URGENT UPDATE: New revelations about convicted murderer Joseph Naso, infamously known as the “Alphabet Serial Killer,” suggest he may be responsible for 26 murders, far exceeding the four confirmed killings for which he was sentenced to death in California in 2013.
Naso, now 91 years old, was convicted of murdering four women whose names share the same initials: Roxene Roggasch “R.R.”, Carmen Colon “C.C.”, Pamela Parsons “P.P.”, and Tracy Tafoya “T.T.” His unusual modus operandi led to his notorious moniker. However, startling claims from fellow inmate William “Bill” Noguera have reignited investigations, raising the possibility that Naso’s confessions could redefine him as one of the most prolific serial killers in U.S. history.
These new allegations could have significant implications for families of unsolved cases. If Naso’s claims prove credible, they could potentially correct historical inaccuracies, leading to much-needed closure for grieving families. Investigators are urgently assessing whether other killers may have been wrongfully accused in light of Naso’s alleged admissions.
Naso’s dark history began when he was arrested in 2010, following the discovery of a disturbing diary and incriminating evidence linked to his crimes. Noguera, who spent over a decade on death row with Naso, asserted that Naso boasted about his involvement in 22 additional murders, including the killing of Pamela Lambson, a 19-year-old whose 1977 murder was previously attributed to another infamous killer, Rodney Alcala. Noguera revealed, “He gave me a lot of little details that matched,” suggesting a deep familiarity with his alleged victims.
“This man was built to kill, and that’s what he did for a very long time,” Noguera told ABC7, emphasizing Naso’s twisted psyche.
Authorities have begun reviewing new information tied to Naso’s claims. While no formal charges have yet been announced, the potential for reopening cold cases is on the table. Ken Mains, a cold-case detective collaborating with Noguera, noted that Lambson’s family had long doubted Alcala’s guilt, raising crucial questions about the integrity of past investigations.
The implications of Naso’s alleged confessions extend far beyond his death row status. If confirmed, his total could rival infamous serial killers like Ted Bundy, who is believed to have killed at least 20 women, and Jeffrey Dahmer, who murdered 17.
As investigations intensify, the upcoming documentary, Death Row Confidential: Secrets of a Serial Killer, set to premiere on September 13, 2023, promises to shed more light on Naso’s case, potentially fueling public interest and scrutiny around previously unresolved murders.
Families of victims are holding onto hope for answers. Lee Connes, brother of alleged victim Lynn Ruth Connes, expressed gratitude for the renewed attention on cold cases, stating, “We are lucky that [Noguera] tried to get the ball rolling.” The urgency for law enforcement to clarify Naso’s role in these unsolved murders could soon escalate as more details emerge.
Authorities across California are now weighing the evidence and determining the next steps in this developing case. With Naso remaining silent, investigators are left to piece together the truth behind his alarming admissions. The public awaits updates on this urgent and emotionally charged investigation.