For today's a Madman Turns 40, it's a biggie.
40 years ago today, the Son of Sam killer, David Berkowitz was captured after almost a full year's reign of terror. For almost a year, Berkowitz stalked the boroughs of Queens and the Bronx. The serial killer shot almost dozen people, 6 died.
It was a traffic ticket that got Berkowitz caught. A few days prior, a woman name Cacilia Davis walking her dog said that there was a strange man following her around. When she reported the incident to police, they decided to review the list of cars that were ticketed in the area. Sure enough, they had a hit- David Berkowitz, who also owned a .44 revolver the gun used in the killings.
On August 10th, NYPD found Berkowitz's car. In the car was a rifle and that .44! When captured, he was reported to have replied "Well, you got me. How come it took you such a long time?"
Over the course of several weeks, Berkowitz would undergo psychiatric observations. He would claim that a spirit named Sam would speak through his neighbors dog. In order to silence the pup, Berkowitz had to offer him blood in the form on killings. A year later, Berkowitz would be found guilty of his crimes.
Currently, Berkowitz is still in prison. In became a Christian in 1987 and now refers to himself as the 'Son of Hope.' He's been eligible for parole since 2002 but has actually asked to not be released as he feels that he must spend the rest of his days behind bars.
Well, that's my look at 1977 for today. I'll return soon with another look at my favorite year.
Until next time...
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