The provided text details the investigation and eventual resolution of the murder of Patricia McDermott, an X-ray technician in Philadelphia. The case, initially appearing to be a random act of violence, quickly transformed into a complex investigation as surveillance footage revealed McDermott's death was not an isolated incident. Through a series of events, police connected the murder to Juan Covington, a man with a history of mental illness and violent behavior. Covington's confession linked him to several other murders, showcasing a shocking series of events that were not initially believed to be connected.