You’ve likely never heard of him, but Russia’s ‘Rostov Ripper’, Andrei Chikatilo is arguably the most brutal serial killer in the annals of criminal history. Examining just how a meek, scared little boy turned into one of the most gruesome and bloodthirsty psychopaths of all time is fascinating, repulsive, and necessary all at once if we don’t want this kind of history … [Read more...] about Andrei Chikatilo, The Rostov Ripper
Serial Killer
Serial Killer Jeffrey Dahmer, The Milwaukee Monster
Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer also known as the Milwaukee monster was a notorious American serial killer and sexual offender in the 1980s and early 1990s. Across states his surname is actually synonymous with monster and with good reason. His victims were usually raped, tortured, dismembered. Jeffrey was a troubled child psychologically and his social skills had a lot to be desired. … [Read more...] about Serial Killer Jeffrey Dahmer, The Milwaukee Monster
Inside the FBI Files: 10 CLASSIFIED PIECES of EVIDENCE from TED BUNDY Investigation
Many experts believe Ted Bundy's killing spree spanned decades. During his reign of terror, Bundy was able to elude police for years, escape prison twice and even earn special celebrity-like treatment while awaiting trial. Look at the photos to examine key pieces of evidence Bundy's FBI file. Disturbing Items inside the infamous VW Beetle Ted Bundy was arrested in 1975 … [Read more...] about Inside the FBI Files: 10 CLASSIFIED PIECES of EVIDENCE from TED BUNDY Investigation
Strategy Games and Serial Killers
I have played chess with a serial killer. It was interesting to watch how his moves mimicked how he'd hunted victims. When he had the advantage, he gloated, and when he captured one of my pieces, he was "taking blood". He liked to suggest strategies and he focused on winning, which sometimes undermined him. (That's also how he got caught.) This got me to thinking about other … [Read more...] about Strategy Games and Serial Killers
Serial Killers and the essential Role of Fantasy
After many years of research, the Behavioral Science Unit of the FBI has concluded that serial killers program themselves inchildhood to become murderers through a progressively intensifying loop of fantasy. The definition of fantasy in this context is an elaborate mental thought with great preoccupation that is anchored in the daydreaming process. Fantasy can be experienced … [Read more...] about Serial Killers and the essential Role of Fantasy