Rex Heuermann, accused Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect, expected to plead guilty

Live Breaking Rex Heuermann, accused Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect, expected to plead guilty By Jesse Zanger Jesse Zanger Managing Editor, CBS New York Jesse Zanger is the managing editor of CBSNewYork.com. Jesse has previously worked for the Fox News Channel and Spectrum News NY1. He covers regional news around the Tri-State Area, with a particular focus on breaking news and extreme weather. Read Full Bio Jesse Zanger Updated on: April 8, 2026 / 7:31 AM EDT / CBS New York Add CBS News on Google Rex Heuermann, the man accused of killing seven women between 1993 and 2011, is expected to change his plea to guilty when he appears in court on Long Island Wednesday. CBS News New York will provide extended live coverage throughout the day as events unfold.   The Gilgo Beach case so far: Rex Heuermann was arrested in 2023 in the murders of Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Costello. He was later charged with the murders of Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Sandra Costilla, Jessica Taylor, and Valerie Mack.The crimes date back to 1993, prosecutors said. Heuermann, 62, has previously pleaded not guilty and has said through his attorney he was looking forward to his day in court. Prosecutors said Heuermann's DNA was linked to hairs found on or near the remains of the victims.  Heuermann is expected enter the guilty plea when court begins at 11 a.m. A news conference by the DA and family members of victims is expected at 2 p.m.  New Updates   Updated 26m ago More information about Rex Heuermann Rex Heuermann, 62, grew up on Long Island. He attended Berner High School and lived in Massapequa Park.Neighbors there were stunned when police swooped in to make their arrest at the house where, neighbors said, Heuermann grew up with his parents and brother. Heuermann was married at the time of his arrest and has a daughter. A neighbor described Heuerm...