Bio

George Williams was born on August 1, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois. He faced a difficult start in life. His mother died during childbirth, leaving him without her care. His childhood took another tragic turn when he witnessed his infant brother being murdered by his stepmother. This traumatic experience had a lasting impact on him.

At the age of 18, Williams was convicted of armed robbery. He spent time in state prison from 1961 to 1963. After his release, he tried to turn his life around. He got a job as a security guard at a hospital in Oak Lawn, a suburb of Chicago. However, by 1980, his behavior at work became erratic. As a result, he was moved to the maintenance department, but his actions did not improve there either.

In 1983, he was dismissed from his job. This dismissal left him feeling embittered and angry. He began to harbor thoughts of revenge against society. During the time between his firing and his arrest in July 1984, police believed that he could have murdered multiple women, although he was only charged in two cases.

After his dismissal, Williams’ life spiraled downward. He became more disconnected from society, and his anger grew. These events set the stage for his later actions in the 1980s.

Murder Story

George Williams committed a series of murders between 1983 and 1984 in Chicago, Illinois. He targeted elderly women, and police believe he may have killed up to seven victims during this time. His first known victim was Josephine McMullen, a 76-year-old woman found on July 14, 1984. She was discovered tied to a chair in her home. She had been raped and strangled with a nylon stocking. Nearby, detectives found Williams' car, which helped link him to the crime.

The next victim was Dorothy Smith, also 76 years old. Her body was found with similar signs of violence. She had been raped, stabbed, and strangled with a nylon stocking as well. Her body was wrapped in a shower curtain. The police connected this case to Williams, as the methods of the murders were alike.

After the murders, a nationwide search was launched for him. Authorities found McMullen's car in Indianapolis, leading them to suspect he was traveling to Georgia to see his ex-wife. However, Williams returned to Chicago and sought help from his family. On July 20, 1984, he was arrested at his sister’s home.

Williams was charged with the murders of Josephine McMullen and Dorothy Smith. He was convicted on both counts and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on January 23, 1987.