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Robert Spangler was an American serial killer and con artist responsible for multiple murders, including the killing of family members and other victims. He often staged deaths to appear accidental. Spangler was eventually arrested and convicted, receiving a life sentence. He died in prison in 2001, with his case notable for the deceptive methods used to conceal his crimes.

Robert Zarinsky is a serial killer, known as 'The Cop Killer'.

Rodney Alcala was an American serial killer and sex offender who murdered multiple women and girls between the 1960s and 1970s. He gained notoriety for appearing on the television show "The Dating Game" during his killing spree. Alcala was eventually convicted of several murders and linked to many more through DNA evidence. He spent decades on death row before dying in prison in 2021. His case remains infamous due to the sheer number of victims and his ability to evade capture for years.

Rodney Leed is being executed for the murder of an unspecified woman in 2026.

Roger Kibbe is known as the 'I-5 Strangler', a serial killer who was convicted for multiple murders in California between 1977 and 1986

Ronald Dominique is an American serial killer known as the "Bayou Strangler," responsible for the murders of multiple men in Louisiana. He lured victims with promises of work or accommodation before killing them. Dominique was eventually arrested and confessed to numerous murders. He was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, with his crimes highlighting the vulnerability of marginalized individuals.

Rosemary West, along with her husband Fred West, is infamously known for their involvement in a series of murders in Gloucestershire, England between 1967 and 1987.

Roy DeMeo was an American mobster associated with the Gambino crime family, known for leading a crew responsible for numerous murders during the 1970s and early 1980s. His group became infamous for their efficiency in carrying out contract killings. DeMeo was eventually murdered, likely by members of organized crime due to fears he would cooperate with authorities. His case remains a significant example of organized crime violence in the United States.