Richard Ramirez, also known as the Night Stalker, was a notorious serial killer who terrorized the streets of Los Angeles during the mid-1980s. He gained his infamous nickname due to his preference for attacking his victims during the night. Ramirez's crimes were characterized by extreme violence, including murder, rape, and burglary. He targeted both men and women of different ages, leaving a trail of fear and devastation in his wake. The Night Stalker's reign of terror finally came to an end in 1985 when he was captured and later convicted of multiple counts of murder and other charges. His heinous acts and the subsequent media coverage made Ramirez one of the most infamous serial killers in American history./