Dennis Rader
- Born:
- March 9, 1945, Pittsburg, Kansas, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Security Systems Installer, Compliance Officer, Serial Killer (BTK)
Early Life and Education
- Rader grew up in Wichita, Kansas.
- He served in the United States Air Force from 1966 to 1970.
- He worked at Coleman Company, an outdoor equipment manufacturer, for several years.
- He earned an associate degree in electronics from Butler County Community College in 1973.
- He obtained a bachelor's degree in administration of justice from Wichita State University in 1979.
Career and Major Achievements
- Worked as a security systems installer for ADT Security Services.
- Served as a compliance officer for Park City, Kansas.
- Known for the "BTK" moniker, standing for "Bind, Torture, Kill," which he gave himself.
- From 1974 to 1991, he committed a series of murders in the Wichita, Kansas area.
Notable Works
- Self-authored communications with the media and police, detailing his crimes and motives.
- Created and distributed various packages and correspondence referring to the "BTK" murders.
Legacy and Impact
Dennis Rader, also known as the BTK killer, is a notorious figure in criminal history. His acts and subsequent capture had a lasting impact on the Wichita community and the field of criminal psychology.