Join true crime author Zachary Ford as he explores mysterious unsolved murders from Northern Virginia's past and discusses his book, True crime Northern Virginia in the '50s & '60s.

About the Author

Zachary Ford is a historical true crime author and researcher focused on the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Through his website, DMV True Crime, he shares his ongoing research into forgotten or overlooked criminal cases from the mid-20th century.

Ford’s first book, True Crime Northern Virginia – The 1950s and 60s, delves into notable cases from that era. His second book, Murder at the National Cathedral and Other Historic D.C. Crimes, was released on January 28, 2025. This work explores a 1944 murder at the National Cathedral’s library building, which led to a U.S. Supreme Court case, along with other cases from the 1930s through the 1950s. 

Ford’s blog features detailed posts on cases such as the 1964 Charles Fitzmaurice murder, the unsolved 1979 killing of Debbie Anwyll in Chantilly, and Depression-era criminal activity. His work is characterized by meticulous archival research and a commitment to uncovering stories that have been lost to time.

Readers interested in historical true crime from the DMV area can explore his writings and updates at dmvtruecrime.com