How Did Dean Corll Die?
Dean Corll died on August 8, 1973, when one of his teenage accomplices, David Brooks, shot him in the stomach during a confrontation at Corll’s home. Corll later died from his injuries at a hospital.
Background of the Houston Mass Murders
Dean Corll was the central figure in the Houston mass murders, a series of killings that took place in the early 1970s. He lured young men and boys to his home, where he tortured and murdered them with the help of accomplices David Brooks and Elmer Wayne Henley.
Investigation and Aftermath
The crimes came to light in August 1973 after Henley shot Corll to stop the abuse. Police later discovered multiple victims buried on Corll’s property. The case became one of the most infamous serial killer investigations in U.S. history. For more details, see the FBI’s case summary on the Houston Mass Murders.
