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Michael Marino

Case from Chicago, IL dated Oct 25, 1976

Victim Details

Michael Marino

Male

Chicago

IL

1976-10-25

14

Michael

Marino

07/09/2026

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Michael Marino, a 14-year-old boy, disappeared on October 25, 1976, in Chicago, Illinois. He was initially identified as one of the 33 victims of John Wayne Gacy, a notorious serial killer known for targeting young males. Gacy, often referred to as the 'Killer Clown,' was convicted of murdering young men and boys during the 1970s. However, the identification of Michael Marino as one of Gacy's victims has been a subject of significant controversy and doubt.

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