The case of the Rostov Ripper was a groundbreaking and historic case that happened in the 70s and 80s. The Rostov Ripper is to this day Russia/ Ukraine's most prolific serial killer. So why is his name not widely known elsewhere? The politics, beliefs and lack of media/investigation training in the Soviet Union play a large part in this case and why it is so important to criminal history along with the brutal nature of the murders.