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Charles Miranda

Case from Los Angeles, CA dated Feb 03, 1980

Victim Details

Charles Miranda

Male

White / Caucasian

Los Angeles

CA

1980-02-03

15

Charles

Miranda

07/09/2026

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Charles Miranda, a 15-year-old boy, tragically lost his life on February 3, 1980. He was one of the victims of William Bonin, a notorious serial killer also known as the 'Freeway Killer.' Bonin was responsible for the rape, torture, and murder of at least 14 boys and young men between 1979 and 1980. Charles Miranda, along with other victims, was subjected to horrific acts of violence before his death.

William Bonin, along with his co-defendants, kidnapped, robbed, raped, and murdered thes ...
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  • Executed Inmate Summary - William George Bonin - CDCR - CA.gov
  • William Bonin - Wikipedia
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    Does anyone else find it chilling how Charles Miranda, just 15, was caught up in Bonin’s horrific ... ...Read More
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