"Not 1 but 16 Killed"… US Criminal Suddenly Admits Additional Crimes During Investigation

Sean Lannon (47), arrested on one count of murder
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[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Eun-young] A man arrested on charges of killing one person in New Jersey, USA, confessed during the investigation that he had killed a total of 16 people, claiming to be a serial killer. The police plan to continue additional investigations into his other crimes.

According to the British daily The Guardian on the 20th (local time), during the bail hearing of Sean Lennon (47) held at a New Jersey court on the 19th, the prosecution stated, "Contrary to initial reports, Lennon confessed to killing not one but a total of 16 people."

Earlier, on the 17th, Lennon was arrested and detained on charges of breaking into the home of New Jersey resident Michael Dabkowski (66) and killing him. Lennon allegedly struck Dabkowski with a blunt weapon, causing his death, then stole his car and fled before being apprehended by the police.

Lennon claimed that Dabkowski had sexually abused him in the past and took photos of the crime, and that he went to Dabkowski's house to retrieve those photos, which led to the crime.

However, during the investigation, authorities began to suspect Lennon’s involvement not only in this crime but also in the case last week where a vehicle containing four bodies was found at Albuquerque International Airport in New Mexico. Among the discovered bodies was Lennon’s ex-wife.

The prosecution revealed that Lennon stated he killed Dabkowski, the four bodies found at Albuquerque International Airport, and an additional 11 people. They also reported that Lennon lured victims to his home, killed them, and in some cases, dismembered parts of their bodies.

The prosecution said, "Lennon admitted to killing 15 people in New Mexico and one person in New Jersey, totaling 16 victims," and added, "We understand that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is supporting the New Mexico authorities' investigation."

Currently, Lennon is on trial in New Jersey for the murder of Dabkowski. He has not been indicted in New Mexico.

At the New Jersey bail hearing, Lennon’s defense attorney claimed, "Lennon did not break into Dabkowski’s house but entered with permission, and Dabkowski attacked first that day," asserting self-defense.

The court accepted the prosecution’s argument that Lennon poses a serious risk to the community and denied his bail. The police continue to seek evidence regarding his claim of killing an additional 11 people.

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