Rex Heuermann
Rex Heuermann is known as the Gilgo Beach serial killer who murdered eight women.
Related Stories
Serial killer who murdered eight women in Long Island town imprisoned for life
In fiery exchange, judge sentenced him to three life sentences plus 25 years to life on four other charges, all running consecutively.
June 17, 2026Officer on horseback chases suspect through New York streets
The suspect was accused of purse-snatching and has been charged with larceny and providing false information.
April 17, 2026This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst
For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.
April 11, 2026Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle has spoken to the Artemis II crew ahead of their likely splashdown on Saturday.
April 9, 2026Key moments in the Gilgo Beach serial killings case
Rex Heuermann has pled guilty in the murder of eight women killed between 1993 and 2010 on Long Island.
April 8, 2026'Cold as ice': Serial killer admits to eight murders in case that haunted Long Island for years
Rex Heuermann's plea ends a case that police took 13 years to solve, frustrating the public and victims' family.
April 8, 2026Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect expected to plead guilty to eighth victim
Architect Rex Heuermann will appear in court on Wednesday when he is expected to plead guilty to murder charges.
April 8, 2026Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect to plead guilty, US media report
Rex Heuermann, who is accused of murdering seven women, previously maintained his innocence and pleaded not guilty.
March 27, 2026