Who Is Jerry Brudos
Jerry Brudos was an American serial killer born in 1939 in Webster, South Dakota. He committed multiple murders in Oregon during the 1960s and was later convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
Jerry Brudos Crimes and Victims
Brudos targeted young women, often luring them with ruses related to his car or work. He killed at least four women between 1968 and 1969, and police linked him to additional disappearances. His crimes drew widespread attention in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
Jerry Brudos Arrest, Trial, and Imprisonment
After an investigation involving forensic evidence and witness testimony, Brudos was arrested and charged with murder. He was convicted and sentenced to multiple life terms. He spent decades in Oregon prisons and died in 2006 while incarcerated.
For a detailed overview of the case, see the Oregon Encyclopedia entry on Jerry Brudos here.
