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it almost seemed like niall would get away with it.

he was caught four months later, after a neighbor's security camera footage was reviewed and the suspects narrowed down.

he was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole. he died at 56, after sudden cardiac arrest.

his crimes did not go unnoticed, however. he became known as the "paint killer," after his costume, and it sparked three similar murders to be committed.

niall never regretted a thing.

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