1987 04/16/87 -- Bernita Sparks - Southside Slayer? DNA/Ballistics Linked Killings - Victims of the Southside Slayer (Grim Sleeper), Chester Turner, and Other Potential Serial Killers In Los Angeles -

1987 04/16/87 -- Bernita Sparks

Southside Slayer? DNA/Ballistics Linked Killings

Bernita Sparks, 25, was found April 16, 1987, in an alley in the 9400 block of South Western Avenue. Cause of death: one shot to the chest, strangulation, blunt- force trauma. Found inside trash bin covered with trash. Fully clothed. She had no arrests for prostitution.

Community

Los Angeles

Block of 9400 S Western Ave

Victims of the Southside Slayer (Grim Sleeper), Chester Turner, and Other Potential Serial Killers In Los Angeles