"He's My Hero" - Gilgo Beach Killer's Wife Defends Rex Heuermann Despite DNA on Bodies | Psychologist Reacts

In this deeply disturbing analysis of the Peacock documentary, psychotherapist Shavaun Scott and I decode the most baffling true crime mystery: How did Rex Heuermann's family NOT KNOW he was allegedly the Long Island Serial Killer?
We examine Asa Ellerup's shocking devotion to her husband despite DNA evidence linking him to seven murders. From her declaration that "he's my hero" to her bizarre claim that saying "I love you" would hurt him, we explore the psychological phenomenon of "negative hallucination" - not seeing what's right in front of you.

Key revelations include:

The secret room with a steel door that even his wife couldn't enter
Why Rex was present 90% of the time but killed during the 10% when family was away
How he chose a vulnerable, submissive partner who wouldn't question him
Victoria Heuermann's evolution from defender to believing he's "most likely" guilty
The disturbing prison phone calls where Asa still lights up hearing his voice
Why trauma bonding can survive even murder charges

This isn't just about the Gilgo Beach murders - it's about how predators select and manipulate their own families, creating expanding circles of trauma. We explore cognitive dissonance, compartmentalization, and the psychology of denial in one of the most complex true crime cases of our time.

⚠️ Content Warning: Discussion of serial murder, psychological manipulation, and family trauma

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