Why He Was Called the Devil in Disguise
Gacy often appeared as a respectable community figure. He performed at children's hospitals and charity events while secretly committing murders. His public image as a friendly clown and businessman made his crimes more shocking.
Key Facts About His Crimes
Gacy lured victims, mostly young men, to his home, where he sexually assaulted and murdered them. He buried most victims under his house. His case led to major changes in how police handle missing persons and serial offender investigations.
For more details, see the FBI case summary on John Gacy at https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/john-gacy.
