Richard Ramirez - The Night Stalker is the biography of Richard Ramirez a convicted American serial killer awaiting execution on California s death row at San Quentin State Prison. Prior to his capture Ramírez was dubbed the Night Stalker by the news media as he terrorized California. On September 20 1989 Ramirez was found guilty of 13 counts of murder 5 attempted murders 11 sexual assaults and 14 burglaries. During the penalty phase of the trial on November 7 1989 he was sentenced to die in California s gas chamber. The trial of Richard Ramírez was one of the most difficult and longest criminal trials in American history. Richard Ramirez - The Night Stalker is highly recommended for those interested in learning more about this notorious serial killer.