Who Was Albert Fish?
Albert Fish was an American serial killer active in the early 1900s. He was known for extreme violence and cannibalism. He targeted young victims and was later convicted of murder.
The Grace Budd Case
Grace Budd was a young girl whom Albert Fish lured using a false letter about a job. He murdered her in 1928. The case drew national attention and became a landmark in criminal investigations.
Investigation and Capture
Police traced the crime through a letter Fish sent to Grace Budd's family. The letter contained disturbing details that helped identify him. He was arrested, tried, and executed for the crime.
Historical Impact
The Albert Fish case influenced how law enforcement handled serial crime and evidence. It remains a frequently cited example in criminal psychology and forensic history. For more details on the investigation, see the FBI's historical case summaries at https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases
