David Alan Gore: A Detailed Account of His Crimes
Background
David Alan Gore (August 21, 1953 – April 12, 2012) was an American serial killer who, along with his cousin Fred Waterfield, committed a series of brutal murders in Vero Beach and Indian River County, Florida, between 1981 and 1983. The duo became infamously known as the "Killing Cousins." Gore, who had previously served as an auxiliary sheriff's deputy, exploited his position to facilitate some of his heinous acts. He was executed by lethal injection in 2012 after spending 28 years on Florida's death row. Waterfield is currently serving two consecutive life sentences.
Early Criminal Activity
In 1976, prior to their murder spree, Gore and Waterfield were accused by 20-year-old Angela Hommell Austin of raping her at gunpoint. Both cousins claimed the encounter was consensual, and no charges were filed. This incident foreshadowed their escalating pattern of violence.
Victims
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Hsiang Huang Ling (48) and Ying Hua Ling (17)
Date: February 19, 1981
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Details: Gore used his auxiliary police badge to abduct Ying Hua Ling, subsequently kidnapping her mother, Hsiang Huang Ling, from their home. The mother was tied to a tree and left to asphyxiate while Gore and Waterfield raped the daughter. Both victims were dismembered, and their remains were concealed in oil drums.
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Judith Kay Daley (35)
Date: July 15, 1981
Location: Near Vero Beach, Florida
Details: Daley's car was sabotaged by Gore at a beach, leading her to accept his offer for assistance. She was then taken to a secluded area where both Gore and Waterfield raped her. Gore later disposed of her body in a swamp.
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Barbara Ann Byer (14) and Angelica LaVallee (14)
Date: May 20, 1983
Location: Indian River County, Florida
Details: The two hitchhikers were picked up by Gore and Waterfield, who subsequently raped, murdered, and dismembered them. These crimes led to Waterfield's conviction and life sentences.
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Lynn Elliott (17) and Regan Martin (14)
Date: July 26, 1983
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Details: While hitchhiking, Elliott and Martin were abducted by Gore and Waterfield and taken to a property owned by Gore's parents. After Waterfield departed, Gore assaulted Martin. Elliott attempted to escape but was recaptured and fatally shot by Gore. This murder was witnessed by a nearby teenager, leading to Gore's arrest and Martin's rescue.
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