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Oscar Ray Bolin: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Introduction

Oscar Ray Jr. Bolin was an American serial killer and convicted rapist who was executed in Florida for multiple murders. His crimes spanned from 1986 to 1987, primarily in Florida and Texas. Bolin's heinous acts left a trail of devastation and heartbreak, with his victims' families seeking justice for years.

Early Life

Oscar Ray Bolin was born on January 22, 1962, in Portland, Indiana. He grew up in a troubled household, with a father who frequently beat him. Bolin's early life was marked by run-ins with the law, starting with a theft arrest at the age of 15 in Ohio. In the early 1980s, he moved to Florida and began working as a carnival worker.

Crimes

Bolin's criminal activities escalated in the mid-1980s, culminating in a series of brutal murders. His victims were young women, and his methods were particularly violent. ...Read More
Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (3)
  • Stephanie Anne Collins Age: (17), Date of Death: 1986-11-05
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    Killer's Details

    Oscar Ray

    Bolin

    January 22, 1962 Portland, Indiana, United States

    January 7, 2016 (aged 53) Starke, Florida, United States

    Executed by lethal injection

    Male

    White

    Murder (First degree)

    Death

    3+

    1986 - 1987

    Florida, Texas

    Florida State Prison — Bradford County, Florida

    07/03/2025