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Gerald Frank Stanley: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life and Background

Gerald Frank Stanley, born in 1945, is an American murderer and suspected serial killer. He is currently imprisoned at San Quentin State Prison in California.

Crimes and Convictions

Stanley's criminal activities span from 1975 to 1980, during which he committed multiple heinous acts.

Murder of Kathleen Stanley

  • Victim: Kathleen Stanley
  • Date: January 14, 1975
  • Location: California, United States
  • Details: Stanley approached his wife Kathleen's car while she was driving his son and her daughter to school. He opened the unlocked passenger door and fired his gun at Kathleen, killing her. He then attempted to abduct her daughter but was tackled by witnesses and arrested. Stanley was convicted of second-degree murder in October 1975 and sentenced to 10 years in state prison. He was paroled in October 1979 after serving 4½ years in prison.
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Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (2)
  • Kathleen Stanley Age: (26), Date of Death: 1975-01-14
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    Suspected Victims:
  • Diana Lynn , Date of Death: 1980
  • Killer's Details

    Gerald

    Stanley

    1945 (age 78–79) United States

    Male

    White

    Murder

    10 years (October 1975), Death (1984)

    2-3

    1975 - 1980

    California

    August 15, 1980

    San Quentin State Prison — San Quentin, California

    07/03/2025