The Visalia Ransacker was a serial burglar active in the late 1970s in Visalia, California. This individual was known for breaking into homes and stealing valuables, often leaving the scenes in disarray. The ransacker's activities created fear in the community, leading to increased police presence and public awareness. The case remained unsolved for decades until it was linked to the Golden State Killer, a notorious criminal responsible for multiple crimes across California. Advances in DNA technology eventually helped identify the ransacker, contributing to the broader understanding of serial crimes in the region.