Who is David Berkowitz?

They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. David Berkowitz, byname Son of Sam, original name David Falco, (born June 1, 1953, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.), American serial killer who murdered six people in New York City in 1976–77.

What happened to Sam Berkowitz?

The serial killer would sign his letters with the nickname for the demon that he believed was inhabiting his neighbor's black Labrador retriever. The string of murders was known as the "Son of Sam" shootings. Berkowitz murdered his last victim in late July 1977 and was finally arrested on August 10 that year.

Who is 'son of Sam' Berkowitz?

The independent investigation then took an even darker path. Zeroing in on Berkowitz’s nickname, “Son of Sam,” Terry turned his attention to Sam Carr—the neighbor, whose two sons, John and Michael Carr, had previously been associated with Berkowitz.

Where did 161 Berkowitz live?

: 161 Berkowitz served about a decade in Attica until he was relocated ( c. 1990) to Sullivan Correctional Facility in Fallsburg, where he remained for many years. Later, he was transferred to Shawangunk Correctional Facility in Ulster County. Berkowitz described his life in Attica Correctional Facility as a "nightmare".