Welcome to the 30th episode of Wild Society!

New York City in the 1970’s was full of freedom and fun as the disco era took over. But when day turned to night, many people feared for their life as a serial killer roamed the streets. The media dubbed him the “.44 Caliber Killer” due to his weapon and bullet of choice. He prowled the streets of New York City late at night in search for young women with long brown hair. He would then shoot with intentions to kill. He began taunting police with hand written letters and gave himself the name “Son of Sam.” After being on the hunt for 13 months, killing six and injuring many others, David Berkowitz, known as "Son of Sam", was finally arrested outside of his apartment. Why did he kill? Why did he pick the name "Son of Sam"? And what is he up to now?

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Bird Song by Sherree Chamberlain

Son of Sam Sources:

• The New York Times
• ID
• Oxygen
• CBS News
• Men’s Health
• Middle Tennessee State University
• Biography
• Wikipedia
• David Berkowitz’s Website