Dennis Nilsen

Dennis Nilsen was a British serial killer and necrophile active between 1978 and 1983. He murdered at least 12 young men and boys, often luring them to his home, where he would kill, trap, and sometimes retain their bodies for extended periods. Nilsen’s crimes were characterized by a disturbing combination of violence, necrophilia, and body desecration. He was arrested in 1983, confessed to his crimes, and was sentenced to life imprisonment. His case drew significant media attention due to the nature of his offenses and his carefully detailed confessions.