Introduction The Son of Sam, a moniker forever etched in the annals of criminal history, refers to David Berkowitz, whose violent crimes terrorised New York City in the late 1970s. His series of shootings that claimed six lives and injured seven others left a profound mark on the collective psyche of the city and the
Introduction The Son of Sam case, referring to the serial murders carried out by David Berkowitz in the late 1970s, remains one of the most notorious crime stories in American history. The name ‘Son of Sam’ became synonymous with fear, illustrating a period of terror in New York City that profoundly influenced law enforcement, media,
Introduction The term ‘Son of Sam’ instantly conjures images of fear and chaos in New York City during the summer of 1976. David Berkowitz, the man behind this moniker and a series of brutal murders, has left an indelible mark on American criminal history. Understanding the Son of Sam case not only helps us to