Rodney Alcala Cross-Examined Himself

During his 2010 murder trial in California, serial killer Rodney Alcala chose to represent himself in court rather than rely entirely on defense attorneys. Alcala had already been connected to multiple murders committed between the 1970s and 1980s across several states. When he took the witness stand, he staged a bizarre courtroom performance that stunned observers. For nearly five hours, Alcala questioned himself by addressing “Mr. Alcala” in a deep voice before answering in his normal voice. He was ultimately convicted and sentenced to death.

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