Green River Killer Near Death? Prison Officials Deny Rumors

Recent reports suggest that Gary Ridgway, the serial killer known as the Green River Killer, may be near death and receiving end-of-life care in prison. These claims have been circulating following speculation based on his last known appearance in a wheelchair about a year ago. However, the Washington Department of Corrections has officially denied these rumors, stating that Ridgway's medical condition has not changed.

Ridgway, responsible for the murders of at least 49 women and girls in the 1980s and 90s, pleaded guilty in 2003 to avoid the death penalty. As part of his plea deal, he agreed to provide details about his crimes. Despite his confession, investigators believe he was a "pathological liar" and "psychopath" who withheld crucial information about other potential victims.

Authorities continue to work on solving unsolved homicides linked to Ridgway, who confessed to targeting prostitutes, runaways, and other vulnerable individuals. His youngest known victim was a 14-year-old girl. While he claimed to have killed as many as 80 people, many details surrounding these alleged crimes remain a mystery.