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See any errors? Let us know!Gerald Walter McFadden: A Notorious Serial Killer
Introduction
Gerald Walter McFadden was a convicted serial killer and rapist responsible for the brutal murders of at least three young women in Texas. His crimes, marked by violence and cruelty, occurred in the 1980s, leaving behind a trail of terror and loss. McFadden had a long history of violent offenses, and despite being imprisoned for prior crimes, he was eventually released, leading to further tragic deaths.The 1986 Murders
On June 6, 1986, three young women were abducted, sexually assaulted, and brutally murdered by Gerald McFadden in Kilgore, Texas. Their names and details are as follows:- Gena Turner - 20 years old, abducted and killed on June 6, 1986.
- Suzanne Harrison - 18 years old, abducted and killed on June 6, 1986.
- Bryan Boone - 19 years old, abducted and killed on June 6, 1986.
Previous Crimes and Escalation
Before the 1986 murders, McFadden was already a convicted rapist. In 1972, he was sentenced to life in prison for rape but was released on parole in 1985. His release, despite his violent history, allowed him to continue his predatory acts, leading to the tragic deaths of Turner, Harrison, and Boone. ...Read MoreVictims
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Confirmed Victims: (4)
Anna Marie Hlavka Age: (20), Date of Death: 1979-06-24 ...View 3 additional victims
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Gerald Walter
Mcfadden
March 21, 1948 Haskell County, Texas, United States
October 14, 1999 (aged 51) Huntsville, Texas, United States
Executed by lethal injection
Male
White
The Animal
Capital murder
Death
4 (confirmed and known)
1973 - 1986
Oregon, Texas
Texas State Penitentiary (Huntsville Unit) — Huntsville, Texas
07/03/2025










