Notorious Figures
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Los Angeles, California
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.
Seattle, Washington
The Capitol Hill massacre house
On the morning of March 25, 2006, a gunman named Kyle Aaron Huff opened fire on a rave after-party at this house on East Republican Street in Seattle.
Six people were killed during the shooting.
Amityville, New York
The Amityville Horror House
In the early hours of November 13, 1974, Ronald "Butch" DeFeo Jr. murdered six of his family members at this house in Amityville, New York.
Later, a couple called George and Kathy Lutz claimed that they experienced a series of paranormal events at the property.
Elephant Butte, New Mexico
David Parker Ray's home
The Toy Box Killer, David Parker Ray, lived in a trailer at this address on Bass Road in Elephant Butte until his arrest in March 1999.
His case received national attention after it emerged that he had constructed an elaborate, soundproof torture chamber.
Las Vegas, Nevada
The location where the 2017 Las Vegas shooting occurred
In October 2017, a gunman named Stephen Paddock opened fire on an outdoor music festival from the Mandalay Bay hotel.
60 people were killed in the attack.
Brooklyn, New York
The location where mobster Carmine Galante was killed
In July 1979, feared mobster Carmine Galante was shot dead at this location on Knickerbocker Avenue in Brooklyn.
Manhattan, New York
The Toyland Social Club
The Toyland Social Club was a mob hangout for the Bonanno crime family.
It served as the headquarters of underboss Nicholas Marangello.
Manhattan, New York
The Napoli E Notte Cafe
The Napoli E Notte Cafe served as a mob hangout for the Genovese crime family.
Senior members such as Thomas Eboli and Frank "Funzi" Tieri held daily meetings at the rundown cafe.
Brooklyn, New York
The location where mob boss Thomas Eboli was killed
On July 16, 1972, a mob hitman killed Genovese boss Thomas Eboli outside this house in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.
The murder remains unsolved.
Westfield, New Jersey
The house where John List murdered his family
In November 1971, John List murdered his family at this address in Westfield, New Jersey.
Following the killings, he went on the run for 18 years.
Apalachin, New York
The house where the Mafia held its historic Apalachin meeting
In November 1957, the Italian-American mafia held a historic summit at this house in the small town of Apalachin, New York.
More than 60 mobsters were arrested after the police caught wind of the meeting.
Miami Beach, Florida
The houseboat where Andrew Cunanan committed suicide
On July 23, 1997, spree killer Andrew Cunanan committed suicide on a houseboat that was moored at this section of Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, Florida.
The incident took place eight days after he shot and killed Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace at his nearby mansion.
Hicksville, New York
Robert Shulman's house
Robert Shulman lived at this house on Glow Lane in Hicksville, Long Island.
The postal worker was convicted of murdering five women between 1991 and 1995.
Mount Vernon, Ohio
Matthew Hoffman's house
In November 2010, a tree-obsessed burglar named Matthew Hoffman murdered three people at a rural property in Howard, Ohio.
Following the killings, he kept a 13-year-old girl captive at this house in Mount Vernon.
Queens, New York
The Grand Avenue Social Club
The Grand Avenue Social Club served as a hangout for the Bonanno Mafia family during the 1980s and 1990s.
It was reportedly owned by a capo named Vincent Asaro.
Washington, D.C.
The location where John Hinckley attempted to assassinate Ronald Reagan
In March 1981, John Hinckley attempted to assassinate US President Ronald Reagan outside this hotel in Washington, D.C.
Hinckley carried out the shooting in an attempt to impress actress Jodie Foster.
Cleveland, Ohio
Anthony Sowell's house
The Cleveland Strangler, Anthony Sowell, lived at this house on Imperial Avenue in Cleveland until his arrest in October 2009.
The remains of eleven women were found buried on the property.
Citrus Heights, California
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.
Aurora, Colorado
The movie theater where the 2012 Aurora shooting took place
On July 20, 2012, a gunman named James Holmes opened fire on an audience at this movie theater in Aurora, Colorado.
Twelve people lost their lives in the attack, including a six-year-old girl.
Boston, Massachusetts
Whitey Bulger's liquor store
The South Boston Liquor Mart in Boston was owned by a notorious Irish-American gang boss named James "Whitey" Bulger.
Bulger took ownership of the store in 1984 after he forced its owner to sell it at a loss.
Louisville, Kentucky
The homeless shelter where Samuel Little was arrested
On September 5, 2012, U.S. Marshals arrested serial killer Samuel Little at this homeless shelter in Louisville, Kentucky.
Little is believed to have murdered as many as 93 women over three decades.
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
The location where Danelo Cavalcante was captured
On September 13, 2023, escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante was captured behind this store near Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
St. Joseph, Missouri
The site where outlaw Jesse James was shot dead
In April 1882, American outlaw Jesse James was shot dead at this location on Lafayette Street in St. Joseph, Missouri.
The gunman was a gang associate named Bob Ford, who hoped to claim a reward for killing the wanted fugitive.
Sacramento, California
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.
Gibsland, Louisiana
The location where Bonnie and Clyde were shot dead in an ambush
The notorious outlaw couple, Bonnie and Clyde, were shot dead in an ambush at this location near Gibsland, Louisiana, on May 23, 1934.
Brooklyn, New York
The Motion Lounge: Sonny Black's club
The Motion Lounge was a mob hangout in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn.
It was owned by Bonanno capo Dominick "Sonny Black" Napolitano.
Brooklyn, New York
Tali's Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge
Tali's Restaurant was situated in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York.
During the 1970s and 1980s, it served as the main headquarters of Salvatore "Sammy the Bull" Gravano.
Staten Island, New York
Frank DeCicco's house
Gambino underboss Frank DeCicco lived at this house on Staten Island until his assassination in April 1986.
Manhattan, New York
The Palma Boys Social Club
The Palma Boys Social Club was a mob hangout in the East Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan.
It served as the headquarters of Genovese capo Anthony "Fat Tony" Salerno.
Fall River, Massachusetts
Lizzie Borden's house
In August 1892, Andrew and Abby Borden were found murdered at this house in Fall River, Massachusetts.
Their daughter, Lizzie, was later found not guilty of the crime.
Ipswich, Suffolk, England
Steve Wright's house
The Suffolk Strangler, Steve Wright, was renting a house at 79 London Road in Ipswich when he started his killing spree.
In 2008, he was found guilty of five murders and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Spokane, Washington
Robert Lee Yates' house
Serial killer Robert Lee Yates lived at this house on East 49th Avenue in Spokane, Washington, until his arrest in April 2000.
On one occasion, Yates buried one of his victims in the backyard while his wife was sleeping.
Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Jeffrey Mailhot's house
Between 2003 and 2004, Jeffrey Mailhot murdered three sex workers at this house on Cato Street in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Brooklyn, New York
Paul Vario's junkyard
The junkyard headquarters of mobster Paul Vario was situated at this lot in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn.
In October 1972, the police raided the property following a six-month-long surveillance operation.
Brooklyn, New York
The Wimpy Boys Social Club
The Wimpy Boys Social Club served as a hangout for members of the Colombo organized crime family.
It was run by a capo and hitman named Gregory Scarpa Sr.