21 Notorious Serial-Killer Cases — and the Last Meals They Requested

Warning: This article contains graphic descriptions of rape and murder. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

This piece compiles 21 notorious serial-killer cases and records the final meal each offender requested or received before execution or death. Each entry pairs a concise summary of the perpetrator’s crimes with the specific foods associated with their last hours, presenting these small details as part of the factual record rather than an endorsement or sensational celebration of violence.

What the list includes

For each of the 21 cases you will find:

• The offender's name and a brief overview of their crimes — a factual, concise summary of known actions and convictions.
• Context and outcome — investigation highlights, conviction status, and how the case concluded (execution, death in custody, etc.).
• The last meal — the specific foods requested or delivered before death, where recorded.

Tone and purpose

This collection is meant to document an unusual historical detail — last meals — alongside verified facts of each case. It is not intended to glorify the offenders or to exploit victims. Where available, entries draw on court records, contemporary reporting, and authoritative sources. Readers who are sensitive to violent content should consider skipping this article.

Ethics and sensitivity

Stories of violent crime involve real victims and lasting harm. When reading accounts of brutality, try to remember the human costs behind the headlines: the people harmed, their families, and the broader social consequences. This article aims to balance factual reporting with respect for those affected.

If you would like, we can provide a version with names and graphic details omitted for a less disturbing read, or a separate piece examining the cultural history and myths surrounding last-meal requests.