Killer Psyche Dennis Nilsen: The Kindly Killer
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Jul 23, 2024 Explore the chilling life of Dennis Nilsen, a serial killer whose lonely childhood spiraled into brutality. Learn about his disturbing methods and the societal indifference toward his victims. Unravel the psychological complexities behind his acts, including struggles with abandonment. Delve into the gripping courtroom drama of his trial, and touch on unexpected tales of wine fraud illuminating the darker sides of humanity. It’s a blend of horror and insight into the mind of a killer.
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The Sewer Discovery
- In 1983 London, a plumber discovered human remains in the sewer system of an apartment building.
- This led to the uncovering of Dennis Nilsen's murders, a real-life horror scarier than any urban legend.
Nilsen's Modus Operandi
- Dennis Nilsen's murders involved strangulation and drowning, often followed by sexual acts with the deceased.
- He targeted vulnerable young men, primarily runaways and sex workers, whose disappearances attracted less attention.
The Move and Resumption
- Nilsen moved apartments, hoping to curb his killings due to a lack of a garden for body disposal.
- However, he resumed killing and resorted to dismembering and boiling bodies, leading to his discovery.