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Franklin Lynch
Serial Killer
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Background
Franklin Lynch, born in 1955, is an American serial killer currently on death row at San Quentin State Prison. Convicted of the murders of three elderly women during the summer of 1987, Lynch is also the prime suspect in ten other similar murders in San Leandro, California. These crimes were collectively referred to as "The Day Stalker Murders" due to the perpetrator's tendency to strike during daylight hours.Modus Operandi
Lynch targeted elderly white women, often widowed or living alone. His method involved forcibly entering their homes during midday, assaulting and fatally beating the victims. While he did not commit sexual assaults, he consistently stole money and valuables, suggesting robbery as a motive. All known incidents occurred in San Leandro.Known Victims
- Pearl Larson (76) - June 1987
- Norma Marglon (78) - June 1987
- Adeline Figuerido (89) - July 1987
- Anna Constantin (73) - July 1987
- Agnes George (74) - August 1987
- Marie Lovardi (82) - August 1987
Victims
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Pearl Larson Age: (76), Date of Death: 1987-06-24 ...View 5 additional victims
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Franklin
Lynch
July 21, 1955 (age 69) Alameda County, California, United States
Male
Black
The Day Stalker
First degree murder (x3)
Death
3-13
June - August 1987
California
October 14, 1987
San Quentin State Prison — San Quentin, California
07/03/2025
