What to know about serial killer Ted Bundy and his rampage of violence

Ted Bundy's violent spree spanned at least four years, leaving dozens of victims, including at least 30 women and girls killed

Ted Bundy's rampage of violence spanned at least four years and left dozens of victims behind, including at least 30 women and girls who were killed — and several others who escaped or survived despite serious injuries.

Though the serial killer has been dead for nearly 40 years, the tally of his confirmed victims continues to grow as DNA testing has advanced. A Utah sheriff confirmed Wednesday that Bundy was responsible for the unsolved death of a Utah teen in 1974. The office expected another cold case would also be “close to closure” soon thanks to the creation of Bundy's full DNA profile, Utah County sheriff’s Sgt. Mike Reynolds said.

Bundy is one of the most prolific serial killers in United States history — though others likely had higher total victim counts, including Gary Ridgway, who admitted to killing 49; Samuel Little, who killed more than 60; and Donald Harvey who pleaded guilty to killing 37 people.

Bundy drew widespread fascination, in part because many considered him to be charming and handsome at his 1979 trial.

Here are some things to know about Bundy and his crimes.