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Wayne Henry Garrison seemed like an ordinary guy. He ran a small business in Tulsa, Oklahoma. But behind closed doors, he hid a horrifying secret. His name became infamous in the late ‘90s for crimes so gruesome they shocked even seasoned investigators.
A Troubled Past
Garrison’s criminal history started long before his most infamous crime. In the 1970s, when he was just a teenager, he was suspected in the deaths of two young boys. However, police couldn’t gather enough evidence to convict him. He walked free, but suspicions lingered for decades.
The Crime That Exposed the Monster
In 1996, the disappearance of 15-year-old Justin Wiles shattered his family. He was last seen with Garrison, who had invited him to hang out. When Justin never returned home, suspicion fell on Garrison once again.
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Days later, authorities made a grisly discovery. Justin’s dismembered remains were found in a lake near Tulsa. The body had been meticulously cut apart, revealing a disturbing level of precision. Investigators knew they were dealing with someone who had done this before.
The Investigation Unfolds
Detectives quickly turned their focus to Garrison. He had a history of violence and was the last person seen with Justin. They searched his home and found chilling evidence—blood traces and cutting tools that matched the injuries on Justin’s body.
Forensic experts worked tirelessly to piece together the case. The evidence was overwhelming. In 1999, Garrison was arrested and charged with Justin’s murder.
Justice Finally Served
In court, prosecutors painted a terrifying picture of a man who had likely killed before. This time, they had solid proof. The jury didn’t take long to reach a verdict—guilty. Garrison received a life sentence, ensuring he would never harm another innocent victim again.
A Legacy of Horror
To this day, many believe Garrison was responsible for more deaths. His early crimes remain unsolved, but the pattern is undeniable. Some wonder how many lives could have been saved if authorities had caught him sooner.
Wayne Henry Garrison’s case serves as a haunting reminder—sometimes, monsters hide in plain sight. His arrest brought justice for Justin, but the full extent of his crimes may never be known.
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Lisa Crow contributed to this article. She is a true crime junkie and lifestyle blogger based in Waco, Texas. Lisa is the Head of Content at Gigi’s Ramblings and Southern Bred True Crime Junkie. She spends her free time traveling when she can and making memories with her large family which consists of six children and fifteen grandchildren.
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