Saturday, May 7, 2011

The Serial Killer

He lurks in the shadows while watching his prey
Waiting and hoping their death be today
They don’t know the monster... has them in sight
The victim soon down by his power and might

The news said another... had just lost her life
Found by the river… her death by his knife
The doors are now locked and fear seizing all
Police asking questions… please give us a call

Mary Jo Sharpe was another one sought
She fought for her life but she also got caught
Her mother was called a quarter to 10
The killer is loose, will soon strike again

Where is the monster and when will he strike?
Walk with your friends please stay in the light
The stalker is out there he might look for you
If you are his victim he’ll not leave a clue

Bring in the psychics the people do cry!
Maybe they’ll find him… they have a third eye
The monster is laughing he’s taunting the law
Another night out… he’ll strike with his claw

The Killer was caught by Detective Malone
He staked out the alley….he caught him alone
“How did you find me? I never left clues!”
You thought you were clever...I... never lose


© Jon Arno

19 comments:

  1. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 12/17/2011 11:25:00 AM by elizabeth wesley

    "We read of thewse terrible happenings every so often. I can't imagine the horror of confrontataion or the lack of feeling from the predator. You dealt with this in an amazing way Jon. So glad I found you."

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    Commented on 6/21/2011 10:42:00 AM by James Fraser

    "Terrific poem Jon, most deserved of it's win in Miranda's contest, nice one :)"

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    Commented on 6/21/2011 9:53:00 AM by Carol Brown

    "Congratulations on your win in Randa's "Behind Bars Blues" contest Jon. Love, Carol"

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  4. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/18/2011 11:11:00 AM by Carolyn Devonshire

    "Very good, Jon. Hadn't heard about this case before. Is it based on a real killer? The name Mary Jo Sharpe sounds familiar. Congrats on taking first place! Love, Carolyn"

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    Commented on 6/18/2011 10:15:00 AM by Linda-Marie The Sweetheart of P.S.

    "Congrats Jon on your first place win in the contest with this super write luv..."

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    Commented on 6/18/2011 10:10:00 AM by Joyce Johnson

    "This is a first class top of the heap poem and I am glad it was awarded the top award. Good writing and good judging. Congratulations. Love, Joyce"

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  7. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/18/2011 10:09:00 AM by Dr.Ram Mehta

    "My congratulations on the first place win in the contest, Jon"

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  8. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/18/2011 9:38:00 AM by Emma Mantle

    "Congrats on your win. Best wishes Em :)"

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  9. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/18/2011 8:52:00 AM by mike dailey

    "Great win - congrats. Mike"

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  10. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/18/2011 8:30:00 AM by Natalie The Rogue Rhymer

    "Congrats Jon! Very interesting :)"

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  11. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/16/2011 6:31:00 PM by Destroyer ~ Poet

    "Congrats on your feature Jon, enjoyed your write,..p.d."

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  12. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/16/2011 5:58:00 PM by S.Jagathsimhan Nair

    "enjoyed reading."

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  13. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/16/2011 4:28:00 PM by Scarlett Crittenden

    "very nice, i enjoyed your poem. Congratulations, Scarlett."

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  14. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/13/2011 10:54:00 AM by Carol Brown

    "Congratulations on your featured poem this week Jon. Love, Carol "

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  15. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/13/2011 10:24:00 AM by Dr.Ram Mehta

    "My congratulations on your poem being featured this week, Jon"

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  16. Comments on your poem The Serial Killer
    Commented on 6/10/2011 1:55:00 PM by Dr.Ram Mehta

    "What an unique perspective you have to approach the theme of the contest, good luck, Jon"

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  17. Elizabeth Waterhouse No wonder you won the competition Jon this is a really terrific piece of Poetry. Congratulations top stuff!

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  18. Sonya Simmons Good one!
    6 hours ago ·

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  19. Sharon Ruebel Very exciting Jon, nice write!
    6 hours ago ·

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