Arnfinn Nesset

Arnfinn Nesset
Born (1936-10-25) 25 October 1936
ConvictionsMurder (22 counts)
Attempted murder
Criminal penalty21 years imprisonment
Details
Victims22–138
Span of crimes
1981–1983
CountryNorway

Arnfinn Nesset (born 25 October 1936) is a Norwegian former nurse, nursing home manager, and a convicted serial killer. His crimes include the murders of at least 22 people, as well as attempted murder, document forgery, and embezzlement. He may have murdered up to 138 people. In 1983, he was convicted of poisoning 22 patients and sentenced to 21 years in prison. He served 12 years and 10 years of supervision and is thought to be living under an assumed name.