Luther Mcclam

Serial Killer

Luther McClam: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Background

Luther McClam was an American serial killer active in the early 1940s. Born in 1917 in South Carolina, McClam's criminal activities spanned several states, leading to the deaths of at least four individuals. His modus operandi primarily involved brutal beatings, and his victims were often acquaintances or individuals he had personal grievances against.

Criminal Activities

McClam's known criminal activities include:

• Unnamed Wife: In the early 1940s, McClam murdered his wife in South Carolina. Specific details about her identity and the circumstances of her death remain scarce.
• Ray Moore (22): On March 10, 1944, in Maryland, McClam beat Ray Moore to death. The motive behind this killing is not well-documented.
• Thomas Tate (33): Also on March 10, 1944, in Maryland, McClam murdered Thomas Tate through severe beating. The reasons for this attack are unclear.
• Fred Moore (44): On the same day, March 10, 1944, in Maryland, Fred Moore became another victim of McClam's violent spree, succumbing to fatal beatings. The connection between McClam and Fred Moore is not extensively detailed.

Apprehension and Legal Proceedings

Following the murders on March 10, 1944, McClam was apprehended by authorities. He was convicted of capital murder and received a life imprisonment sentence in South Carolina. However, due to the severity of his crimes in Maryland, he was extradited to face charges there. Subsequently, McClam was sentenced to death in Maryland. ...Read More

Confirmed Victims: (4)

Unnamed wife , Date of Death: 1940s

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