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Boston Strangler | ULTIMATE |

: The killer often used the victims' own clothing—nylon stockings, bathrobes, or bras—to strangle them, frequently tying the items into distinctive, decorative bows.

: Most victims appeared to have voluntarily let their killer inside, leading police to suspect he may have posed as a repairman or delivery person. Boston Strangler

: Unlike many serial killers who target a specific demographic, the Strangler’s victims varied widely in age, race, and socioeconomic background, complicating the investigation. The Role of the Press : The killer often used the victims' own