The Story Of The Gainesville Ripper, A Serial Killer Who Terrorized A Small Florida Town Is Truly Frightening
By Marisa Roman|Published October 14, 2021
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Marisa Roman
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
Many horror fans or film fanatics have seen the franchise-favorite Scream, right? For those who have, did you know that this hit horror classic was actually inspired by a gruesome serial killing spree in Gainesville, Florida back in 1990? This especially creepy case to come out of Florida planted the seed for the hit 1996 slasher film. A serial killer dubbed the Gainesville Ripper tore through the college town, murdering five students, and terrorizing the town for days.
Did you know about the serial killing spree in Gainesville, Florida? Did you know the Gainesville Ripper inspired the slasher classic Scream? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section. Or if you want to take a deep dive on some more creepy Florida crimes, then check out the story about a serial killer confessing to nine murders in Florida after decades.
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