Wade Steven Wilson, notorious as the "Deadpool Killer," is a convicted American murderer currently on Florida’s death row for the 2019 killings of two women. Born in 1994 as Anthony Testasika and later adopted, Wilson had a long history of being in and out of prison for crimes such as burglary and grand theft before committing the acts that made him infamous.
The October 2019 Rampage
Wilson’s violent spree occurred over a 24-hour period in October 2019. The events were marked by extreme brutality and a lack of clear motive beyond a drug-fueled "rampage."
• Christine Anne Melton: Wilson met Melton at a bar called Buddha Live. After returning to her home, he strangled her to death while she slept, wrapped her body in a blanket, and stole her car and cell phone.
• Mila Montinez: Shortly after the first murder, Wilson assaulted his girlfriend, Mila Montinez, at her workplace. She suffered a road rash, a busted lip, and other injuries after he grabbed her and fled the scene.
• Diane Ruiz: While driving Melton’s stolen car, Wilson lured 43-year-old Diane Ruiz into the vehicle by asking for directions to a nearby school. When she tried to escape, he strangled her and pushed her out of the car. He then admitted to running her over between 10 and 20 times until her body was "disfigured" and "dismantled."
Interrogation and "The Cheeseburger" Confession
During his initial police interview, Wilson was evasive, complaining about the cold temperature of the room and denying involvement. However, his biological father, Steve Testasika, contacted the police after Wilson confessed the murders to him over the phone.
In subsequent statements, Wilson’s behavior was described as cold and remorseless. He claimed that during the killings, his mind was simply filled with the thought "murder, murder, murder." At one point during the investigation, he famously attempted to bargain with detectives, offering to reveal the location of Diane Ruiz’s body in exchange for a cheeseburger and fries.
Physical Transformation and Cult Following
Between his arrest in 2019 and his trial in 2024, Wilson underwent a dramatic physical change. He covered his face in tattoos, most notably:
• Joker-style stitches extending from the corners of his mouth.
• Swastika tattoos under his eye and on the side of his head.
• The words "Breed for War" on his neck.
This "monster-like" appearance, combined with his tall stature and deep voice, led to a disturbing phenomenon on social media. A group of supporters, nicknamed "Wade Wives," became obsessed with him, sending him letters and money, and even petitioning for his life to be spared despite his graphic confessions.
Conviction and Sentencing
In June 2024, Wilson was found guilty on all counts, including two counts of first-degree murder. During the penalty phase, the jury heard a heart-wrenching testimony from Diane Ruiz’s teenage son, who described the pain of growing up without his mother.
The jury recommended the death penalty for both murders with votes of 9-3 and 10-2. Wade Wilson is currently incarcerated at the Union Correctional Institution, where he awaits execution.
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