Richard Anthony Grissom

Serial Killer

Richard Anthony Jr. Grissom: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life

Richard Anthony Grissom Jr. was born on November 10, 1960, on an American military installation in South Korea. He was adopted by U.S. army Sergeant Richard Grissom Sr. and his wife Fredonia, an African American couple. The family moved across numerous states before finally settling in Kansas.

First Murder: Hazel Meeker

On January 27, 1977, Grissom, then a teenager, had an argument with his parents and left their home. He stole a railroad spike, broke into the home of his neighbor, 72-year-old Hazel Meeker, and viciously beat her to death. He was apprehended shortly after and confessed to the murder. ...

Confirmed Victims: (4)

Hazel Meeker Age: (72), Date of Death: 1977-01-27

Suspected Victims:

Terri Maness Age: (25)

Richard Grissom - Wikipedia