Juan Vallejo Corona

Serial Killer

Serial Killer Juan Vallejo Corona

Overview

Juan Vallejo Corona was a Mexican-American serial killer responsible for the brutal murders of 25 men in California in 1971. His crimes were discovered when authorities found a mass grave on a farm near Yuba City. He was convicted in 1973 and sentenced to life in prison.

Discovery of the Murders

The investigation into Corona's crimes began on May 19, 1971, when a peach farmer in Sutter County, California, discovered a freshly dug grave containing the body of an unidentified man. Authorities launched an extensive search of the area, uncovering a total of 25 shallow graves across multiple locations.

Details of the Victims

Most of the victims were transient laborers hired for farm work. They were found brutally murdered, suffering from multiple stab wounds and deep slashes. Some victims had been hacked with a machete, while others bore evidence of being beaten. Corona, who worked as a labor contractor, was linked to the victims through employment records and eyewitness testimonies. ...Read More

Confirmed Victims: (10)

James Howard Howard Age: (64), Date of Death: 1971-05-19

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