'Mindhunter' Featured the True Story of 'Son of Sam' Killer David Berkowitz. Here's What You Need to Know.

What Was Son Of Sam’s Calling Card? David Berkowitz Said He Was ‘Programmed’ To Kill | Oxygen

David Berkowitz, also known as the “Son of Sam,” was one of America’s most notorious serial killers. His case is infamous for the terror he caused in New York City during the 1970s. Berkowitz used a .44 caliber revolver to ambush mostly young women (often with a male companion) while they were sitting in cars or walking on the street. The attacks were seemingly random and created widespread panic in NYC. He left taunting letters for the police and press, calling himself “Son of Sam” and claiming

‘Son of Sam’ David Berkowitz tells ex-mobster demons drove him to kill | Banfield

‘Son of Sam’ David Berkowitz claims he discourages would-be killers who write him | Banfield

What happened to the victims of David Berkowitz, and where are they now? Explained

Where is the Son of Sam killer now?

Son of Sam serial killer David Berkowitz, who terrorized NYC, arrested 48 years ago