Case File: Andrei Chikatilo
Case File #01
WHO
Andrei Chikatilo (1936 – 1994)
The Butcher of Rostov, The Red Ripper, The Rostov Ripper
WHEN
1978 – 1990
WHERE
Within the Soviet Union
WHAT
Killed and sexually assaulted a confirmed 53 young people.
HOW
Severe knife mutilation.
WHY
Thought to achieve sexual gratification from killing. He is classed as a necro-sadist.
NOW
Executed in February 1994 by a shot to the back of the head.
