California, United States
95 locations across 40 towns and cities
Aptos
Serial Killer House
Ed Kemper's house
Serial killer Ed Kemper lived with his mother at this house in Aptos, California, up until his arrest in April 1973.
His crime spree came to an end after he decided to call 911 and confess to his crimes.
Bakersfield
Crime Location
The alley where Candice Welch was found
In May 2020, the remains of 25-year-old Candice Welch were found in a trash can in this alley in Bakersfield, California.
The investigation into her murder remains open.
Benicia
Crime Location
The Lake Herman Road murder site
In December 1968, high school students Betty Lou Jensen and David Faraday were shot dead by the Zodiac Killer at this site on the northern outskirts of Benicia, California.
The case remains unsolved to this day.
Beverly Hills
Celebrity House
Rock Hudson's house
In October 1985, Rock Hudson died in his sleep at this large hilltop house in Beverly Hills.
The Hollywood actor had been diagnosed with AIDS one year previously.
Arrest Location
The public restroom where George Michael was arrested
On April 7, 1998, George Michael was arrested after he exposed himself to a police officer at this restroom in Beverly Hills, California.
Six months later, the singer satirized the incident in the music video for his song "Outside."
Arrest Location
The store where actress Winona Ryder was arrested for shoplifting
In December 2001, actress Winona Ryder was arrested for shoplifting at this department store in Beverly Hills.
One year later, she was sentenced to three years of probation.
Burbank
Death Location
The train tracks where fitness model Greg Plitt died
In January 2015, fitness model Greg Plitt was killed in a train accident at these railroad tracks in Burbank, California.
Death Location
The parking lot where TikTok star Cooper Noriega was found dead
In June 2022, TikTok star Cooper Noriega died from an accidental overdose at this multi-story parking lot in Burbank, California.
He was only 19 years old.
Citrus Heights
Serial Killer House
The Golden State Killer's house
The Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo, lived at this house in Citrus Heights until his arrest in April 2018.
Between 1974 and 1986, DeAngelo targeted dozens of victims in three separate crime sprees.
Compton
Crime Location
The car wash where Orlando Anderson was killed
In May 1998, a South Side Crips member named Orlando Anderson was killed at this car wash in Compton, Los Angeles.
Anderson was a prime suspect in the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.
Encino
Crime Location
Phil Hartman's house
In May 1998, actor and comedian Phil Hartman was murdered by his wife while he was sleeping at this house on Encino Avenue.
A few hours later, his wife lay down on the bed beside him and committed suicide.
Fresno
Interview Location
The location where "Kai the Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker" was interviewed
In February 2013, a homeless drifter named Kai Lawrence rushed to a woman's defense by striking her attacker over the back of the head with a hatchet.
Following the incident, he gave a famous interview at this street corner in Fresno.
Irvine
Crime Location
The house where EARONS murdered Janelle Lisa Cruz
In May 1986, Janelle Lisa Cruz was found murdered at this house in Irvine, California.
The 18-year-old was the last known victim of the Golden State Killer.
Joshua Tree
Death Location
The inn where Gram Parsons died
In September 1973, singer Gram Parsons died of an overdose at the Joshua Tree Inn in California.
His body was later cremated at Cap Rock in Joshua Tree National Park.
Lancaster
Death Location
The house where Aaron Carter died
In November 2022, former teen icon Aaron Carter was found dead in his bathtub at this house in Lancaster, California.
The cause of death was accidental drowning due to drug use.
Long Beach
Filming Location
Jim Levenstein's house from American Pie (1999)
Jim Levenstein's house from American Pie (1999) is situated on Cedar Avenue in Long Beach, California.
Filming Location
The house from Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
The scenes for Ferris' house in the 1986 teen comedy film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" were all filmed at this address in Long Beach, California.
Los Angeles
Filming Location
The location where Michael Jackson's zombie dance scene was filmed
The zombie dance scene from Michael Jackson's "Thriller" was filmed on this street in the Vernon neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Crime Location
The location where "the Black Dahlia" was found murdered
In January 1947, the body of "the Black Dahlia," Elizabeth Short, was found at this section of South Norton Avenue in Los Angeles.
Her case remains one of America's most famous unsolved murders.
Filming Location
Michael Jackson's Thriller house
The house scene in Michael Jackson's "Thriller" was filmed at this property in the historic Angelino Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Crime Location
The location where Janecia Peters was found
The body of Janecia Peters was found in this alleyway off South Western Avenue on January 1, 2007.
Peters was the last known victim of serial killer Lonnie David Franklin Jr.
Place of Interest
The Cecil Hotel
Since the 1930s, the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles has been the site of a number of suicides, murders, and accidental deaths.
Place of Interest
Ron Goldman's apartment
Ron Goldman lived at this apartment building on Gorham Avenue up until his murder in June 1994.
Crime Location
Nicole Brown Simpson's condo
The murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman occurred outside this condo on South Bundy Drive in Los Angeles.
Brown's ex-husband and former NFL star, O.J. Simpson, was later found not guilty of the crime.
Death Location
The location where Lindsey Pearlman was found
On the morning of February 18, 2022, actress Lindsey Pearlman was found dead in her vehicle at this street corner in Hollywood.
Her death was later ruled a suicide.
Filming Location
Captain Steven Hiller's house from Independence Day (1996)
In the sci-fi film Independence Day (1996), Captain Steven Hiller and his girlfriend, Jasmine Dubrow, live at this three-bedroom house in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Crime Location
The sidewalk where Mark Diggs was murdered
Mark Diggs was shot dead on this sidewalk in downtown Los Angeles on November 27, 2023.
He is believed to be the second victim of a suspected serial killer who murdered three homeless men in late November 2023.
Crime Location
The alley where Jose Bolanos was murdered
Jose Bolanos was shot dead in this alley in South Los Angeles on November 26, 2023.
He is believed to be the first victim of a suspected serial killer who murdered three homeless men in late November 2023.
Crash Site Location
Lindsay Lohan's 2005 crash site
In October 2005, actress Lindsay Lohan crashed into the side of a van at this section of Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles.
She was not found to be at fault.
Crime Location
The house where Ashley Ellerin was murdered
Ashley Ellerin was murdered at this house on Pinehurst Road in Los Angeles in February 2001.
The case attracted media attention after it emerged that Ellerin was killed on the same night that she was supposed to go on a date with "That '70s Show" actor Ashton Kutcher.
Crash Site Location
The location where actor Ernie Kovacs died in a car crash
On January 13, 1962, actor and comedian Ernie Kovacs died in a car crash at this intersection in Los Angeles.
He was 42 years old.
Crime Location
The house where actress Rebecca Schaeffer was murdered
In July 1989, actress Rebecca Schaeffer was shot dead by a stalker at this apartment building on North Sweetzer Avenue in Los Angeles.
She was only 21 years old.
Death Location
Marvin Gaye's house
On April 1, 1984, R&B and soul singer Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his father at this house on South Gramercy Place in Los Angeles.
He was 44 years old.
Death Location
The house where actress Teresa Graves died in a fire
In October 2002, former actress Teresa Graves died in a fire at this house in the Inglewood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
She was 54 years old.
Crime Location
The corner where Crips founder Raymond Washington was killed
On the night of August 9, 1979, an unknown gunman shot Crips founder Raymond Washington at this street corner in Los Angeles.
His murder remains unsolved.
Filming Location
The house from The Invitation (2015)
The horror film The Invitation (2015) was filmed at this house on Mulholland Terrace in Los Angeles.
Place of Interest
The restaurant where Nicole Brown Simpson had her last meal
On the night of her murder, Nicole Brown Simpson dined at the Mezzaluna restaurant in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles.
This was also the establishment where her friend, Ron Goldman, worked as a waiter.
Death Location
The house where Coolio died
In September 2022, rapper Coolio died from an overdose at this house on Chesapeake Avenue in Los Angeles, California.
He was 59 years old.
Death Location
The location where Ennis Cosby was murdered
In February 1997, Bill Cosby's son, Ennis Cosby, was shot dead during a botched robbery at this exit on Interstate 405 in Los Angeles.
He was 27 years old.
Death House
The house where Pop Smoke was murdered
In February 2020, home invaders fatally shot rapper Pop Smoke at this house in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles, California.
Death Location
The apartment where actor Corey Haim died
In March 2010, former teen actor Corey Haim collapsed and died at this apartment building in Los Angeles, California.
The cause of death was pneumonia, which had been complicated by an enlarged heart and narrowed blood vessels.
Assault Location
The street where Chris Brown assaulted Rihanna
In the early hours of February 8, 2009, Chris Brown viciously assaulted his girlfriend Rihanna on this street in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Four months later, the singer pleaded guilty to assault and received five years' probation and six months of community service.
Arrest Location
The location where Richard Ramirez was arrested
On August 31, 1985, serial killer Richard Ramirez was arrested at this location on Hubbard Street in East Los Angeles.
Ramirez was apprehended after a group of residents beat him and held him down.
Arrest Location
The street where actor Hugh Grant was arrested for lewd conduct
In the early hours of June 27, 1995, actor Hugh Grant was arrested for engaging in lewd conduct with a sex worker at this corner in Los Angeles.
After pleading no contest, he was fined and given two years' probation.
Crime Location
The house where Dorothy Stratten was murdered
In August 1980, Playboy model and actress Dorothy Stratten was shot dead by her estranged husband at this house in Los Angeles, California.
She was 20 years old.
Crash Site Location
Jennifer Syme's crash site
In April 2001, Keanu Reeves' ex-girlfriend, Jennifer Syme, was killed after she crashed into three parked cars at this location in Los Angeles.
She was 28 years old.
Crash Site Location
Leslie Jordan's crash site
On October 24, 2022, actor Leslie Jordan was pronounced dead after his car crashed into this building on Cahuenga Boulevard in Los Angeles.
He was 67 years old.
Crime Location
The house where actor Michael Jace killed his wife
In 2014, actor Michael Jace fatally shot his wife at this house in the Park Mesa Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Two years later, he was found guilty of second-degree murder and sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.
Filming Location
The liquor store from Superbad (2007)
This is the liquor store from the comedy movie Superbad (2007).
It is situated on Victory Boulevard in Glendale, California.
Death Location
The house where actor Hervé Villechaize committed suicide
On September 4, 1993, Fantasy Island actor Hervé Villechaize committed suicide at this house in the North Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Death Location
Brad Renfro's apartment
On January 15, 2008, actor Brad Renfro was found dead at this apartment in the Mid-Wilshire neighborhood of Los Angeles.
An autopsy confirmed that the 25-year-old had died of a heroin overdose.
Crash Site Location
Anne Heche's crash site
On August 5, 2022, actress Anne Heche crashed into this house in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles.
The 53-year-old was pronounced brain-dead six days later.
Death Location
The hotel where Janis Joplin died
On October 4, 1970, singer Janis Joplin was found dead at this hotel on Franklin Avenue in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles.
A medical autopsy confirmed she died from a heroin overdose.
Filming Location
Tre's house from Boyz n the Hood (1991)
This is the filming location of Tre and Furious' house from the hood drama film "Boyz n the Hood" (1991).
Serial Killer House
The Grim Sleeper's house
This is the house where Lonnie David Franklin Jr. lived before his arrest.
Nicknamed the Grim Sleeper, he murdered at least 10 women between 1984 and 2007.
Crime Location
The house where child actress Judith Barsi was murdered
In July 1988, American child actress Judith Barsi was shot dead by her abusive father at this house in Canoga Park, Los Angeles.
She was just 10 years old.
Death Location
The apartment where Jonathan Brandis committed suicide
In November 2004, former teen actor Jonathan Brandis committed suicide at this apartment building on South Detroit Street in Los Angeles, California.
He was 27 years old.
Death Location
The motel where Soul singer Sam Cooke was killed
In December 1964, soul singer Sam Cooke was shot dead at this location in the Vermont Vista neighborhood of South Los Angeles.
Crime Location
The location where Nipsey Hussle was killed
In March 2019, rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot dead at this parking lot on West Slauson Avenue.
A man named Eric Holder was later convicted of his murder.
Crime Location
The street where The Notorious B.I.G. was killed
In the early hours of March 9, 1997, an unidentified gunman shot and killed The Notorious B.I.G. at this intersection in Los Angeles, California.
Malibu
Photo Location
The Starbucks where Britney Spears was photographed driving with her son on her lap
In February 2006, pop star Britney Spears sparked controversy after she was photographed driving with her son on her lap near this Starbucks in Malibu, California.
Modesto
Murder House
Laci Peterson's house
Laci Peterson lived at this house with her husband, Scott, up until her sudden disappearance on December 24, 2002.
Four months later, the mother-to-be was found murdered on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay.
Napa
Crime Location
The Lake Berryessa murder site
In September 1969, the Zodiac Killer stabbed Bryan Hartnell and Cecelia Shepard while they were relaxing on this island in Lake Berryessa.
Hartnell survived the attack, but Shepard died from her wounds two days later.
North Hollywood
Crime Location
North Hollywood shootout location
The infamous North Hollywood shootout took place at this Bank of America branch on February 28, 1997.
Filming Location
The Brady Bunch house
The exterior shots of the Brady Bunch house were filmed at this residence on Dilling Street in North Hollywood.
The interior scenes were produced on a set at Paramount Television Studios.
Orange
Crime Location
Maribel Ramos' house
On the night of May 2, 2013, KC Joy murdered his roommate, Maribel Ramos, at this apartment in Orange, California.
A couple of weeks later, the police discovered her remains in a shallow grave near Modjeska Canyon.
Pacific Palisades
Death House
Matthew Perry's house
In October 2023, Friends actor Matthew Perry was found dead in his hot tub at this house in Pacific Palisades, California.
He was 54 years old.
Palos Verdes Estates
Death Location
Chester Bennington's house
In the early hours of July 20, 2017, Linkin Park vocalist Chester Bennington committed suicide at this house in the Palos Verdes Estates neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
He was 41 years old.
Petaluma
Crime Location
The house where Polly Klaas was kidnapped
On October 1, 1993, Richard Allen Davis abducted 12-year-old Polly Klaas from this house in Petaluma, California.
He was later convicted of her murder.
Pleasanton
Crime Location
The location where Michelle Le was found
In September 2011, a search volunteer discovered the remains of missing woman Michelle Le near this dirt path in Pleasanton, California.
The 26-year-old had been murdered by her former friend roughly three months prior.
Redondo Beach
Death Location
The apartment where wrestler Chyna died
On April 20, 2016, wrestling legend Chyna was found dead at this apartment building in Redondo Beach, California.
According to an autopsy report, the 46-year-old died from an accidental overdose of alcohol and prescription medication.
Reseda
Filming Location
Daniel LaRusso's apartment from The Karate Kid (1984)
At the start of The Karate Kid (1984), Daniel LaRusso and his mother move into this apartment complex on Saticoy Street in Reseda, California.
Sacramento
Crime Location
The site where Lynette Fromme tried to assassinate President Gerald Ford
On September 5, 1975, Manson Family cult member Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme attempted to assassinate US President Gerald Ford at this location in downtown Sacramento.
Fortunately, the gun failed to fire.
Murder House
The house where Richard Chase murdered four people
On the morning of January 27, 1978, serial killer Richard Chase murdered four people at this house on Merrywood Drive in Sacramento, California.
Before fleeing the property, he took the remains of one-year-old David Ferreira with him.
Crime Location
The church where Richard Chase dumped the body of David Ferreira
In January 1979, serial killer Richard Chase murdered one-year-old David Ferreira.
Two months later, the infant's body was discovered beside this church on Whitney Avenue.
Serial Killer House
Richard Chase's apartment
Serial killer Richard Chase lived at this apartment on Watt Avenue in Sacramento, California, between 1977 and 1978.
In 1980, he was convicted of murdering six people. He committed suicide shortly afterward.
San Diego
Filming Location
The location where the first YouTube video was filmed
In April 2005, Jawed Karim recorded the first YouTube video outside this enclosure at the San Diego Zoo.
Since then, the video has received more than 250 million views.
San Francisco
Crime Location
The street where the Zodiac Killer shot Paul Stine
This is the location where the Zodiac Killer shot taxi driver Paul Stine.
It is situated on Washington Street in the Presidio Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.
Santa Cruz
Place of Interest
The bar where serial killer Ed Kemper hung out
During the 1970s, serial killer Ed Kemper frequented a bar called the Jury Room.
It was here that he mingled with law enforcement and discussed "the Coed Killer" case.
Santa Monica
Death Location
The house where Margaux Hemingway died
In June 1996, Margaux Hemingway committed suicide at this house in Santa Monica.
The former supermodel had been battling depression, bulimia, and addiction since her teenage years.
Shandon
Crash Site Location
James Dean's crash site
In September 1955, Hollywood actor James Dean died in a car accident at this highway intersection near Shandon, California.
He was only 24 years old.
Sherman Oaks
Photo Location
The location where James Dean's last photograph was taken
James Dean's last photograph was taken at a gas station on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks, California.
These days, it is the location of a Whole Foods grocery store.
Sonoma
Photo Location
The location where the "Bliss" wallpaper for Windows was taken
In January 1996, Charles O'Rear took a photo of this hill in Sonoma, California.
Later, it became the default wallpaper for the Windows XP operating system.
Studio City
Death Location
The house where actor Anton Yelchin died
In June 2016, actor Anton Yelchin died in a car-related accident at this house in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles.
He was 27 years old.
Murder House
The house where actor Ramon Novarro was murdered
In October 1969, silent film actor Ramon Novarro was found murdered at this house in Studio City, California.
Two brothers were later convicted of the crime.
Death Location
Mac Miller's house
In September 2018, rapper Mac Miller died of an overdose at this house in Studio City, Los Angeles.
He was 26 years old.
Tarzana
Place of Interest
The salon where Britney Spears shaved her head
On February 16, 2007, pop star Britney Spears walked into this hair salon in Tarzana, California, and proceeded to shave her own head.
The incident became worldwide news, as it represented yet another chapter in the singer's downward spiral.
Thousand Oaks
Place of Interest
The driveway where Amanda Bynes started a fire
In July 2013, former child actress Amanda Bynes was placed under a mental health evaluation hold after she started a fire on this driveway in Thousand Oaks, California.
One month later, her mother was granted temporary conservatorship over her affairs.
Tiburon
Death Location
Robin Williams' house
In August 2014, Hollywood actor Robin Williams committed suicide at this house in Tiburon, California.
He was 63 years old.
Valencia
Crash Site Location
Paul Walker's crash site
In November 2013, Hollywood actor Paul Walker and his friend Roger Rodas died in a car crash at this location on Hercules Street in Santa Clarita, California.
Vallejo
Place of Interest
Arthur Leigh Allen's house
Arthur Leigh Allen is a suspect in the Zodiac Killer case.
When the murders first began, he was living with his parents at this house on Fresno Street in Vallejo.
Crime Location
The Blue Rock Springs murder site
In July 1969, the Zodiac Killer shot Darlene Ferrin and Michael Mageau in this parking lot beside Blue Rock Springs Park in Vallejo.
Michael survived the attack, while Darlene passed away from her injuries.
West Hollywood
Crime Location
The house where actress Dominique Dunne was murdered
In October 1982, actress Dominique Dunne was strangled to death by her ex-boyfriend at this house in West Hollywood, California.
Her killer was released after serving less than four years in prison.
Death Location
The apartment where actor Sal Mineo was murdered
In February 1976, actor Sal Mineo was stabbed to death at the back of this apartment building in the West Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles.
A man named Lionel Ray Williams was later convicted of the crime.
Death Location
The club where actor River Phoenix died
In the early hours of October 31, 1993, actor River Phoenix overdosed and collapsed outside this nightclub in West Hollywood.
He was later pronounced dead at the age of 23.