Bio

Zhou Wen was born in 1965 in China. He grew up in a small town in Liaoning province. Zhou’s early life was not well-documented, but like many children, he attended school and lived with his family. It is unclear what specific events marked his childhood or teenage years.

As a young man, Zhou faced some legal issues. He was arrested for a crime that was not violent in nature and spent time in jail. After his release, he began working as a taxi driver in the city of Anshan. This job allowed him to meet many different people on a daily basis.

While working as a taxi driver, Zhou's life took a darker turn. It was reported that some personal events heavily influenced him, including issues in his marriage. He struggled with anger and resentment following his wife's abortion, which he had not agreed to. This frustration may have led him to change his path in life significantly.

In 2003, during the summer, Zhou began to commit serious crimes. The background of his life before these events is important to understanding who he became. Zhou's life before becoming a killer showed a mix of ordinary experiences and troubled emotions.

Murder Story

Zhou Wen was a taxi driver in Anshan, China. In 2003, he committed a series of murders. He killed six women during the summer while working. Zhou would pick up these women as passengers in his taxi. After they entered his vehicle, he would strangle them with a rope.

Once he had killed them, he disposed of their bodies in various locations. He would leave them in secluded open areas or in roadside water wells. The discovery of the bodies led to fear in the community. Many people began to worry about their safety, which affected local transportation services.

On November 28, 2003, Zhou was arrested at his home. Police detained him after receiving tips about his activities. He confessed to the murders shortly after being questioned. In his confession, Zhou explained that his actions were motivated by anger towards women, stemming from his wife's abortion.

Zhou had also kept a diary where he recorded details about each crime. After the investigation, he was found guilty of robbery and murder. On December 30, 2003, he received a death sentence. Zhou was executed on January 13, 2004. The day before his execution, he stated he felt no remorse for what he had done.