Very Scary People S02E01 - Son of Sam Part 1: The Duke of Death
Very Scary People (2019)
S02E01 Son of Sam Part 1: The Duke of Death
Episode Overview
David Berkowitz is one of the most notorious serial killers in American history. Between 1976 and 1977, he instilled fear in New York City, adopting the chilling nickname, the Son of Sam. Armed with a .44 revolver, he committed eight brutal shootings across three boroughs, resulting in six deaths and seven injuries. Despite an extensive investigation involving countless NYPD officers, Berkowitz's rampage continued for over a year. How was he able to elude capture? What crucial evidence did law enforcement overlook? The detectives involved share their firsthand experiences of dealing with a gun-wielding killer on the streets of New York.