Donald Henry Gaskins

Serial Killer

Donald Henry "Pee Wee" Gaskins: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life and Criminal Beginnings

Donald Henry Gaskins, born on March 13, 1933, in Florence County, South Carolina, was the last in a series of illegitimate children born to Eulea Parrott. Due to his small stature, he earned the nickname "Pee Wee." His upbringing was marred by neglect and abuse, leading to a troubled youth. At age 13, Gaskins was convicted for assaulting a young girl with a hatchet during a burglary, resulting in a sentence to a reform school where he suffered repeated sexual assaults. This period marked the beginning of his extensive criminal record, including charges of assault, burglary, and statutory rape.

Escalation to Murder

Gaskins's criminal activities escalated to murder in the late 1960s. He confessed to killing hitchhikers and others he deemed vulnerable, employing methods such as stabbing, shooting, drowning, and poisoning. His victims were often subjected to prolonged torture before their deaths. Gaskins claimed to have murdered over 100 individuals, but law enforcement confirmed 15 victims. ...

Confirmed Victims: (13)

Janice Kirby Age: (15), Date of Death: 1970-11-10

Suspected Victims:

Martha Ann Dicks Age: (20), Date of Death: 1971-03-29

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