William Joseph Pierce: A Detailed Account of His Crimes
Early Life and Background
William Joseph Pierce Jr., also known as "Junior," was born on October 11, 1931, in Midville, Georgia. His early life was marked by poverty and hardship, exacerbated by the Great Depression. Pierce's mother was authoritarian, and after his parents' divorce in 1945, she began to beat him, causing intense emotional stress. Pierce dropped out of school in 1948 and enlisted in the Army, but was discharged for health reasons. He later worked various low-skill jobs and exhibited deviant behavior following a head injury in the late 1950s.
Criminal Activities
Pierce's criminal activities began in 1959 when he was arrested for theft and sentenced to five years' imprisonment. After serving 32 months, he was paroled but soon re-arrested for robbery and arson, leading to a 20-year sentence. Despite a report from staff psychiatrists contending that he "may be dangerous to himself and others," Pierce was paroled in May 1970.
Murders
Between June 1970 and January 1971, Pierce committed a series of at least nine murders across three states: Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. His victims included both men and women, ranging in age from 17 to 60.
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