Serial killer 'the Serpent' held for more murders

A serial killer known as the Serpent, who for decades evaded charges of drugging, robbing and murdering more than a dozen tourists, was today being questioned about killings almost 30 years ago in Nepal.

Serial killer 'the Serpent' held for more murders
Fri, 19 Sep, 2003 - 17:46

A serial killer known as the Serpent, who for decades evaded charges of drugging, robbing and murdering more than a dozen tourists, was today being questioned about killings almost 30 years ago in Nepal.

Frenchman Charles Sobhraj, 59, was arrested in a casino in the Nepalese capital Kathmandu and is expected to appear in court on Monday.

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