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Ronald Gatlin

Case from Hollywood, CA dated Mar 15, 1980

Victim Details

Name

Ronald Gatlin

Gender

Male

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Hollywood

State

CA

Date Of Death

1980-03-15

Age At Death

18

First Name

Ronald

Last Name

Gatlin

Last Updated

07/11/2026

Case Description

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Ronald Craig Gatlin, an 18-year-old male, tragically lost his life on March 15, 1980. Ronald, who was of Caucasian descent, was abducted by the notorious serial killer William Bonin, also known as 'The Freeway Killer.' Bonin was responsible for the rape, torture, and murder of numerous young boys and men during his reign of terror. Ronald was abducted shortly after dropping his father at a restaurant and leaving a friend's home in North Hollywood. He was subjected to horrific abuse, including ra ...

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GATLIN Ronald Craig | Serial Killer Database Wiki - Fandom

William Bonin - Wikipedia

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I can't stop thinking about Ronald Craig Gatlin's last moments. It’s unbelievably tragic what he f... ...Read More
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