The man known to have killed at least 60 people, and claimed to have murdered more than 90, is now dead.
Newser reports Samuel Little, America's deadliest serial killer, died early Wednesday at a California hospital.
He was 80 years old.
Little targeted victims who would not be missed; many of their deaths were initially attributed to accidents or drug overdoses.
He was serving multiple life sentences at a California state prison.
Little suffered from various ailments including diabetes and heart problems. With his death, law enforcement officials fear victims that are as yet unidentified may remain so for even longer.