Walter Gilmour

About the Author

Walter Gilmour is a seasoned investigative journalist and author renowned for his unflinching examinations of true crime and human darkness. With a career spanning decades in Alaska's rugged frontiers, Gilmour has delved into the most harrowing cases, blending meticulous research with gripping narrative to expose the underbelly of society. His seminal work, 'Butcher, Baker: The True Account of an Alaskan Serial Killer,' chronicles the chilling pursuit of Robert Hansen, a seemingly ordinary man who terrorized the Last Frontier in the 1970s and 1980s. Drawing from exclusive interviews, court records, and personal encounters, Gilmour's writing illuminates the psychological toll on victims, investigators, and communities alike. A native Alaskan, he continues to advocate for justice through his evocative storytelling, reminding readers of the fragile line between civilization and savagery.