Episode 59: The Devil in L.A.—Ramirez and the Summer of Fear

Authors: Gianna DeSalvo and Haylie MedlinDescription: In this episode, we will be covering the case of Richard Ramirez who was dubbed by the media as “The Night Stalker” and “The Valley Intruder”. Ramirez’s murder spree lasted from 1984-1985 and in this time, he killed 13 individuals. We discuss details of the case, lives of the individuals before their passing, briefly cover the trial, and the sentencing/years to follow.Disclaimer: In this episode sensitive topics will be discussed and listener discretion is advised. We would also like to apologize in advance if we mispronounce any names.Sources:Peacock Richard Ramirez: The Night Stalker Tapes: https://www.peacocktv.com/watch/asset/tv/richard-ramirez-the-night-stalker-tapes/5445336098818518112/seasons/1/episodes/making-of-a-monster-episode-1/6ea68fe0-f128-3a17-b8b9-26a6a3e62b8fhttps://www.aetv.com/articles/richard-ramirezhttps://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/richard-ramirez-the-night-stalkerhttps://vault.fbi.gov/richard-ramirez/Richard%20Ramirez%20Part%2001%20%28Final%29/viewhttps://www.aetv.com/articles/richard-ramirezhttps://crimeviral.com/2021/01/8-disturbing-moments-during-the-trial-of-richard-ramirez/https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/710261-richard-ramirez-guilty-on-all-night-stalker/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dna-links-night-stalker-richard-ramirez-to-1984-killing-of-9-year-old-mei-leung/