"Serial Killer" Whale Charged in Woman's Death

ORLANDO, FL -- The killer whale Tilikum has been formally charged in the murder of his trainer at Seaworld.  At least nine witnesses have come forward and agreed to testify in what some are calling Tilikum's 'latest' murder.

Tilikum, who - like many whales - has only one name, has been linked to at least two other murders and DNA checks are being performed on cold cases throughout the city.  "This gruesome crime was boldly perpetrated in the middle of the day, in full view of dozens of witnesses" Police Detective Andrew Griffith was quoted as saying.  So far, Tilikum has not admitted or denied guilt and, in fact, "has said nothing about the crime."

He is reportedly being held without bond in his own tank and has been assigned a public defender.