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In the Spring of 1946, the citizens of Texarkana, Texas were struck with fear as four couples were attacked between February and May. Of the four couples, a total of five people were killed (two couples and the husband of the last couple attacked). Police patrolled the street of Texarkana. Curfews were set and stores closed up early. All the citizens were on high alert, buying guns and locks just in case. The first couple who was attacked survived. According to their account, their attacker was about 6 feet tall and wore a white cloth mask with eye holes. That is the only known description of the killer, later named "The Phantom". It is believed that he is responsible for the murders that occurred throughout the town. As of 2021, the murders have remained unsolved and no suspect has ever been found.