The Beast of B.C., the Rent-A-Car Killer, Canada's first true Bogeyman... Known by many names, this monster was always a menace to society. During the early 80's however, he went on a killing spree that will forever stain British Columbia's history. Over the course of 9 months, almost a dozen children between the ages of 9 and 18 were abducted and their lives brutally ended. Today, I bring you the story of Clifford Olson, Canada's "Pioneer Serial Killer."




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In jail almost 25 years, Canada's most infamous serial killer is still finding ways to outrage the justice system. (2006, July 3). Retrieved March 23, 2023.




Mulgrew, I. (2011, October 3). Clifford Olson — Canada’s national monster — dead at 71. Vancouver Sun.




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Parole hearing set for Olson. (2006, June 21). Retrieved March 23, 2023.




Serial child killer 'should die in prison'. (2006, June 22). Retrieved March 24, 2023.

















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