Richard Otto Macek

Serial Killer

Richard Otto Macek: The Mad Biter

Early Life

Richard Otto Macek, born in 1948 in Chicago, Illinois, was known as "The Mad Biter" due to his brutal crimes. Little is known about his early life, but he moved to McHenry, Illinois, at an early age and had a supposedly normal childhood. After completing the 11th grade, Macek enlisted in the United States Army but served only six months before being dishonorably discharged.

Criminal Activities

Since 1968, Macek was arrested on various charges, ranging from peeping to aggravated battery and even an attempted murder charge against a woman in Elmwood Park. When not in prison, he worked jobs such as a truck driver, machinist, and cook.

Murders

Richard Macek's confirmed murder spree occurred between August and September 1974. His victims included:

• Paula Atkinson Cupit, 24, murdered on August 13, 1974, in Fontana, Wisconsin.
• Nancy Lossman, 26, and her daughter, Lisa, 3, murdered in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

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Confirmed Victims: (3)

Paula Atkinson Cupit Age: (24), Date of Death: August 13, 1974

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Suspected Victims:

Christine Rothschild Age: (18), Date of Death: 1968-05-25

Cindy Becker , Date of Death: 1975-05-13

Michele Baker Age: (18), Date of Death: July 4, 1975

Sally Kandel Age: (14), Date of Death: 1972-09-12

Survivors:

Sharon Lee Kulisek Age: (20), Date of Attack: July 26, 1975

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