Known for cannibalism, dismembering, and necrophilia: the terrifyingly interesting Jeffery Dahmer. However, less remembered and ever-more important are the seventeen victims of Dahmer.
Specifically, the subset of black victims Dahmer targeted in northside Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Many of whom the killer met at gay bars or areas frequented by the LGBTQ+ community. By taking advantage of prejudice against racial and social minorities, Dahmer was able to continue his crime for far too long.
Below is a list of all victims—in order—and what could be found about their too-short lives.
Steven Hicks, 18
Having recently graduated high school, Hicks was a deeply caring person as described by his father. Hitchhiking to a rock concert, Hicks was picked up by Dahmer instead.
Last seen June 18, 1978
Steven Tuomi, 18
Described as quiet and artistic by his classmates, Tuomi grew up in Michigan and was working as a cook for a Milwaukee restaurant. Toumi is the only murder charge Dahmer was not convicted of due to lack of evidence.
Last seen September 15, 1987
Jamie Doxtator, 14
Despite his young age, Doxater stood tall at nearly 6 ft. He was the oldest of four siblings and was known to enjoy riding his bike. Jamie was caught by Dahmer while waiting at a bus stop.
Last seen January 16, 1988
Richard Guerrero, 25
Close to his family, Guerrero’s sister, Janie was immediately suspicious when he went missing. His family went so far as to hire a private investigator because they felt like the police were not taking their son’s case seriously. However, that private investigator frauded the family out of much of their life’s savings.
Last seen March, 1988
Anthony Sears, 24
Awarded the manager position in Baker Square, Sears was planning on celebrating his new promotion over easter dinner, but never showed. He was an aspiring model and had plans to marry his girlfriend when he had enough money.
Last seen March 25, 1989
Raymond Smith, 33
Also known as Ricky Beeks, Smith was a sex worker living with his half-sister post being released from prison. He had a 10-year-old daughter.
Last seen May 29, 1990
Eddie Smith, 28
Smith was a devout Christian, who was extremely close with his mother, Josephene, and siblings JW and Carolyn. He hoped to become a model, and was often called “the Sheikh” due to his commonly worn turban-like wraps.
Reported missing June 1990
Ernest Miller, 24
Ernest Miller dreamed of being a dancer, with plans to start at an arts college in Chicago. He was only in Milwaukee to visit relatives.
Last seen September 2, 1990
David Thomas, 23
Loved by his two-year-old daughter—Courtia Beanland—Thomas was a fun-loving guy and passionate hustler. His ex-girlfriend, Chandra Beanland, stated the two-year-old’s dread and her constant cries of “when is dada coming?”
Last seen September 24, 1990
Curtis Straughter, 18
Straughter, a high school drop-out and nursing assistant, was living with his grandmother and mother at the time of the abduction. He had plans to get his high school equivalency certificate and attend modeling school. He was also known by Demetra and Curta.
Last seen March 7, 1991
Errol Lindsay, 19
The youngest of six siblings, Lindsay was a mama’s boy. He was loved by his sister, who made a memorable speech at the trial, later depicted in the Netflix show regarding Dahmer’s life. Lindsay was torn away from an unborn daughter, Tatiana Banks, who is now 38 years old and a mother of her own. Lindsay would now have been a grandfather.
Last seen April 7, 1991
Anthony Hughes, 31
Brought by a case of pneumonia as a baby, Hughes was deaf and communicated through lip-reading and sign language. His mother Shirley taught a bible class at a local church and was prominent throughout the trial. Hughes lived in Madison, but visited Miluakee to see family.
Last seen May 24, 1991
Konerak Sinthasomphone, 14
One of the most fascinating cases, Sinthasomphone and Dahmer had a rundown with the police where the boy was returned to Dahmer after convincing the police he was a drunk 19 year old in a relationship with Dahmer. The police dropped the incident, but if they had, they would have found charges against Dahmer for the sexual molestation of Sinthasomphone’s brother. Dahmer’s contact with both Sinthasomphone brothers is found to be a terrifying coincidence.
Last seen May 27, 1991
Matt Turner, 20
Occasionally going by Donald Montrell, he met Dahmer at a gay pride parade where Turner agreed to ride home with Dahmer. He was a native of Flint, Michigan and an aspiring model.
Last seen June 30, 1991
Jeremiah Weinberger, 23
Born in Puerto Rico, Weinburger lived in Chicago and worked as a customer service representative for a video company. His roommate described him as very meticulous, neat, and caring of his appearance. He encountered Dahmer in Chicago, and they took the greyhound bus back to Miluakee.
Last seen July 6, 1991
Oliver Lacy, 23
Youngest of three sons, Lacy had a two-year old daughter and was engaged to be married. He had a single mother named Catherine and wore his fathers cross necklace around his neck as a memorial.
Last seen July 12, 1991, first victim identified
Joseph Bradehoft, 25
Having recently moved to Miluakee, Bradehoft was on the way to a job interview when he was abducted. He also had three kids, aged between 2-7.
Last seen July 16, 1991