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Canadian Police Link 1970s Murders to Deceased U.S. Serial Offender

DNA and criminal databases helped identify Gary Allen Srery as the perpetrator of four cold case homicides in Alberta.

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A copy photo of Gary Allen Srery, a deceased serial killer who the Alberta RCMP linked to four historical homicides, is shown during a press conference in Edmonton, Friday, May 17, 2024.
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This photo composite shows Eva Dvorak, Patricia McQueen, Barbara MacLean and Melissa Rehorek.

Overview

  • Four young women, including two 14-year-olds, were killed in Calgary in the 1970s.
  • Srery evaded capture in Canada for decades using multiple aliases and illegal identification.
  • Authorities are seeking public assistance to connect Srery to other potential crimes.
  • Srery was deported to the U.S. in 2003 and died in prison in 2011 while serving a life sentence for rape.
  • The RCMP believes there may be additional victims and is appealing for more information.