Robert Pickton Documentary: Canada's Worst Serial Killer

Author: Shane Lambert

Original time of writing: May 5th, 2024 | Updated: August 22, 2025

Exploring Robert Pickton’s Crimes Through a Gripping Documentary

If you’re searching for a compelling online documentary about Robert Pickton, the notorious Canadian serial killer who targeted women from Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, look no further than The Infographics Show on YouTube. Their episode, titled “The Pig Farmer - Canada’s Most EVIL Serial Killer,” was published on November 7th, 2023, and has garnered over 1,000,000 views as of August 2025. This 34-35-minute documentary offers a detailed look into Pickton’s life and crimes, making it a must-watch for true crime enthusiasts.

A Deep Dive into Pickton’s Troubled Life

The documentary traces Pickton’s early years on a farm in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, where he endured abuse and mental trauma. It highlights his struggles as a social outcast among peers, setting the stage for his descent into one of Canada’s most infamous serial killers.

The animated narrative, interspersed with real-life photos, effectively conveys the chilling progression of his crimes, which involved the murder of at least 26 women, many of whom were sex workers from Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Pickton was convicted in 2007 of six counts of second-degree murder, though he confessed to an undercover officer that he killed 49 women.

Critical Perspective on Police Handling

A central theme of the documentary is the Vancouver Police Department’s mishandling of the missing women cases. It critiques the systemic bias and negligence that delayed Pickton’s capture, as the disappearances of sex workers were often dismissed.

This perspective aligns with findings from the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry, which highlighted “blatant failures” in police investigations, including ignored warnings from a geographic profiler in 1997. After watching, viewers gain a sobering understanding of how societal indifference contributed to the tragedy.

Is There a Movie About Robert Pickton?

While there’s no feature film about Robert Pickton that I’m aware of, online documentaries like this one fill the gap. The Infographics Show’s episode stands out with its well-written narrative and engaging animation, complemented by real-life images of key figures in the case. It strikes a balance between informative storytelling and visual appeal, making it accessible to a wide audience. However, it was published in the months before Pickton's death so details about the end of his life are not in the documentary.

Recent Developments in the Pickton Case: Death in Prison

In May 2024, Robert Pickton was attacked in a Quebec prison and died from his injuries, as reported by CTV News and other sources. This event marked the end of a dark chapter, but it also reignited discussions about justice for his victims. Families of the victims expressed mixed emotions, with some feeling closure and others believing his death prevented further answers.

You see this kind of division a lot when a serial killer dies. People don't necessarily shed tears but they realize that the murderer took answers to important questions to the grave.

Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside: A Troubled Area

Having lived in Greater Vancouver for about five years, including a month in a hotel in the East Hastings area, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Known as one of Canada’s most troubled neighborhoods, it’s marked by homelessness and poverty, exacerbated by the city’s mild winter climate compared to cities like Edmonton or Montreal. The documentary underscores how this destitute environment, coupled with societal neglect, allowed Pickton to target vulnerable women for years. It’s a stark reminder of the need for systemic change to protect marginalized communities.

Why This Documentary Matters

This documentary not only recounts Pickton’s heinous crimes but also sheds light on the broader social and institutional failures that enabled them. It’s a compelling watch for those interested in true crime, Canadian history, or social justice issues. By combining factual storytelling with critical analysis, it leaves viewers with a deeper understanding of the case and its lasting impact.

Christine Marianne Harron - Missing in Hanover, Ontario Since 1993

Paraphrased details from government source**: On the morning of May 18th, 1993, Christine Harron stayed home from school as she was not feeling well. Around lunchtime, Christine and her mother argued about Christine returning to school for the afternoon. Her mother heard Christine leave the house at about 1:30 pm. Christine did not attend school that afternoon and has not been seen since. The investigation revealed that Christine left the house without her purse, money, or knapsack. Subsequent investigations led to the arrest and conviction of a male regarding the disappearance of Christine Harron, however, she remains missing.

Missing Person: Christine Marianne Harron

Last-contact date: May 18th, 1993 (Tuesday)
The area where the MP was last seen: Hanover, Ontario; it sounded like she disappeared between her residence and John Diefenbaker High School.
Link to government source: Canada's Missing 2010001799

VITAL DETAILS

Ethnicity: White or Caucasian
Sex: Female
Age at time of disappearance: 15 years old
Birthdate: Christine Marianne Harron was born between May 19th, 1977, and May 18th, 1978 based on her reported age at the last date of reported contact.
Hair: Brown, long
Eyes: Blue
Scar: None known
Height/weight: 5'3" and 110 pounds
BMI*: Christine Marianne Harron was in the normal range for BMI.
Tattoos: Christine Marianne Harron had no tattoos associated with her profile.

Christine Marianne Harron was last heard from on May 18th, 1993 when she was 15 years of age. This individual has now been missing for about 32 years as of early 2025. However, her disappearance is not as clouded in mystery as many other disappearances.

A man named Anthony Edward Ringel pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Harron's case. According to a National Post article from October 2016, he abducted, raped, and murdered the teenage girl before leaving her dead near the Saugeen River. When this river flooded in what I think was 1994 (as communicated by the NP article), the resulting currents and water flow may have moved her body.

Taking everything at face value, this isn't a case that amateurs will be able to help with much. People who go missing in water are often missing until a chance event of a geological nature or even real-estate developmental reveals them. Missing people in flooded areas are often buried underneath a lot of sediment. 

I would say that amateurs probably will not find a clue in this case. However, a news report in the area of human remains being found in association with the Saugeen River or even Lake Huron would be interesting. That said, people who are absolutely known to have fallen into a river often stay missing for decades and decades.

Christine's clothing could be cross-referenced against any Jane Does in the area. She may have had the following articles when she disappeared: a light-blue denim jacket, blue denim pants, black running shoes, and plastic glasses that were brown and had tape.

One interesting takeaway from this case is that the teen disappeared after an argument with her mother. Perhaps, that fueled the idea that Christine had been a runaway. But based on the conviction, it's clear that she met up with a clandestine individual.

There were many alleged sightings of Christine, all of which would be false if the words of Ringel were to be trusted. Given that he received a lengthy sentence for his admissions, it doesn't make sense that he's lying. But that many people reported seeing her even though she is conclusively dead is a point that can be taken away from this case. Unfortunately, sightings of missing people can be pretty frivolous. 

That does bring to mind a lot of cases involving missing people, like Paula Jean Welden. Sightings of missing people that are ambiguous should be taken with a big grain of salt in my view, but never discounted.

Thank you for reading. If have any information about this case, consider contacting the authorities.

Author: Shane Lambert (Vancouver, Canada)

All articles are subject to editing after the original posting.

Shane Lambert (Vancouver, Canada) is not a Private Investigator, however, he is currently studying to be one as of April 2021.

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Shaelene Keeler Bell: From Missing Chilliwack Mom to Stolen Memorial

Update: this individual, formerly missing, was found deceased in early June 2021.

Source: Global News

Shocking Theft: Shaelene Bell’s Memorial Plaque Stolen in Chilliwack, November 2024

• Discovery: Two individuals found Shaelene Bell’s memorial plaque missing on November 8, 2024.
• Location: Stolen from Luckakuck Creek Trail, Chilliwack, BC.
• Description: Plaque read “In loving memory of Shaelene Keeler Bell,” with her photo and sons, on a granite rock by a maple tree.
• Damage: Metal flower busted; “love” rock smashed.
• Context: Honored Shaelene, missing January 30, 2021, found deceased June 2, 2021, in Fraser River.
• Installation: Placed summer 2021 by family; tree from Rotary Club.
• Police: RCMP notified, file #24-49179.
• Appeal: Alina asks for its return, no questions asked.
• Reported: Abbotsford News, November 9, 2024.

Hyperlink: The Abbotsford News - Memorial Plaque Stolen

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Details from a missing person's poster in North Vancouver: 

Her car was found with her cell phone and belongings inside on February 1st, 2021.

Missing Person: Shaelene Keeler Bell
Last-contact date: January 30th, 2021 at about 8:30pm
The area where the MP was last seen: Chilliwack, British Columbia near the 9300 block of Edward Street
Link to government source: No government source found at the time of publication but police are commenting on this disappearance so it is a credible missing person case.

• Facebook Group: Find Shaelene Bell
• News source: City News

VITAL DETAILS

Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
Sex: Female
Age at time of disappearance: 23 years old
Birthdate: between January 31st, 1997 and January 30th, 1998

• When the birthdate isn't known, I calculate a range using the age at the date of the missing person's disappearance.

Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Brown
Scar: None indicated
Height/weight: 5-foot-2 and 95 pounds
BMI*: In this case, the missing person was underweight by BMI at the time of the disappearance.

• BMI is body mass index. It relates to an individual's height and weight. I include it believing it can help picture a missing person or describe one.

Shaelene Keeler Bell has not been seen since January 30th, 2021 at about 8:30pm, when she was 23 years old. When people have been missing for such a short time, then the details regarding their disappearances are more likely to be updated. Be sure to check the news for regular updates regarding this case. City News in Chilliwack is one source that is covering this case, however, any Google search for her name is likely to produce some news hits.

What stands out with this case, is that her car was found and there were possessions in it that she would likely want to have on her person (ie. cell phone). The vehicle was found on Ballam Road near the Fraser River in the 47000 block. This vehicle was a 2021 Hyundai Tucson (a four-door SUV). I 'walked' this road using Google Maps and the stretch near the Fraser River looks secluded. I don't see there being much traffic there at any point in the day and hardly any at night.

If you know where this person might be or have any information on this case, then please contact the authorities. Contact information is included in the missing person poster at the start of this blog post.

 

Author: Shane Lambert (UncoolNegated on Websleuths)

All articles are subject to editing after the original posting.

Shane Lambert (UncoolNegated on Websleuths) is not a Private Investigator, however, he is currently studying to be one as of March 2021.

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*For BMI values, I use the UPPER or HIGHER ranges that are given for height and weight.
Disclaimer: Information posted is thought to be correct as of the time posting. If a missing person is found, then this article might stay posted until that is noticed. I try to stay on top of the news but it's not possible to follow all cases. Articles will be edited or deleted when credible news of the missing person is authenticated.

Mekayla Bali -- Teenager Missing from Yorkton, Saskatchewan Since 2016

Mekayla Bali Missing Person Case: Overview

Missing person: Mekayla Bali

Last-contact date: April 12th, 2016 (Tuesday) at 1:45pm
Disappeared from: Yorkton, Saskatchewan at the STC Bus Depot

Link to Government Source: Canada's Missing 2016018567

Official Description of Mekayla Bali’s Disappearance

Canada's Missing Description: Mekayla was last seen at the STC Bus Depot in Yorkton at 1:45 p.m. on April 12th, 2016. She went to school in the morning but left shortly after arriving. She went to several businesses in Yorkton throughout the morning, then returned to school around noon. She bought lunch at the restaurant in the bus depot but did not get on a bus that day. Mekayla left the bus depot in the early afternoon and hasn't been seen since.

Physical Description and Clothing Details

Ethnicity/Race: White
Sex: Female
Age at time of disappearance: 16 years old
Hair: Blonde, shoulder lengthed
Eye color: Blue
Height and weight at the time of disappearance: 5'2" and 126 pounds
Clothing: Black/grey leggings, infinity scarf, turquoise blouse, maroon boots, and maroon coat

Timeline of Mekayla Bali’s Last Known Movements

Mekayla Bali was a high school student when she went missing from a small city in Saskatchewan known as Yorkton. This is an individual who had a well-documented timeline on the date of her disappearance. That's partly due to messages she sent before disappearing but it's also due to the surveillance footage that was available at the various venues that she visited the last day that she was seen.

Websleuths or amateur investigators who are thinking of doing some research on this case might benefit from watching the following Youtube video. It contained some useful information and video pertaining to her timeline. If you want to watch her timeline, then go to the 7:05 mark of the video.

Key Observations: Behavior at Tim Horton's

The part of the case that intrigued me the most was her behavior in the Tim Horton's restaurant. At one point, she leaves the restaurant, re-enters, and then exits out the opposite door. To me, this looked like the actions of someone who was having trouble coordinating a pick-up, maybe for a shared ride and possibly with a stranger or someone she knew. The way she exits the Tim Hortons, re-enters, and then chooses the other exit might seem strange but the action is consistent with someone who isn't sure which door her ride is going to pick her up at. Perhaps, she never did actually find that ride.

I wondered if she was using ridesharing apps or shared-ride classifieds like what you find at Kijiji, Craigslist, or on social media. It would be interesting if any ridesharing apps that were operating at the time had a record of drivers who were planning to pass through Yorkton on the day that Mekayla disappeared. Perhaps her driver wasn't reliable and that's what caused her to explore bus travel instead.

Did Mekayla Bali Consider Hitchhiking?

It's also interesting that she went to the bus depot but did not purchase a ticket. This is clearly someone who was dabbling with the idea of intercity travel on the day of her disappearance. That dabbling does invoke one phrase that's common to both intercity transportation and missing people: hitchhiking.

It's not quite fair to say that she was last seen hitchhiking but if the Tim Horton's scene was a failed pick-up location for a shared ride and if she didn't like the prices of the bus tickets then she might have turned to the cheapest form of travel there is: thumbing a ride.

Reliance on hitchhiking is a well-known risk factor when it comes to missing people. This possibility cannot be discounted, especially as she has now been missing for almost nine years as of early 2025. It would be very difficult for someone her age not to register on social media or touch base with someone who could help her for such a lengthy period.

Comparing Mekayla Bali to Beverly Sharpman

Similar Case: Beverly Sharpman

Mekayla Bali's case did remind me of the case of Beverly Sharpman in some ways. Sharpman went missing at the age of 17 in Philadelphia in the late 1940s. She attended high school the day she disappeared before leaving at a train/bus station. There certainly are many differences between the cases but the age, attending high school, and demographics are similar. Similar cases are always good food for thought.

With Sharpman, it's thought that she may have been pregnant and may not have wanted to reveal this to her mother or family. There were also themes of an inappropriate marriage or inappropriate relationship surrounding her case. However, Sharpman was using train services for traveling and she sent a message that hinted at some of her plans. That has created some conjecture that she survived her disappearance event while Bali's case seems a bit more futile in that regard and more mysterious. Nonetheless, I think some of the themes between the two cases could be compared.

Mekayla Bali Case Update: Nine-Year Vigil Sparks Renewed Hope

Mekayla Bali Case Update: Seven-Year Vigil Sparks Renewed Hope

• Vigil Date: Held on April 12, 2023, in Yorkton, SK, marking seven years since Mekayla Bali vanished on April 12, 2016.
• Last Sighting: Mekayla, 16, was last seen at the Yorkton bus depot, 1:00-1:45 p.m., on security footage.
• Family’s View: Paula Bali, her mother, finds the lack of leads “baffling” despite extensive efforts.
• RCMP Action: Released an age-progressed image in 2023 to show Mekayla at 23, seeking new tips.

Source: Regina Leader Post, April 11th, 2023/Larissa Kurz

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Serial Killer Bobby Jack Fowler Timeline - Dates of Where He Was or May Have Been

Researcher: Shane Lambert
Original publication date: January 9th, 2021
Updated: March 17th, 2025

Note: this is an on-going project that I will continually enhance. All statements in the timeline are believed to be accurate. In the event of an error, efforts will be made to correct the article.

The purpose of the information presented here is to provide a timeline of a known serial killer, Bobby Jack Fowler. 

Serial Killer's name: Bobby Jack Fowler (1939 - 2006)

• Bobby could also be Rob, Robert, or Bob. or some other variations, like Robby.

Relatives and Why They Are Listed

Bobby Jack Fowler isn't a unique name. Given that, relatives of the serial killer can be important when it comes to identifying him in a document. This is especially true when you come across less-specific names like "Bobby J. Fowler" "Robert J. Fowler" or even just "Bob Fowler." It can be very difficult to know if the documents pertain to the same person.

In particular, a name like "Bobby" has numerous derivations that all affect keyword searching for the worse. Bob, Rob, Robbie, Robby, Robert, Bobbie, and possibly more variations of the same name exist.

For that reason, I list the relatives of Bobby Jack Fowler as cross-referencing material for anyone searching the documentary record for this serial killer. The association does not mean that the following people, who are all deceased, were immoral or criminals like Bobby Jack Fowler was.

However, when faced with an abundance of names that could all be variations of Bobby Jack Fowler, a researcher needs to know who the other people are that were in his life. In this case, I decided to only include relatives who were of his immediate family and deceased.

• Father: Selva Fowler (1915-1968)
• Mother: Oma Lee Fowler (nee Hathaway) (1916-1991)
• Sister: Linda Susan Fowler (1950-2004)
• Brother: Walter Frank Fowler (1935-2004)

Social Security Number: ends with 215 (******215)

Addresses Associated With Bobby Jack Fowler

Some addresses are associated with Bobby Jack Fowler using Ancestry.com. However, what I found was that addresses at Ancestry don't necessarily contain specific information as to when someone was at a spot at an exact point in time.

For example, his 1996 address was in Portland. However, I note that this address was after his June 28th, 1995 arrest. If you want to have a look at his addresses, then use this exit link (membership with Ancestry.com may be required): Bobby Jack Fowler address search at Ancestry.com. But be aware that he could be anywhere, regardless of where his mail is being sent.

Bobby Jack Fowler's Timeline

Researching Bobby Jack Fowler's timeline was difficult. Mainly, some same-name matches made it hard to authenticate some aspects of his timeline. 

However, I decided to publish what I found and simply state the doubts that I might have. Mainly, if I saw a report where the first, middle, and last names matched in conjunction with age, then I considered it very probable. Furthermore, I deferred to journalists writing for major publications, believing that they would have good reason for making their claims. I consider this timeline to be a work in progress.

Date	Event	Location
June 12, 1939 [BJF is 0]	Bobby Jack Fowler is born to Selva “Mutt” Fowler and Oma Lee (Hathaway) Fowler.	Merkel, Texas, USA
March 6, 1959 [BJF is 19]	Fowler marries Theresa Patton. They eventually have five children: Johnny, Janey, Pam, Loretta, and Randell.	Taylor County, Texas (greater area)
1959-1971 [BJF is approximately 20-32]	Fowler and Theresa Patton have five children: Johnny, Janey, Pam, Loretta, and Randell. Estimated birth ranges: Johnny (late 1959-early 1961), Janey (1962-1963), Pam (1964-1966), Loretta (1967-1969), Randell (1970-early 1971).	Likely Texas, USA (specific locations unknown)
February 8, 1960 [BJF is 20]	It is thought by the writer that Fowler and his wife had a daughter in Wichita Falls on this date. It is also noted that his address might have been 1600 32nd Street in Wichita Falls, Texas. Source: Wichita Falls Times, February 8, 1960.	Wichita Falls, Wichita County, Texas
October 12, 1961 [BJF is 22]	It is thought by the writer that Bobby J. Fowler and his wife may have had another daughter on this date at Harris Hospital. It is also noted that his address might have been 3304 S. Houston in Fort Worth, Texas. Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram, October 12, 1961.	Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas
Late 1962 - Early 1963 (exact dates unknown) [BJF is approximately 23-24]	It is thought by the writer that Bobby J. Fowler might have been in Denison, Texas, or Durant, Oklahoma, around this time, based on reports of a daughter named Pamela possibly born on December 31, 1962, a complaint alleging Mrs. Bobby J. Fowler wrote a worthless $18.82 check at the Durant Auto Supply company on March 11, 1963, and charges of defrauding with a bogus $5.29 check filed against Bobby J. Fowler on May 2, 1963. It is also noted that this could be just a same-name match. Sources: Durant Daily Democrat, December 31, 1962; May 1, 1963; May 2, 1963.	Denison, Grayson County, Texas, or Durant, Bryan County, Oklahoma
August 17-18, 1963 [BJF is 24]	It is thought by the writer that Bobby J. Fowler may have been charged with operating a vehicle with no valid operator’s license over the weekend, as one of seven Lewis County residents cited for traffic violations by the State Patrol, as reported on August 20, 1963. A later charge in the same location using his full name confirms his age matches Bobby Jack Fowler. Source: Durant Daily Democrat, August 20, 1963.	Centralia, Lewis County, Washington
November 13, 1963 [BJF is 24]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is fined $50 for drunk and disorderly conduct by damaging a city police car. Assumed to be the serial killer based on exact name match (first, middle, and last) and consistency with age (24) Source: Local newspaper, Centralia, Washington, November 13, 1963.	Centralia, Lewis County, Washington
Before September 21, 1965 (exact date unknown) [BJF is approximately 26]	It is thought by the writer that Bobby J. Fowler may have been issued a speeding ticket in Waco, Texas, just before this date, with a fine of $20.50, handled by Justice of Peace Joe Johnson. If it is the serial killer, this would place him in Waco sometime before September 21, 1965. Source: Newspaper clipping, Waco, Texas.	Waco, McLennan County, Texas
July 1969 [BJF is 30]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is charged with illegal transportation of an open container of liquor and operating a motor vehicle without a driver’s license, listing his address as Hillsboro, Oregon. Included due to exact name match and consistency with age (30). Source: Sapulpa Daily Herald, July 28, 1969.	Sapulpa, Creek County, Oklahoma
August 1969 [BJF is 30]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is in legal trouble with the Department of Public Safety. They seek to suspend his operator’s license. Included due to exact name match and consistency with age (30). There is a different Bobby Jack Fowler who lived in San Angelo at this time but he was about 10 years younger (they should not be confused). Source: San Angelo Standard-Times, August 21, 1969.	San Angelo, Tom Green County, Texas
Late 1969 [BJF is approximately 30]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is charged with murdering a man and woman but convicted only of discharging a firearm within city limits. Source: https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2012/10/bobby_jack_fowler_suspect_in_d.html	Texas
February 13, 1970 [BJF is 30]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is on a county road in McLennan County, Texas on Feb. 13th, 1970. He committed assault with intent to murder without malice by beating Alice Leggott on a county road, charged on or around March 20th, 1969. He is reported in the article on that date, listed as a habitual criminal from Dallas. Included due to exact name match and consistency with age (30). Presumably, he is generally of the Dallas area at about this time.	Waco, McLennan County, Texas
Pre-1971 [BJF is approximately 25-31]	Fowler served time in a Tennessee prison for sexual assault and attempted murder, described as tying up a woman, beating her with her own belt, covering her with brush, and leaving her to die. Source: https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2012/10/bobby_jack_fowler_suspect_in_d.html	Tennessee
May 17, 1971 [BJF is 31]	Fowler and Theresa Patton divorced, shortly before he moved to British Columbia. One would think this divorce was caused by the legal problems from 1970. Included due to divorce records.	Texas, USA (divorce); British Columbia, Canada (move)
1973 [BJF is approximately 34]	Years after 1973, Fowler is strongly suspected of killing Gale Weys near Clearwater, BC, and Pamela Darlington, part of the Highway of Tears cases.The suspicion implies he was in the area. Included due to investigative reports.	British Columbia, Canada
August 9, 1974 [BJF is 35]	Colleen MacMillen, 16, is last seen hitchhiking in Lac La Hache. Her body is found near 100 Mile House off a logging road, later linked to Fowler’s DNA. Included due to forensic evidence. His involvement is a certainty.	British Columbia, Canada - In the Highway 97 area around Lac La Hache and 100 Mile House.
Late December 1974 [BJF is 35]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler," 35, of Dallas, escapes from Williamson County Jail while facing rape and attempted murder charges. He has not been convicted yet. He is recaptured after attempting to flag down a car on Interstate 65, adding an escape charge. Included due to exact name match and age consistency (35). Source: The Tennessean, January 1, 1975.	Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee
July 30, 1983 [BJF is 44]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" of Van Buren County committed arson by throwing gasoline on a neighbor’s house and the neighbor with intent to set a fire, was convicted of arson. Included due to exact name match and consistency with violent behavior; plausible doubt exists if this is a different Bobby Jack Fowler, if Van Buren County is an inaccurate location for the serial killer, or if the conviction is misattributed, requiring verification with Iowa court records. Source: The Dispatch, December 20, 1985.	Van Buren County, Iowa
August 1983 – March 1986 [BJF is approximately 44-46]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is incarcerated in Iowa for second-degree arson, serving two years and seven months of a 10-year sentence from his July 30, 1983, conviction; exact entry (August 1983) and exit (March 1986) dates are unknown.	Iowa, USA
December 20, 1985 [BJF is 46]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" of Van Buren County loses his appeal in the Iowa Court of Appeals, upholding his July 30, 1983, arson conviction, claiming it was only attempted arson. Included due to exact name match and legal proceedings. Source: The Dispatch, December 20, 1985.	Des Moines, Iowa
March 1986 [BJF is 46]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" of Van Buren County is paroled after serving two years and seven months of a 10-year sentence for second-degree arson from his July 30, 1983, conviction. Included due to exact name match and consistency with prior legal proceedings. Source: The Des Moines Register, April 18, 1986.	Iowa, USA
November 29th/30th, 1986 [BJF is 47]	It's possible that Bobby Jack Fowler is at or near Park Royal Plaza late on November 29th or early on November 30th, 1986. Speculative on my part and argued elsewhere.	Park Royal Plaza parking lot, Hilton Head, South Carolina
August 28, 1987 [BJF is 48]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler," 48, of 95 Mathews Drive, is arrested for public disorderly conduct on William Hilton Parkway (U.S. 278) near Hilton Head Plantation, released after posting a $118 bond. Included due to exact name match and age consistency with birth year (1939). But the address of "95 Mathews Drive" is a strange one as it is only associated with businesses by the writer’s research; the writer wonders if BJF gave his place of employment as his address for some reason. Source: The Island Packet, September 2, 1987.	Beaufort County, South Carolina
December 14, 1989 [BJF is approximately 50]	A "Bobby J. Fowler"  was cited for driving under the influence around this time. His license was suspended from December 14th, 1989 to June 14th, 1990. This "Bobby J. Fowler" was mentioned as being of 95 Matthews Drive, Hilton Head. Note, the address from August 28th only had one "t" in Mathews. If it is the serial killer, this would place him in Beaufort County, South Carolina. Source: The Beaufort Gazette, February 14, 1990.	Hilton Head, Beaufort County, South Carolina
May 3, 1992 [BJF is 52]	It is thought by the writer that Bobby Jack Fowler may have been at Beverly Beach State Park very early in the morning around 1:00 a.m., as he is a suspect in the murders of Sheila Swanson, 19, and Melissa Sanders, 17, who were last seen making a call from a payphone near the park where they had been camping. Their bodies were later discovered on October 10, 1992, by hunters in a wooded area near Eddyville, Oregon.	Beverly Beach State Park, Oregon
January 18, 1993 – February 2, 1993 [BJF is 53-54]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler" is suspected of murdering Kara Leas, 19, and Jennifer Esson, 16, last seen alive on January 18, 1993, in Newport, with bodies found on February 2, 1993, near U.S. 101 south of Newport; linkage established posthumously in 2012 based on new evidence. Source: The Oregonian, October 30, 2012.	Newport, Lincoln County, Oregon
June 28, 1995, 8:43 p.m. [BJF is 56]	A "Bobby Jack Fowler," 56, of Prescott Street, Portland, is arrested for first-degree kidnapping and attempted rape at a Newport motel after a woman reported he tried to rape and threatened to kill her, jumping from a third-story window (saved by a witness); held on $75,000 bond. Included due to exact name match, age consistency with birth year (1939), and incident details Source: Corvallis Gazette-Times, June 30, 1995.	Newport, Lincoln County, Oregon
January 8, 1996 [BJF is 56]	Fowler is convicted of kidnapping, attempted rape, sexual abuse, coercion, assault, and menacing; sentenced to 195 months.	Oregon, USA (Lincoln County)
May 20, 2006 [BJF is 66]	Fowler dies of lung cancer at age 66 while serving his sentence. Included due to prison records; plausible doubt exists if this is a different Bobby Jack Fowler or if the death details are misreported, requiring verification with Oregon State Penitentiary records.	Oregon State Penitentiary, Oregon, USA