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What year was Chikatilo finally apprehended?

  • 1988

  • 1990

  • 1992

  • 1994

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Chikatilo, the infamous serial killer dubbed the "Rostov Ripper", was finally apprehended in 1990. After years of evading capture and leaving a trail of terror, he was caught after a meticulous investigation and a daring sting operation. His arrest brought relief to the Soviet Union, which had been gripped by fear and anxiety due to his gruesome and heinous crimes.
The Dark Tale of Andrei Chikatilo: Unmasking the Soviet Serial Killer

The Dark Tale of Andrei Chikatilo: Unmasking the Soviet Serial Killer

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