Luis Garavito was born in Colombia in 1957 to an abusive, alcoholic father and a time of civil unrest. At the age of sixteen, Garavito was kicked out of the house. This sparked a transient lifestyle and murder spree during which Garavito raped, tortured, and murdered over one hundred victims.
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Luis Garavito: The Most Prolific Serial Killer in History
Uncover the horrifying true story of Luis Garavito, Colombia's prolific serial killer, in this chilling account. From childhood trauma to his gruesome crimes, explore the darkness that led to "The Beast's" reign of terror. Will justice prevail?
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Luis Garavito | The Beast - Part 1
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<p>Brandishing a menacing knife, he binds the child securely with rope he brought with him. After the child is tied up, he cuts away the boy´s clothes so that he lies completely naked under the sun. Smiling, the serial killer’s mask falls away and he quickly masturbates over the ... Show More
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