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Hilda Mercedes DeSaro, a 39-year-old Hispanic woman, was murdered on January 22, 1986, in Miami, Florida. Her death was part of a series of killings carried out by Manuel Pardo, a former police officer turned serial killer. Pardo claimed to be targeting individuals involved in drug trafficking, positioning himself as a vigilante. However, his actions were brutal and indiscriminate, leading to the deaths of nine people over several months.

Authorities apprehended Pardo in May 1986 after ...Read More
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Victim Details

Hilda Mercedes DeSaro

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Miami

FL

1986-01-22

39

Hilda

Mercedes DeSaro

11/15/2025