John Wayne Gacy
John Wayne Gacy was an American serial killer and sex offender who preyed on young men and boys in the Chicago area during the 1970s. Known as the 'Killer Clown' due to his work as a party entertainer, Gacy was convicted of murdering 33 young men, many of whom he lured to his home under the guise of offering them work. His heinous crimes were uncovered in 1978, leading to a trial that captured national attention and ultimately resulted in his execution in 1994.
Born on Mar 17, 1942 (83 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 1 | 1.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 150,661 | $21,000,000 | 9,558$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 150,661 | $21,000,000 | 9,558$ |
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John Wayne Gacy was invoked in comparisons to the current situation regarding the police's response to serial killer rumors.
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John Wayne Gacy was a convicted serial killer who murdered 33 young men and boys in the Chicago area during the 1970s.
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