Night Marauder

Serial Killer

The Night Marauder: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Introduction

The "Night Marauder" was an unidentified serial killer who terrorized the residents of Tennessee between 1919 and 1926. His moniker was derived from his method of operation: nocturnal home invasions that left communities in fear and law enforcement agencies perplexed. Despite extensive investigations, the Night Marauder was never apprehended, and his identity remains a mystery to this day.

Modus Operandi

The Night Marauder's attacks were characterized by:

• **Nocturnal home invasions**: He targeted victims in their residences during the late-night hours, exploiting the cover of darkness.
• **Sexual assaults**: Many of his attacks involved the sexual assault of female victims.
• **Use of firearms**: In several instances, he used a firearm to threaten or incapacitate his victims.

Confirmed Victims

While the exact number of victims remains uncertain, the following individuals are among those confirmed to have been attacked by the Night Marauder:

• **1919**: An unidentified woman in Knoxville, Tennessee, was assaulted in her home during the night. Specific details about this incident are scarce.
• **1921**: A couple in Maryville, Tennessee, experienced a home invasion where the female was assaulted. Their identities have not been publicly disclosed.
• **1923**: In Alcoa, Tennessee, a woman was attacked in her residence. Her name has not been released to the public.
• **1926**: A 60-year-old woman and her recently divorced daughter were attacked in their home in Maryville. The mother was shot during the incident. Specific names were not provided in the available sources.

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Unidentified woman in Knoxville , Date of Death: 1919

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