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Episode 41: Andrei Chikatilo.

Andrei Chikatilo, often referred to as the "Butcher of Rostov" or the "Rostov Ripper," stands out as 
one of the most heinous serial killers in history. Operating in the Soviet Union during the 1970s and 
1980s, Chikatilo's gruesome crimes shocked the nation and left a trail of devastation in his wake. This 
article explores the life, crimes, and ultimate capture of Andrei Chikatilo, delving into how a seemingly 
ordinary man became one of history's most notorious murderers.