Raymond
Pingitore is a detective in the Johnston Police Department (Rhode Island) where he has served
for twenty-five years. In 1992, he earned his detective badge and currently works
in the major crimes division. A graduate of Roger Williams University, Raymond Pingitore holds a Masters Degree in Criminal
Justice. He is the co-author of Thrill Killers: A True Story of Innocence and Murder Without Conscience.
Raymond
Pingitore’s co-author is Paul Lonardo. Paul Lonardo comes from a varied
educational background, with an AS in mortuary science and a BA in English from the University of Rhode Island. He is the
author of numerous short fiction and a previous novel.
According
to the book description of Thrill Killers:
A True Story of Innocence and Murder Without Conscience, “This riveting tale of true crime and the perseverance
of justice grips and enthralls the reader from start to finish. In 2000, in Providence, Rhode Island, two college students
— Amy Shute and Jason Burgeson — were approached by a group of men. Forced into the backseat and driven to a remote
location, they were murdered when one of the perpetrators realized the students had seen his face. Long after the initial
crime, Detective Raymond Pingitore Jr. and the families of both victims embarked on a remarkable crusade to bring the killers
to justice.”
One reader of Thrill
Killers: A True Story of Innocence and Murder Without Conscience said,
“The authors of this book most certainly did their research on this horrific event. Anyone who lives in RI or Massachusetts
will remember this crime as it touched all of us. The author(s) did a wonderful job capturing the emotional impact these senseless
murders had not only to their families/friends but to the detective on the scene. I felt a connection to not only Amy &
Jason, but to the detective as well and although I knew the ending, I did not visualize the many details found in this book
until I read the book. No other publication brought this story to true form the way Thrill Killers did. I recommend this book
to anyone who reads true crime stories to not only understand a piece of the sick puzzle, but, to also feel a connection to
the innocent people forever affected by evil senselessness.”
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One reader of Thrill
Killers: A True Story of Innocence and Murder Without Conscience said,
“One of the best true crime books I've read in years. Thrill Killers tells the story of a small town police department
and a tragic high profile double murder. The lead detective puts the reader in his head and into the criminal investigation
and trials of five murderers. The senseless act is made all the more real as the book delves beyond the dramatic headlines
and introduces the reader to the two victims and their families. As you read the book, the connection you feel toward them
will provoke strong emotions. Even if you wanted to put this one down, you won't be able to.”
About the Johnston Police DepartmentThe Town of Johnston
(Rhode Island) was founded in 1759. Currently, approximately 28, 000 people live in the town. The Johnston
Police Department is located at 1651 Atwood Avenue. According to the Chief of Police, “The Mission
of the Johnston Police Department is to fulfill the Law Enforcement needs of the Community with the highest degree of fairness,
professionalism and integrity and to protect the rights of the people of their lives in freedom and safety. All Employees
shall perform their respective patrol, investigative and support functions to the best of their ability.”
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