Arrest Made: The ‘Hillside Strangler’ Nabbed in 1979
LOS ANGELES, CA – On this date in 1979, the notorious “Hillside Strangler,” also known as Kenneth Bianchi, was apprehended by law enforcement. The serial killer terrorized the Los Angeles area, targeting and murdering women before being captured and brought to justice. Bianchi’s heinous crimes sent shockwaves through the community, as the city and its residents reeled from the gruesome details of his acts. His capture was a relief for many, bringing a sense of …