Who Is Rodney Alcala
Rodney Alcala is a convicted serial killer and former actor known as the "Dating Game Killer." He was arrested in connection with multiple murders of young women and girls across California and New York during the 1970s and 1980s.
Rodney Alcala Arrest and Capture
Alcala was first arrested in 1979 after a surviving victim identified him. He was later charged with several murders and sentenced to death in California. During his arrest and trials, investigators linked him to additional killings through DNA evidence and old photographs.
Conviction and Current Status
Alcala was convicted of multiple murders and sentenced to death. He remains on California's death row while his case continues to be reviewed. For more details on his criminal history, visit the official California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation page.
