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Charles Sobhraj was a notorious criminal who terrorized South east Asia in the 1970s. With his hypnotic gaze and silver tongue, he lured victims into his web of deceit, leaving a trail of murder and mayhem in his wake.
Born in Vietnam to a Vietnamese mother and an Indian father, Sobhraj grew up in Saigon.
His criminal career began in the 1960s, involving petty thefts and burglaries.
Sobhraj traveled extensively across Asia, often using his charm and charisma to gain the trust of his victims, who were primarily western tourists.
He earned the nickname "The Serpent" due to his ability to charm and manipulate people.
Sobhraj often targeted young women, drugging and robbing them. In some cases, his crimes escalated to murder.
In Nepal in 1975, he was accused of murdering two American backpackers, Teresa Ann Blaylock and Connie Jo Bronzich.
Sobhraj was arrested in Nepal but managed to escape from prison.
He continued his criminal activities in India, where he was accused of murdering several French tourists.
Charles Sobhraj was finally arrested in India in 1976 and sentenced to life imprisonment.
He was released from prison in 2023 due to his old age and deteriorating health.