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'Son of Sam' killer writes of remorse, 30 years later

Thirty years ago, columnist Jimmy Breslin received a letter from a serial killer terrorizing the city: "Hello from the gutters of N.Y.C., which are filled with dog manure, vomit, stale wine, urine, and blood," the letter began.

Last week, amNewYork received a letter from the same sender, although the tone was markedly different: "I am deeply sorry for the pain and grief I have brought to...

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