The Manson Family murders refer to a series of brutal killings that took place in August 1969 in Los Angeles, California. Led by Charles Manson, the cult-like group targeted several individuals, including actress Sharon Tate, who was eight months pregnant, and four others at her home. The murders shocked the nation and highlighted the dark side of the counterculture movement of the 1960s. On the night of August 8-9, 1969, Manson's followers carried out the attacks, believing they were igniting a race war. The subsequent investigation led to the arrest of Manson and several of his followers, resulting in high-profile trials and convictions that drew significant media attention.