Randy Kraft is an American serial killer who was active during the 1970s and early 1980s. He is known for the brutal murders of at least 16 young men, primarily in California. Kraft's criminal activities involved drugging, torturing, and killing his victims, often leaving their bodies in remote locations. He was apprehended in 1983 when police discovered evidence linking him to the murders. In 1989, Kraft was convicted and sentenced to death for his crimes. His case drew significant media attention due to the horrific nature of the murders and the methods he used. Kraft remains on death row in California, where he has been for decades.