About J. Frank Hickey
Lived 1865 – 1922 (aged 56). J. Frank Hickey was an American serial killer.
John Frank Hickey (October 29, 1865 – May 8, 1922) was an American child molester and serial killer. Due to the postcards he mailed to the police and media, he was dubbed The Postcard Killer.
Early life John Frank Hickey was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, to Irish immigrants Michael J. Hickey and Mary Ann Magrath. He was baptized Roman Catholic at St. Patrick's Church, which was only two blocks from his parents' lodgings. Second murder In 1896 Hickey left Lowell and would never live there again.
Trial, imprisonment, and death
Hickey was charged with first degree murder, but in a verdict which surprised many, he was instead found guilty of second degree murder. Two jurors thought Hickey was insane and should not be executed. He was sentenced to life in prison, and died in prison on May 8, 1922.
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Who was J. Frank Hickey?
American serial killer
When was J. Frank Hickey born?
J. Frank Hickey was born on 29 October 1865 in Lowell.
When did J. Frank Hickey die?
J. Frank Hickey died on 8 May 1922 in Auburn Correctional Facility.
What was J. Frank Hickey's occupation?
J. Frank Hickey was a serial killer.
What nationality was J. Frank Hickey?
J. Frank Hickey was American.
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