This site is not intended to harm, engulf or entertain anyone.

It is about a tragic case of real-life murder.

Many have said to me that they don't understand the fascination with The Black Dahlia. That there are cases much more interesting. And they're right. I am not obsessed with Elizabeth Short's murder. I'm not obsessed with The Black Dahlia. I am obsessed with the study of murder in all aspects, on more of an educational level than anything. I don't find crime scenes (in photographic detail or real-life) to be appetizing, but engrossing because of the severity of it all.

When it comes to fascination, Russell Miller's article seems to sum it up.

I've written about murder, watched the aftermath of murder, attended murder trials, studied murdered cases and read hundreds of scenarios and cases about murder all in itself, professionally and personally. With all this, I vary my daily reading style by mixing in a little fiction reading. Ironically, it's usually thriller and mystery novels, by the likes of Faye Kellerman, Patricia Cornwell, John Sanford and even a little Ruth Rendell.

The Black Dahlia Web Site, hopefully, is just a beginning of the delve into true case histories, solved or unsolved. I recommend you set aside a little time, and delve into each aspect. You're likely to gain a great deal of knowledge. If not just about the Black Dahlia and its surrounding factors, but also about crimes like this in general.

The case of Elizabeth Short is so gruesome, yet so intriguing, it, at times, seems like a piece of fiction. I assure you, it is not.

What you view here is either real (noted as such) or speculative by visitors or myself (noted as such). Comments are always welcome. Anonymity is considered on individual basis (discretion and permission used).

Anyone wanting to share opinions, facts, graphics, photos or actual case information is welcome - anything and everything will be considered.

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Pamela Hazelton, Webmaster, etc.

Ms. Hazelton was named as an honorary member of the LA GRIM SOCIETY, for her efforts on The Black Dahlia Web Site.