Truck Stop Serial Killer Convicted in Third Murder
A jury in Indianapolis found Bruce Mendenhall guilty of murdering Carma Purpura in 2007. Already serving two life sentences for the murders of two other women in Tennessee, Mendenhall, known as the “Truck Stop Serial Killer,” is a suspect in additional killings across state lines. The conviction followed testimony detailing the discovery of blood-soaked clothing and other evidence in his truck. Mendenhall’s sentencing for Purpura’s murder is set for February 13th.
John Q. Hosedrinker