ABC7 Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer | Part I
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- In "ABC7 Presents: Chasing a Killer," ABC7 took a look back at decades of terror and torment, and combed through the archives, to document the footprint of a predator.
The case of the "Golden State Killer," also known as the "East Area Rapist," started with a serial rapist and became a 40-year manhunt for a murderer that spanned 500 miles.
In Part I, decades of terror ended when investigators announced an arrest -- but how did the suspect's crimes become so infamous? From the ABC7 archives, here's a look at reporting from the time when he was known as the "East Area Rapist" and "Visalia Ransacker."
FULL VIDEO: Watch Parts 1, 2, and 3 of "ABC7 Presents: Chasing the Golden State Killer."
RELATED: See all ABC7's stories, photos, videos, and more from the archives about the Golden State Killer.
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- 'I hate you Bonnie' Golden State Killer's rage could have been linked to ex
- Former Irvine mom speaks out 32 years after daughter was murdered by 'Golden State Killer'
- Report: Suspected 'Golden State Killer' may have had an accomplice
- 'Golden State Killer' suspect once planned to kill ex-police chief who fired him
- Judge rules more evidence may be collected in 'Golden State Killer' case
- VIDEO: What we know about suspected 'Golden State Killer'
- 'Horrific man:' Suspected 'Golden State Killer' begins court proceedings
- 'Golden State Killers' past and present in Sacramento jars neighbors
- Suspected 'Golden State Killer' appears in Sacramento County Court for 1st time
- Visalia detective came face to face with 'Visalia Ransacker' serial killer in 1975
- Daughter of 'Golden State Killer' victim speaks out
- Visalia Ransacker's victim speaks out for the very first time
- Forensic psychologist examines mind of accused 'Golden State Killer'
- FROM THE ARCHIVE: 'Golden State Killer' terrorizes Concord in 1978
- FROM THE ARCHIVE: 'Golden State Killer' investigation moves to Walnut Creek in 1979
- 'Golden State Killer's' past, present in Sacramento jars neighbors
- Suspected 'Golden State Killer' arrested in Northern California
