Welcome to another chill-inducing installment on VOODEED.com, where we dive deep into the dark corners of the world! Today, we're touring the globe, not for its breathtaking views or mouth-watering street food, but for its notorious record of hosting serial killers. Buckle up, because we're counting down from #10 to #1, the cities that might just make you think twice about turning off your nightlight.
10. Glasgow, Scotland
Starting our list is Glasgow, which, despite its vibrant culture and friendly locals, has been home to some chilling characters. Peter Tobin is a name that stands out. Convicted of three murders but suspected in many more, Tobin's horrifying acts, including burying his victims under the floorboards, have left a permanent scar on the city.
9. Florence, Italy
Art, history, wine, and... serial killers? Florence had the infamous Monster of Florence, who turned the idyllic Italian countryside into a scene of horror throughout the 1970s and 1980s, targeting couples in secluded areas.
8. London, England
Foggy London town, with its winding streets and historic nooks, was the hunting ground for Jack the Ripper. The Ripper's identity remains a mystery, making his brutal murders of women in the late 1800s all the more intriguing and terrifying.
7. Toronto, Canada
Toronto is known for its multiculturalism and the CN Tower, but it also has a darker claim to fame. Bruce McArthur, a recent menace, preyed on men from the LGBTQ+ community, evading capture for years by blending into the very society he terrorized.
6. San Francisco, USA
The scenic city of San Francisco was once terrorized by the Zodiac Killer, whose cryptic letters and unsolved codes challenge both amateur and professional sleuths to this day. His true identity and the full scope of his crimes remain unknown.
5. Bogotá, Colombia
In Bogotá, the shadow of Luis Garavito, perhaps one of the most monstrous serial killers in modern history, looms large. Known as "La Bestia," Garavito confessed to the assault and murder of over 100 young boys, shocking the nation and the world.
4. Chicago, USA
Chicago's history of organized crime is well-known, but it also was the stomping grounds for John Wayne Gacy, known as the Killer Clown. In the 1970s, Gacy lured young men and boys to his home, resulting in the deaths of at least 33 individuals.
3. Mumbai, India
Mumbai might be the bustling financial capital of India, but it also faced terror at the hands of Raman Raghav, who prowled its streets in the 1960s, committing brutal murders with a steel rod.
2. Johannesburg, South Africa
A city with striking contrasts and histories, Johannesburg was once the operational base for Moses Sithole, who lured women with promises of employment before committing his heinous crimes in the post-apartheid 1990s.
1. Seattle, USA
Topping our list is Seattle, not just famous for its coffee and grunge music but also as the haunting locale for Gary Ridgway, the Green River Killer. With convictions for 49 murders and suspicions of many more, Ridgway's heinous acts make Seattle the number one city on our spine-chilling tour.
So there you have it, a travel guide you won't find in your typical brochure. Each of these cities has its tales of terror, proving that sometimes the real monsters walk among us. Sweet dreams, and remember to double-check those locks tonight!
