In the complex intersection of astrology and criminal psychology, Scorpio emerges as a significant zodiac sign among serial killers. With 92 documented Scorpio serial killers – matching the number of Virgo killers – this analysis delves into the astrological patterns and planetary influences that may shed light on these individuals’ dark behaviors.
Demographics and Statistics
Female Killers: 8 total
- 3 born in the 19th century
- 5 born in the 20th century
Male Killers: 84 total
- 8 born in the 19th century
- 76 born in the 20th century
Geographic Distribution
The study includes killers from multiple countries, including:
- North America: USA, Canada, Mexico
- South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil
- Europe: Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, UK
- Asia: China, India, Japan, Kazakhstan, South Korea
- Oceania: Australia
- Africa: South Africa
Notable Scorpio Serial Killers
Belle Gunness (Hell’s Belle)
- Born: November 11, 1859
- Origin: Norway, later moved to the USA
- Estimated Victims: 14-40
- Method: Insurance-related murders, arson
- Notable: Possibly faked her death in 1908
Nannie Doss (The Giggling Granny)
Born: November 4, 1905
Origin: USA
Victims: Multiple family members including four husbands
Notable: Childhood head injury potentially influenced behavior
Most Prolific Male Killers
Florisvaldo de Oliveira (Cabo Bruno)
- Born: November 18, 1958
- Origin: Brazil
- Confirmed Victims: 50+
- Background: Former military police officer
- Notable: Became an evangelical pastor in prison
Moses Sithole (The ABC Killer)
- Born: November 17, 1964
- Origin: South Africa
- Victims: 37+ confirmed (suspected of up to 76)
- Sentence: 930 years imprisonment
Moon Sign Distribution
- Leo Moon: 10 killers
- Aries Moon: 9 killers
- Aquarius Moon: 5 killers
- Libra Moon: 5 killers
- Cancer/Capricorn/Pisces/Scorpio/Taurus: 4 each
- Gemini/Sagittarius/Virgo: 3 each
Mercury Placements
- Scorpio Mercury: 45 killers
- Sagittarius Mercury: 32 killers
- Libra Mercury: 15 killers
Venus Placements
- Scorpio Venus: 31 killers
- Libra Venus: 22 killers
- Sagittarius Venus: 21 killers
- Virgo Venus: 11 killers
- Capricorn Venus: 7 killers
Mars Placements
- Scorpio Mars: 17 killers
- Virgo Mars: 13 killers
- Leo Mars: 13 killers
- Sagittarius Mars: 10 killers
- Libra Mars: 9 killers
Common Traits
- Strong personal power and influence
- Exceptional ability to manipulate others
- Need for control in relationships
- High intelligence combined with cunning
- Intense emotional depths, often masked
- Strong drive for dominance and power
Conclusion
The astrological profiles of Scorpio serial killers reveal complex patterns of planetary influences that may contribute to their behavior. While astrology cannot predict or excuse criminal behavior, it provides an interesting framework for understanding these individuals’ psychological makeup and motivational patterns.
