Angel Colon Maldonado

Serial Killer

Ángel Colón Maldonado: The 'Angel of the Bachelors'

Introduction

Ángel Colón Maldonado, infamously known as the "Angel of the Bachelors," is recognized as Puerto Rico's only documented serial killer. His series of heinous crimes during the mid-1980s targeted homosexual men, instilling fear within the community and shedding light on the prejudices of that era. Colón Maldonado's actions led to his conviction and imprisonment, where he remains to this day.

Background

In the 1980s, Puerto Rico grappled with societal biases against the LGBTQ+ community. Colón Maldonado exploited these prejudices, selecting his victims from gay men he encountered in nightlife venues across Santurce and Condado. His modus operandi involved luring victims, subjecting them to brutal assaults, and ultimately murdering them. The media's portrayal of these crimes, coupled with the authorities' initial slow response, highlighted the marginalization faced by the LGBTQ+ community during that period.

Confirmed Victims

• Iván Frontera - A renowned social chronicler and journalist, Frontera was found murdered in May 1985. His death was particularly gruesome, with reports indicating he was tied up and stabbed over 100 times.
• Dr. Luis Manuel González López - A respected dentist, González López was murdered in April 1985. Details of his death were consistent with Colón Maldonado's violent methods.
• Gustavo Faxas de Miguel - A Cuban musician, Faxas de Miguel's life was tragically cut short in May 1985. His murder further exemplified the brutality of Colón Maldonado's attacks.

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Iván Frontera , Date of Death: 1985-05

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Murder charge filed in gay teen slaying - NBC News

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