William Devin Howell

Serial Killer

William Devin Howell: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Overview

William Devin Howell, born on February 11, 1970, is an American serial killer who was convicted of murdering seven individuals in 2003. His crimes are considered among the most heinous in Connecticut's history. Howell targeted vulnerable individuals, many of whom were involved in substance abuse or sex work, and disposed of their bodies behind a shopping plaza in New Britain, an area he referred to as his "garden."

Modus Operandi

Howell operated a blue van, which he ominously dubbed the "murder mobile." He used this vehicle to abduct his victims, commit sexual assaults, and ultimately murder them. The van served as both his transportation and a mobile crime scene. ...

Confirmed Victims: (7)

Melanie Ruth Camilini Age: (29), Date of Death: January 1, 2003

Serial Killer William Devin Howell's Crimes