Ep 9. The Hillside Stranglers

In season 4 episode 9 of World's Most Evil Killers, titled "The Hillside Stranglers," viewers are taken on a chilling journey through the lives and crimes of the notorious serial killer duo, Angelo Buono and Kenneth Bianchi.

Known as the Hillside Stranglers, Buono and Bianchi, began their killing spree in Los Angeles in 1977. Their victims were all young women who were either prostitutes or runaways. The Hillside Stranglers were infamous for torturing their victims before ultimately killing them, using various torture methods such as strangulation.

The episode begins with a brief overview of the Hillside Stranglers' gruesome crimes, which included a total of 10 murders. Notably, the two killers worked together with Bianchi acting as the lure while Buono carried out the murders.

The episode also takes a deep dive into the backgrounds of Buono and Bianchi, exploring how they became the killers they were. Bianchi, who was adopted as a child, had a troubled upbringing and had already attempted rape before he met Buono. Buono, on the other hand, had a history of criminal activity, including pimping and sexual assault.

Throughout the episode, viewers are shown interviews with law enforcement officials, journalists, and family members of the victims, who all offer insights into the mindset of the Hillside Stranglers. The episode also includes reenactments of the crimes, which may be disturbing for some viewers.

One of the most striking aspects of "The Hillside Stranglers" episode is the level of planning that went into the killings. Buono and Bianchi meticulously planned and carried out their murders, often using different vehicles and locations to avoid detection.

Towards the end of the episode, viewers are shown how the two killers were eventually caught. The investigation into the Hillside Stranglers was one of the largest and most complex in LA's history, involving hundreds of law enforcement officials and spanning years. However, it was the two killers' arrogance that ultimately led to their downfall.

Overall, "The Hillside Stranglers" is a deeply unsettling but fascinating look into the lives and crimes of one of America's most notorious serial killer duos. The episode offers a valuable insight into the psychopathy of killers and the lengths that law enforcement officials must go to bring them to justice.