Aileen Wuornos
1956 – 2002

Aileen Wuornos

American serial killer (1956–2002)

prostitutehabitual offenderserial killer
Born
1956-02-29, Rochester
Died
2002-10-09
Birthplace state
Michigan

Biography

Aileen Wuornos was born in Rochester, Michigan in 1956. Working as a prostitute along Florida highways between 1989 and 1990, she shot and killed seven men, robbing them after their deaths. She initially claimed self-defense, alleging her victims had raped or attempted to rape her, but later abandoned this claim. Sentenced to death for six of the murders, she was executed in 2002 after spending more than ten years on death row in Florida.

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Aileen Wuornos is recorded as a prostitute, a habitual offender and a serial killer, born in Michigan (1956–2002).

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Frequently asked about Aileen Wuornos

Who was Aileen Wuornos?
Aileen Wuornos was American serial killer (1956–2002), born in Michigan (1956 – 2002).
When and where was Aileen Wuornos born?
Aileen Wuornos was born on 1956-02-29 in Rochester.
When did Aileen Wuornos die?
Aileen died on 2002-10-09.
What was Aileen Wuornos known for?
Aileen Wuornos is recorded as a prostitute, a habitual offender and a serial killer.
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