The man known as the “Casanova Killer” is slated for execution following the signing of his death warrant by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, nearly 30 years after his crimes.
Glenn Rogers, 62, who claims to be a serial killer, once told authorities that he had murdered 70 women. His execution is set for Thursday via lethal injection.
Rogers earned the nickname “Casanova Killer” because he would charm women in local bars before luring them into his car and attacking them.
Here’s a look at the timeline surrounding Rogers’ criminal actions:
Convicted for the murder of Tina Marie Cribbs in 1994
After being convicted of first-degree murder, armed robbery, and grand larceny concerning the death of Tina Marie Cribbs, a 34-year-old woman, he was sentenced to death in 1997. Reports indicate that he met Cribbs at a bar in Tampa, convincing her to drive him home. She assured a friend she would return in 15 minutes, but never did.
The body of Cribbs, a mother of two, was discovered in a room at a motel Rogers had rented a few days later. According to the motion filed by prosecutors, she was found lying with her back against the tub, dressed in a damp T-shirt, underwear, and socks. A pile of wet clothes and bloody towels were also found on the bathroom floor.
Authorities confirmed that Cribbs had been stabbed to death and showed signs of having fought back. Her belongings, including her rings and car, went missing and were located later, with her car being found with Rogers in Kentucky a week after her disappearance.
Second death sentence in 1999 for the murder of Sandra Gallagher
In 1999, Rogers received another death sentence in California for killing Sandra Gallagher. He reportedly met her at a bar in Van Nuys, and her charred body was discovered in a truck near his residence shortly after her murder.
Claims of 70 victims and connections to high-profile murders
While in custody, Rogers claimed responsibility for the murders of 70 women. Interestingly, his brother later alleged that Rogers was involved in the high-profile murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, claims that were dismissed by the Los Angeles Police Department, who maintain that someone else was involved.
Death warrant signed by DeSantis after failed appeals
On April 16, DeSantis signed the death warrant for Rogers, who has lost three previous appeals in Florida. He is also suspected in a number of other murders across several states, including Florida, California, Ohio, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Rogers’ attorneys argue that he experienced childhood abuse, memories of which only resurfaced after his incarceration. His execution by lethal injection is scheduled for Thursday at the Florida State Prison near Stark.
