William Wayne Gilbert

Serial Killer

William Wayne Gilbert: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life and Background

William Wayne Gilbert was born in 1950 in Los Lunas, New Mexico. Little is publicly documented about his early life, but he emerged as a notorious figure in New Mexico's criminal history due to a series of violent crimes committed between 1979 and 1980.

Confirmed Victims

Gilbert's criminal activities led to the deaths of several individuals. The known victims include:

• Barbara McMullen: Age 24, murdered on January 8, 1980, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was shot to death.
• Kenn Johnson: Age 26, murdered in January 1980 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was shot to death.
• Noel Johnson: Age 21, murdered in January 1980 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was shot to death.
• Carol Gilbert: Age 30, murdered in January 1980 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was shot to death.

These crimes were characterized by their brutality, with all victims fatally shot. The murders of Kenn and Noel Johnson occurred in January 1980, while Barbara McMullen was killed on January 8, 1980. Carol Gilbert, William's wife, was also among the victims during this period.

Arrest and Convictions

Gilbert was apprehended in 1980 following an incident involving gunfire at the American Sandwich Shop in Albuquerque. Subsequently, he confessed to six murders, including that of his wife, Carol Gilbert. He was tried and convicted for first-degree murder in the District Court of Valencia County for Carol's death and sentenced to life imprisonment. Additionally, Gilbert received consecutive life sentences for the murders of Barbara McMullen, Kenn Johnson, and Noel Johnson. His criminal record also included convictions for kidnapping, rape, and conspiracy to escape. ...Read More

Confirmed Victims: (4)

Barbara McMullen Age: (24), Date of Death: January 8, 1980

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