Was Arthur Leigh Allen the Zodiac Killer? Theories and suspects

Was Arthur Leigh Allen the Zodiac Killer? Theories and suspects

As a seasoned true-crime enthusiast who’s spent countless hours poring over unsolved cases and cold trails, I must say that the release of “This Is the Zodiac Speaking” on Netflix has me thoroughly intrigued. The case of the Zodiac Killer is one that has haunted my nights for years – a chilling tale of a serial killer who taunted authorities with ciphers and riddles, leaving behind a trail of terror in the 60s and 70s.


Netflix is delving back into the mystery surrounding the Zodiac Killer for a fresh documentary titled “This is the Voice of the Zodiac.

Offering previously unseen proof and testimonies from individuals acquainted with Arthur Leigh Allen, who is a prime suspect in the Zodiac Killer case, along with archival footage and interviews with Allen prior to his demise – This documentary, “The Zodiac Speaking”, offers a fresh outlook on the investigation.

As stated by Netflix, the main subject of this documentary series revolves around the Seawater family, who claim that Allen significantly impacted their upbringing by looking after them and organizing outings, some of whom are highlighted in the documentary.

Now that the documentary is streaming on Netflix, let’s delve into the enigma of Arthur Leigh Allen. Was he indeed the notorious Zodiac Killer as many believe?

Who was Arthur Leigh Allen?

During his early years, details are scarce regarding Arthur Leigh Allen, but in 1951, he enlisted in the United States Navy, and by 1959, he was honorably released from service.

After completing his education at California Polytechnic University in 1960, Allen pursued a career as an elementary school teacher.

In 1962, Allen was fired from Travis Elementary School for having a firearm on school grounds.

In the year 1966, he took up the role of a teacher at Valley Springs Elementary School, but was dismissed and later apprehended due to allegations of child molestation.

As reported by Time magazine, he was imprisoned for three years and was on felony probation for a further five years, concluding in 1982.

Who was the Zodiac Killer?

The Zodiac Killer is one of the most infamous unsolved serial killer cases, with no one ever convicted.

From 1968 to 1969, the Zodiac Killer is believed to have taken at least five lives, while also penning cryptic notes and puzzles, insisting they be featured prominently in the headlines of San Francisco’s daily papers.

Was Arthur Leigh Allen the Zodiac Killer?

Was Arthur Leigh Allen the Zodiac Killer? Theories and suspects

Arthur Leigh Allen was the only publicly recognized suspect by the authorities, but they lacked sufficient evidence to bring charges against him.

Therefore, it cannot be confirmed whether or not Arthur Leigh Allen was the Zodiac Killer.

In the documentary, the Seawater siblings claimed that Allen confessed to being the Zodiac killer.

David and Connie Seawater assert that Allen frequently took them on weekend excursions or movie outings, and it was during a sailing adventure with Allen in 1991 when Connie alleges she questioned him about being the Zodiac killer. To which he responded that if he revealed the truth, he would have to eliminate her.

“I thought it was a big joke,” Connie says in the documentary.

David Seaweed asserted that Allen admitted under oath he was the Zodiac killer, as his health deteriorated.

In 2017, when David and Connie’s mom Phyllis passed away, they discovered a box containing letters exchanged between Phyllis and Allen, which hinted at discussions regarding the Zodiac.

In a letter displayed on Netflix, Allen stated, “Whenever anyone brought up the topic of police, I would suddenly leap.

Reading about a murder in the news makes me break out in a cold sweat.

One theory among detectives suggests that during the time Allen spent in prison, both the murder spree and the correspondence from the Zodiac Killer ceased. This could imply a possible connection between Allen and the Zodiac Killer case.

Allen was also identified by survivor Michael Mageau in a police line-up.

However, police were unable to charge Allen due to a conflicting witness testimony.

Where is Arthur Leigh Allen now?

Arthur Leigh Allen died in 1992.

According to an autopsy report, he died from arteriosclerotic heart disease.

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2024-10-24 18:03