“Deadpool Killer” Wade Wilson Sentenced to Death for Murdering 2 Women

"Deadpool Killer" Wade Wilson Sentenced to Death for Murdering 2 Women

As a fervent admirer of justice and a long-time reader of true crime novels, the news about Wade Wilson, the so-called “Deadpool Killer,” has left me utterly disheartened and appalled. The chilling details of his heinous crimes against Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz have sent shivers down my spine and made me question humanity once more.


The individual known as Wade Wilson, who is frequently referred to as the “Deadpool Killer” due to his namesake with a popular Marvel character, was sentenced to death after being found guilty of murdering two women in Florida.

In the year 2019, a grand jury accused a 30-year-old individual of first-degree murder, related to the deaths of Kristine Melton, aged 35, and Diane Ruiz, aged 43. The accused, Wilson, admitted to the police shortly after his arrest that he was responsible for the murders on October 7, 2019.

In June, following his conviction for murder, a jury decided, with a majority of two votes, to recommend capital punishment. This decision was upheld by Judge Nicholas Thompson during a hearing held on August 27th.

“The evidence showed that both murders were heinous, atrocious and cruel,” he wrote in the sentence order, obtained by TopMob News, “and that the second murder was cold, calculated and premeditated.”

As a committed supporter, I can share that my client, Wilson, intends to challenge the capital punishment verdict. Following the sentencing, I communicated to Newsweek that he comprehends the legal system thoroughly and recognizes the necessary steps to overturn a jury’s decision.

Wilson surrendered himself to the police several days following the murders, as suggested by his father. This happened after his father had given testimony stating that on the same day the women were slain, Wilson had phoned him in distress, claiming he was calling from a house he had illegally entered.

According to Wilson’s father, his son confided that he encountered a girl at a bar, went to her home afterwards, strangled her when she fell asleep, abandoned her body in the house, and stole her vehicle. Furthermore, his father mentioned that Wilson later admitted to strangling a second woman who had entered his car after he requested directions from her, and then ran her over.

In simpler terms, Wilson’s father stated that his son appeared enthusiastic when detailing his wrongdoings and showed no signs of regret.

"Deadpool Killer" Wade Wilson Sentenced to Death for Murdering 2 Women

Wilson’s father testified that his son appeared “enthusiastic” as he detailed his wrongdoings, showing no signs of regret. In the end, the father urged Wilson to surrender, which he eventually did.

Three days after his arrest, in the jail, he admitted to the murders of Melton and Ruiz. He explained that he encountered Melton at a bar, they had consensual relations at a friend’s place, and later continued this at her residence. However, he then revealed that he ended her life afterward.

In his confession to the police, Wilson admitted that he had given Ruiz a ride after asking her for directions to the local high school. However, when she attempted to leave, he strangled her and then threw her out of the vehicle before intentionally running her over multiple times. He explained that at the moment, he was in a violent rage and under the influence of drugs. Furthermore, he confessed that when he’s under the influence, he feels as though he transforms into an evil entity.

According to the court ruling, it was clear that Wilson brutally assaulted Melton using a curtain rod, eventually causing her to lose consciousness due to asphyxiation.

Investigators discovered her severely injured body concealed within a heap of bed linens and garments inside her apartment. Her wrists were bound with a white scarf, and a curtain rod bearing a red stain was found close by. Forensic analysis on these items revealed DNA that matched both hers and Wilson’s, according to the records.

Three days after his arrest, Wilson admitted in prison to the murders of Melton and Ruiz. He told the police that he encountered Melton at a bar, had consensual relations with her at a friend’s place, and later continued at her residence. Subsequently, he disclosed that he ended her life thereafter.

In his confession to the police, Wilson admitted that he had given Ruiz a ride after requesting directions to the local high school. However, when she attempted to leave, he strangled her and then threw her out of the car before running her over multiple times. He explained that at the time, he was in a frenzy and under the influence of drugs. Furthermore, he stated that while intoxicated, he transforms into an evil entity. The sequence of events was as follows.

The court’s ruling stated that there was clear proof that Wilson violently assaulted Melton using a curtain rod, ultimately causing her death by asphyxiation.

Law enforcement discovered her severely injured body concealed within a pile of blankets and garments in her apartment. Her wrists were bound using a white scarf, and a curtain rod with a red stain was found close by. Forensic examination of the items revealed DNA that matched both hers and Wilson’s, as stated in the documents.

Regarding Ruiz, her corpse was discovered in the forest, meanwhile, her blood, mobile device, and a name tag from her work uniform were found in Melton’s vehicle.

In her autopsy, it was revealed that she had a broken nose and finger, a cut on her chest, fractures in 11 ribs, and injuries to her neck – the sort often observed in cases of strangulation, as the medical examiner stated. He further explained that these wounds were also compatible with being run over by a vehicle. Moreover, he suggested that Ruiz had made an attempt to protect herself before she met her untimely demise.

He also said it appeared Ruiz had tried to defend herself before she was killed.

The judge considered several factors before rendering the death sentence.

He pointed out that Wilson caused substantial physical and emotional harm to his victims. Furthermore, he carried out the murders while serving probation for past felony convictions. Notably, these two first-degree murders were committed simultaneously with grand theft of a vehicle, battery, and burglary of a residence.

In summary, considering all the facts and information at hand, the court concluded that there was no reason to change the jury’s decision.

"Deadpool Killer" Wade Wilson Sentenced to Death for Murdering 2 Women

Following the verdict, families of Melton and Ruiz expressed gratitude towards the law enforcement personnel who handled their case.

Felix Ruiz, Ruiz’s father, shared with reporters, “I didn’t manage to tell her ‘I love you’ and ‘I miss you.’ This isn’t the final chapter yet. The final chapter comes when the accused is executed. I will be there, that’s a promise.”

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2024-08-29 02:18