Gary Ray Bowles

Serial Killer

Gary Ray Bowles: The I-95 Killer

Early Life

Gary Ray Bowles was born on January 25, 1962, in Clifton Forge, Virginia. He was raised in Rupert, West Virginia. His father, Frank, died from black lung disease six months before Bowles was born. His mother, Frances, remarried several times, and Bowles was abused by his second stepfather, a violent alcoholic who also abused Bowles' mother and older brother. The abuse continued until Bowles fought back at the age of 13, severely injuring his stepfather. He left home soon thereafter, angered by his mother's decision to remain in the marriage.

Criminal History

Bowles was homeless for several years, earning money as a prostitute to men. In 1982, he was arrested for beating and sexually assaulting his girlfriend and was sentenced to six years in prison. After his release, he was convicted of unarmed robbery in 1991 and sentenced to four more years in prison, serving two. ...

Confirmed Victims: (6)

John Hardy Roberts Age: (59), Date of Death: March 15, 1994

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