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Shirley Ledford

Case from Los Angeles, CA dated Oct 31, 1979

Victim Details

Shirley Ledford

Female

White / Caucasian

Los Angeles

CA

1979-10-31

16

Shirley

Ledford

07/15/2026

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Shirley Lynette Ledford, a 16-year-old Caucasian female, met a tragic end on October 31, 1979. She was abducted, assaulted, and murdered by Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris, infamously known as the 'Tool Box Killers.' On Halloween night, Shirley was hitchhiking home from her job as a waitress when she was picked up by Bittaker and Norris in their van, which they referred to as 'Murder Mac.' Within minutes of entering the van, Shirley was subjected to horrific torture and abuse. Bittaker and Norr ...
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  • Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris - Wikipedia
  • Who Are Toolbox Killers Lawrence Bittaker, Roy Norris? | Crime News
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