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True Crime Cases from 1982

Cases from 1982 include criminal investigations, trials, and notable events that occurred during the year. Whether they involved new charges, breakthroughs in cold cases, high-profile trials, or tragic incidents that captured national attention, the cases documented here reflect the state of the criminal justice system in 1982. CaseSleuth provides detailed, chronological coverage of each case with timelines, evidence breakdowns, profiles of key people involved, and links to primary sources and media coverage.

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ConvictedSeattle, WA · 1982

Gary Ridgway — The Green River Killer

Gary Ridgway murdered at least 49 women in the Seattle-Tacoma area between 1982 and 1998, making him one of the most prolific serial killers in American history. He avoided detection for two decades before DNA evidence led to his arrest in 2001 and a plea deal in 2003.

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