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Families of Rex Heuermann victims confront US serial killer: ‘Save a spot in hell’

Families of Rex Heuermann victims confront US serial killer: ‘Save a spot in hell’

Summary

Rex Heuermann, a 62-year-old architect from Manhattan, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing eight women over more than 30 years. During the sentencing in Riverhead, New York, the victims' families spoke about their loss, and Judge Timothy Mazzei strongly condemned Heuermann.

Key Facts

  • Heuermann pleaded guilty to murdering seven women and confessed to killing an eighth.
  • He was sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole.
  • The killings began over 30 years ago, and the victims were linked to the Gilgo Beach case.
  • The judge called Heuermann “disgusting,” “pathetic,” and a coward during sentencing.
  • Family members of the victims spoke emotionally about their grief and the effects of the crimes on their lives.
  • The Suffolk County district attorney accused Heuermann of trying to manipulate others even from jail.
  • Heuermann had taunted a victim’s sister by calling her from the victim’s phone.
  • The victims’ families demanded justice and expressed that nothing can undo their loss.
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