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Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Case

March 27 – April 8, 2026

Where Things Stand

Rex Heuermann is expected to plead guilty today to seven counts of murder in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case. This legal move ends years of investigation into several deaths on Long Island. Families are also starting civil lawsuits, including a wrongful death claim filed by the son of victim Valerie Mack.

Key Statements

NNBC News

Rex Heuermann is expected to plead guilty on April 8 to seven counts of murder in the Gilgo Beach serial killing case in Long Island.

Confirms the specific date and number of murder counts for the guilty plea.

TThe Guardian

Benjamin Torres, son of victim Valerie Mack, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against accused serial killer Rex Heuermann and his family members alleging torture and dismemberment.

Shows the start of civil litigation by victims' families alongside the criminal case.

News

Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect heads to court for expected guilty plea

nbcnews.com logoNBC NewsCenter Left

Defendant in Gilgo Beach Murders May Plead Guilty on Wednesday

nytimes.com logoThe New York TimesCenter Left

Accused Long Island serial killer, ex-wife and daughter sued by alleged victim's son

theguardian.com logoThe GuardianCenter Left

Son of Gilgo Beach victim files wrongful death lawsuit against Rex Heuermann, ex-wife, and daughter days before expected guilty plea

nypost.com logonews_articleCenter Right

Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings expected to plead guilty, sources say

nbcnews.com logonews_articleCenter Left

Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann expected to plead guilty in murder case: reports

foxnews.com logoFox NewsRight

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