Terry Blair

Serial Killer

Terry Blair: The Kansas City Serial Killer

Overview

Terry Anthony Blair was an American serial killer from Kansas City, Missouri, whose known crimes stretched from 1982 to 2004. He was convicted of killing seven women: Angela Monroe in 1982 and six more women in Kansas City in 2004. Investigators also suspected him in additional deaths, but those charges were later dropped. Blair's murders were concentrated around Kansas City's Prospect Avenue corridor, an area where several victims were found in abandoned houses, alleys, vacant lots, garages, and overgrown spaces. Blair's crimes were marked by a repeated targeting of vulnerable women, including women described in court records and police accounts as sex workers or women living in unstable circumstances. His 2004 victims were found within a relatively small geographic area, and several had been hidden or covered after death. The case drew intense public attention after anonymous 911 calls led police to multiple bodies. The caller claimed responsibility for several killings and gave specific directions to where victims had been left. A judge later found that the evidence supported the conclusion that Blair was the anonymous caller.

Early Life and Violent Background

Terry Blair was born on September 16, 1961, in Kansas City, Missouri. His family history was repeatedly described as violent and troubled, with several relatives facing serious criminal charges over the years. Blair grew up in an environment where violence, instability, and criminal behavior were recurring themes. While that background does not explain or excuse his crimes, it became part of the broader public discussion surrounding the case after his arrest. Before he became known as a serial killer, Blair had already been convicted of murder. His first known victim was Angela Monroe, a young pregnant woman who had been in a relationship with him and was the mother of two of his children. Blair was convicted in connection with her 1982 killing and sentenced to 25 years in prison. After serving approximately 21 years, he was released, and within a short time, Kansas City would again be confronted with a series of murders later tied to him. ...

Confirmed Victims: (7)

Angela Monroe Age: (19), Date of Death: 1982-05-15

Suspected Victims:

Sandra Reed Age: (45), Date of Death: 2003-06-20

Nellia Harris Age: (33), Date of Death: 2004-09-20

Terry Blair (serial killer) - Wikipedia