Philadelphia 'Budding Serial Killer' Sentenced 40-80 Years for Homeless Attacks

Philadelphia prosecutors announced the sentencing of Dshawn Crawford, who pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing homeless individuals while dressed in an outfit inspired by WWE’s The Undertaker, to 40 to 80 years in prison. Crawford attacked victims sleeping on the streets in early 2023, including one survivor stabbed 19 times and another victim, Marcos Torres, who died from his wounds. District Attorney Larry Krasner warned that Crawford might have become a serial killer if not apprehended, emphasizing the cruelty toward vulnerable homeless populations. In a related case, Naeem Morgan was arrested for assaulting six homeless people, with videos of his attacks circulating on social media. Krasner condemned violence against the homeless, stating that victim status offers no protection from prosecution. Authorities are also investigating whether Crawford may be connected to unsolved crimes in his previous home state of North Carolina.