The deadliest Gemini serial killers of all time
Geminis get a bit of a mixed reputation. On a good day, they’re the zodiac’s social butterflies - quick on their feet, great talkers and charming.
But on a bad day? The sign of the twins can become something far more sinister - enough that true-crime circles have been whispering about the 'Gemini problem' for years.
Gemini serial killers are a fascinating mix of mask and monster. They glide through life looking ordinary or even charming while harbouring a violent, hidden self.
Below, Crime+Investigation uncovers some of the most infamous killers born between 20th May and 21st June. Read on to learn about their crimes, their MOs and the unsettling traits that put Geminis right in the centre of zodiac-true-crime lore.
Jeffrey Dahmer – 21st May 1960
The 'Milwaukee Cannibal' is one of the most notorious killers in modern history. Between 1978 and 1991, Dahmer murdered 17 men and boys. He committed acts of necrophilia and cannibalism that shocked even veteran investigators. Dahmer’s ability to appear shy and soft-spoken, coming across as unassuming is exactly the kind of duality that Geminis are infamous for.
Kenneth Bianchi – 22nd May 1951
Known as one half of the 'Hillside Stranglers', Bianchi worked with his cousin Angelo Buono to murder at least 12 women. He used multiple killing methods - strangulation, lethal injections, electric shock and even carbon monoxide. His shocking adaptability fits eerily well with Gemini’s flexible nature.
Richard Chase – 23rd May 1950
Chase was named the 'Vampire of Sacramento' when he murdered six people in a frenzy of blood-drinking and cannibalism. His horrific crimes were chaotic, delusional, and deeply disturbing. This was in stark contrast to the gentle demeanour he sometimes showed - another chilling twin-like split.
Peter Kürten – 26th May 1883
Another so-called vampire, Kürten was known as Germany’s 'Vampire of Düsseldorf'. He killed at least nine people and attempted dozens more attacks across a span of 16 years. A master manipulator, Kürten loved being the centre of attention and was known for his twisted charm.
Danny Rolling – 26th May 1954
If you’ve ever watched Scream, Rolling’s crimes may sound familiar. Named the 'Gainesville Ripper', he murdered five college students in four days, before confessing to three more killings. Rolling’s crimes were theatrical, brutal and eerily methodical.
Mary Bell – 26th May 1957
Ten-year-old Mary Bell’s
After her release in 1980, she lived under strict anonymity to be able to reinvent herself – a classic Gemini skill.
Robert Lee Yates – 27th May 1952
The 'Spokane Serial Killer' murdered at least 16 people from 1975 to 1998. His early victims were college students, but he later targeted sex workers. Yates wore a typical Gemini mask, hiding his crimes behind the façade of a seemingly stable family life.
Wayne Williams – 27th May 1958
Convicted of two murders and suspected in at least 24 others, Williams is at the centre of the infamous Atlanta child murders. He had the ability to navigate multiple social circles, from music production to community initiatives - added another unsettling layer to the case.
András Pándy – 1st June 1927
One of Europe’s most chilling family serial killers. Pándy is believed to have murdered his wife, ex-wife, two biological children and two step-children - all with the help of another daughter. He might also have committed even more murders, slipping through the cracks for years.
David Berkowitz – 1st June 1953
The 'Son of Sam' terrorised New York with a string of shootings and taunting letters between 1975 and 1977. Using a .44 calibre Bulldog revolver, he killed six and wounded several others. This created a media frenzy that made him one of the most infamous killers of the 20th century.
Peter Sutcliffe – 2nd June 1946
One of the most notorious serial killers ever, the 'Yorkshire Ripper' murdered 13 women and girls, many of them sex workers, between 1975 and 1980. His crimes dominated British headlines and left a legacy of fear and outrage. Sutcliffe’s murders still resonate in true-crime discussions today.
Arthur Shawcross – 6th June 1945
The 'Genesee River Killer' murdered 14 victims, many of them sex workers, after being released from prison for earlier child murders. The fact that he regained freedom and then committed even more killings remains one of the justice system’s most chilling failures.
Samuel Little – 7th June 1940
The most prolific confirmed serial killer in American history. Little confessed to 93 murders between 1970 and 2005, with 60 confirmed. He targeted vulnerable women, often sex workers or the homeless, and managed to evade capture for decades - thanks to his charisma and chameleon-like lifestyle.
Archibald Hall – 17th June 1924
A Scottish serial killer better known as the 'Killer Butler'. Hall murdered five people while working for members of the British aristocracy - a grim reminder that charm and social climbing can hide terrifying intentions.
Want more serial killer info? Stay in the know with the Crime+Investigation newsletter! Get exclusive access to new articles, episodes, clips, competitions and more – delivered weekly and completely free. Don't miss out – sign up today!
