The Cannibal of Guerrero: Learn about his dark story in Crímenes de Terror

• «The Cannibal of Guerrero» Case Revisited
• Arrested in 2007 for Murder and Dismemberment
• Found Dead in His Cell Amid Suspicions of Suicide or Homicide

The latest episode of Crímenes de Terror brings back the chilling story of José Luis Calva Zepeda, a name synonymous with horror in Mexico.

Known as «El Caníbal de la Guerrero» (The Cannibal of Guerrero), Calva Zepeda proclaimed himself a writer and poet.

In 2007, he was accused of murdering and dismembering multiple women, gaining notoriety when human remains were discovered in his Mexico City apartment.

His story will be featured in the podcast’s second season, which delves into the cases of history’s most infamous killers.

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Calva Zepeda’s early life was marked by profound trauma.

His father died when he was two years old, and he was raised by an abusive mother who subjected him to constant mistreatment.

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At six, he ran away from home, starting a life marred by drug abuse and petty crime.

These events contributed to the mental disorders, including bipolar disorder, that later defined his psychological profile.

On October 8, 2007, police found the dismembered body of Alejandra Galeana in Calva Zepeda’s apartment.

Parts of her body were stored in the refrigerator, while an arm had been cooked in a frying pan.

Although Calva denied practicing cannibalism, evidence such as a plate with remains and lime suggested otherwise.

He was arrested after attempting to escape by jumping out of a window, sustaining minor injuries.

Calva Zepeda was also linked to the murders of two other women: an ex-girlfriend and a sex worker, both dismembered in a similar manner.

His connection to sadomasochism was documented by a former girlfriend.

Calva wrote extensively about disturbing topics, including cannibalism and violent sexual encounters.

This further added to his unsettling profile.

On December 11, 2007, José Luis Calva was found dead in his cell at Reclusorio Oriente.

Authorities reported that he died by hanging in an apparent suicide, but his family claimed he was tortured and murdered.

Letters he left behind and his alleged excitement about publishing a book raised doubts about the circumstances of his death.

These factors fueled theories that he may have been the victim of homicide.

Calva Zepeda’s only known work, Instintos Caníbales o 12 Días (Cannibal Instincts or 12 Days), was never published and remains missing.

This novel was a collection of poems on dark themes.

It featured an image of Hannibal Lecter on its cover, reflecting his macabre influences.

The manuscript, confiscated by police, has not been seen since.

In the upcoming episode of Crímenes de Terror, journalist José Luis Montenegro will unravel the details of Calva Zepeda’s case, from his troubled childhood to his psychological profile.

Available on Óyenos Audio, the podcast specializes in exploring the darkest aspects of serial killers.

This episode promises an in-depth look at the man behind the moniker «The Cannibal Poet.»

Listeners will gain insight into the evidence that incriminated him in his heinous crimes.

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