sacramento and murdered her elderly tenants with poison while she collected their Social Security checks. Original.
Author: Macabre Reads
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Dorothea Puente, commonly known as the "Death House Landlady," appeared to be a harmless elderly woman residing in Sacramento, California. Nevertheless, hidden behind her seemingly ordinary exterior was a disturbing truth: she had a dark history as a prolific serial killer. Puente's approach was calculated and ruthless. She operated a boarding house for the elderly and disabled, where she would manipulate vulnerable tenants, establish their trust, and ultimately commit horrific acts to obtain their Social Security checks. She adopted a methodical approach, using poison as her preferred method of eliminating her tenants. Through a series of drugging, strangulations, and murders, she coldly disposed of their bodies in the garden of her boarding house. Puente's story becomes even more unsettling when considering that she successfully avoided suspicion for an extended period of time. The bodies of her victims were only discovered by chance during a routine inspection of her property, revealing the horrifying reality. As the bodies of her victims were discovered one by one, the startling truth about Puente's reign of terror gradually emerged. The complete scope of her offenses was exposed, causing a ripple effect within the community and beyond. In this captivating account, we delve into the depths of Puente's psyche, exploring the intricate motivations behind her crimes and the cunning methods she employed to elude detection for an extended period. Unveiling her troubled past, revealing the chilling details of her crimes, and the unsettling truth behind one of America's most infamous serial killers. This is the gruesome tale of Dorothea Puente, the notorious "Death House Landlady."
Author: David Kulczyk
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781986906517
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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This is a book about sixty-three deaths that occurred in Sacramento between 1940 and 1976. Forty-two men and twenty-one women who had their lives snuffed out like a Jesus candle from the Dollar Store.
Author: Bruce Henderson
Publisher: Rosetta Books
ISBN: 0795352123
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 458
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The #1 New York Times bestselling true crime author presents “a solid, compelling account of that most vicious of criminals, the random serial killer” (Library Journal). Through the 1970s and 80s, a dangerous serial killer stalked Northern California along Interstate 5. Dubbed the I-5 Strangler, Roger Kibbe was incredibly skilled at staying ahead of investigators as his victim count rose. Even after he was identified, there wasn’t enough evidence to charge him with murder. Instead, investigators had to build their murder case over the course of months while Kibbe was locked up on an assault conviction. Drawing on hundreds of hours of exclusive interviews with key investigators, as well as other important figures such as the Kibbe’s reclusive wife, #1 New York Times bestselling author Bruce Henderson builds a fascinating portrait of this unrepentant murderer. “Trace Evidence is a gripping, fast-paced account of what it takes to capture and make a winnable case against an elusive serial killer.” —Vincent Bugliosi, author of Helter Skelter "A masterful job…Lusciously detailed and immensely readable.”—Booklist
Author: Jack Smith
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 98
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Vampires aren't real. But at one point in the 70s, in California, a man who had a penchant for drinking human blood and killing his victims terrorized the city of Sacramento. Here is his story. Richard Trenton Chase Jr., otherwise known as the Sacramento Vampire, terrorized California during the 1970s. He brutalized, killed, and even ate his victims. But what stood out most in the public's imagination was his penchant for drinking their blood, like a modern-day vampire. The truth is, Chase was a severely disturbed individual. Some killers are cold-blooded monsters, some simply have terrible impulse control-but others are completely deranged. Chase fits into that category.Since he was diagnosed with severe mental illness, it remains debatable how cognizant-and how culpable-Chase was of what he was doing.Prosecutors later highlighted several aspects of Chase's assaults which they believed showed that he was aware of the gravity of his actions, and should therefore be held accountable. His defense attorneys, on the other hand, tried to demonstrate that Chase was a man so removed from reality that he should be considered not guilty by reason of insanity.At any rate, whatever might have been going on in the mind of Richard Chase Jr., his victims were real, and the horrors he inflicted on them were very real as well. The deeds of Richard Chase Jr. most certainly make for a frightening, sad, and twisted tale. This book documents this disturbed man's troubled life, his horrific rampage, and his subsequent demise in full. Scroll back up and click the BUY NOW button at the top right side of this page to order your copy now!
Author: Troy Lambert
Publisher: Troy Lambert
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
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A Dark History Nick O’Flannigan, an amateur sleuth and freelance photographer, arrives to photograph the state capitol building in Salem, Oregon, for Travel USA Magazine. Salem is a beautiful city, but the local mental hospital is known for its grim past and has become the scene of a new horror. His visit takes a sinister turn when he learns of a murder at a local mental hospital. Uncovering the Truth The hospital, notorious for past atrocities, is now the site of another crime. The police have arrested a suspect, but Nick’s instincts tell him they’ve got it wrong. Teaming up with his old college friend, now a local reporter, Nick dives into the case. In Over His Head As Nick digs deeper, he faces obstacles at every turn. Uncooperative police, indifferent editors, and the haunting environment of the old hospital challenge his resolve. But a crucial clue puts him on the trail of the true killer. A Race Against Time Can Nick piece together the puzzle before the killer strikes again? Slaying in Salem is the second thrilling installment in the Capital City Murders series. Follow Nick O’Flannigan as he battles against the odds in a suspense-filled adventure. “This novella will grab your attention and reward you with an afternoon of who-dunnit!” – C.A. Ogt “Curiosity gets the best of Nick, and the old mental hospital is really creepy!” – Audrey
Author: True Crime Seven
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
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Even the coldest-blooded killer was once a child. Richard Trenton Chase started life without a hitch. Popular and well-liked, his future looked bright as the Cali sun... but those around knew nothing of the dark truths that he fostered. His parents' marriage was rapidly falling apart, and soon he began to suffer from strange health problems. Rapidly declining, he decided there was only one solution... ... and that was blood. Richard's childhood fascination with death became a full-blown psychotic obsession, and the fear of losing his blood drove him to butcher and consume animals. In time, however, this wasn't enough, and Richard turned to larger game. The Vampire of Sacramento became one of California's most notorious serial killers, and Chase's crimes still haunt law enforcement to this day. But how did it happen? And could these crimes have somehow been prevented, sparing lives and untold sorrow? Draw your own conclusions as the judge of this disturbed young mind. Was Richard Chase an evil soul or simply sick and lost? CAUTION: True Crime Explicit is a series that contains descriptive accounts of abuse and violence. If you are especially sensitive to graphic content, it is advisable to avoid this series.
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Category : Chinese
Languages : en
Pages : 66
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