The Cleveland Torso Murders or the Kingsbury Run Murders, were a series of gruesome and unsolved killings that terrorized Cleveland, Ohio, during the 1930s. The murders primarily targeted vagrants and marginalized individuals, making the investigation particularly challenging.

Between 1934 and 1938, at least 12 victims were discovered, their torsos often mutilated and decapitated, hence the name “Torso Murders.” The killer displayed a sadistic and methodical approach, leaving no identifying clues behind. Law enforcement’s efforts were hindered by the transient nature of the victims and the limited forensic technology available at the time.

The case received widespread media attention and led to the formation of a special task force, but despite their best efforts, the killer was never apprehended. Numerous suspects were considered, including Dr. Francis E. Sweeney, a physician with a history of mental illness, but no conclusive evidence was found to link anyone definitively to the crimes.

To this day, the Torso Murders remain one of the most infamous unsolved serial killer cases in American history, shrouded in mystery and intrigue, with many questions left unanswered.