A survivor of a notorious serial killer bravely recounted her harrowing experience to the public. Holly Dunn endured a traumatic attack that left physical scars healed but emotional wounds lingering. At 21, Holly faced a life-threatening situation that tragically claimed her boyfriend’s life and nearly took hers as well.
In 1997, Holly encountered the infamous serial killer Angel Maturino Resendiz, who raped her and left her beside her boyfriend’s lifeless body after a party near their college campus in Lexington. During a chilling encounter on the railway tracks, Resendiz tied up Holly and her boyfriend, leading to a violent and terrifying ordeal.
Holly managed to free herself partially as Resendiz attacked her boyfriend, but she became a victim of assault and violence herself. Despite enduring severe injuries and losing consciousness, Holly miraculously survived the brutal assault. Her courage and determination helped her escape and seek help, leading to her eventual recovery after spending days in the hospital.
The lack of a national DNA database hindered the initial investigation, but a breakthrough came when DNA evidence linked Resendiz to another murder. Following a nationwide manhunt and media coverage, Resendiz surrendered and faced trial. Holly’s testimony played a crucial role in securing Resendiz’s conviction for multiple murders, ultimately leading to his execution in 2006.
Resendiz’s confession before his execution revealed the extent of his crimes, shedding light on a spree that claimed the lives of numerous victims across multiple states. Holly’s bravery in facing her attacker in court and seeking justice not only brought closure for herself and her late boyfriend but also served as a voice for other victims of Resendiz’s heinous acts.