Sande fortællinger: seriemordere og drabsmænd

Psykolog Florence McLean går tæt på nogle af de værste seriemordere i verden og beskriver, hvordan en ’criminal profiler’ arbejder. Hun fortæller bl.a. om geografisk profilering, viktimologi og gerningsstedsanalyse og giver eksempler fra de forskellige sager. I bogen gør hun os klogere på, hvad der skaber seriemordere. Ifølge Florence McLean er de ikke født onde, men har været udsat for traumatiserende oplevelser. Og når vi forstår, hvad der får mennesker til at begå grusomme handlinger, bliver vi bedre til at forhindre dem. Udgivelsen er en storskrift-udgave til svagsynede i serien MAGNUMBØGER Lindhardt og Ringhof.

EDGAR AWARD FINALIST • “A true-crime masterpiece written by a cold-case-cracking master.”—John Douglas, New York Times bestselling co-author of Mindhunter“Barbara Rae-Venter isn’t just the genealogy expert who helped capture the Golden State Killer—she’s an unsung hero who has given murdered women and children their faces and names back.”—Maureen Callahan, New York Times bestselling author of American Predator “Echoes the dedication displayed by such fictional police detectives as California novelist Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch.”—The Wall Street Journal For twelve years the Golden State Killer terrorized California, stalking victims and killing without remorse. Then he simply disappeared, for the next forty-four years, until an amateur DNA sleuth opened her laptop. In I Know Who You Are, Barbara Rae-Venter reveals how she went from researching her family history as a retiree to hunting for a notorious serial killer—and how she became the nation’s leading authority on investigative genetic genealogy, the most dazzling new crime-fighting weapon to appear in decades. Rae-Venter shares haunting, often thrilling accounts of how she helped solve some of America’s most chilling cold cases in the span of just three years, frequently starting with little more than a DNA sample. She brings readers inside her unique “grasshopper mind” as she pores through obituaries, marriage records, and old newspaper articles. Readers join in on urgent calls with sheriffs, FBI agents, and district attorneys as she details the struggle to obtain usable crime scene DNA samples, until, finally, a critical piece of the puzzle clicks into place. I Know Who You Are captures both the exhilaration of these discoveries and the deep-rooted emotions that linger around cold cases. It is a story of relentless curiosity and reinvention, and of human beings striving to answer the most elemental questions about themselves: What defines identity? Where do we belong? And are we truly who we think we are?

Take a spine-chilling journey through the world of notorious serial killers in 'S is for Serial Killers' - an ABC book (for adults!) that will leave you in stitches."S is for Serial Killers" is an illustrated picture book for adults that takes readers on a chilling journey through the world of serial killers from A to Z. Written by Marie Lestrange, author of the popular "T is for Torture," this book is a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by the darker side of human nature. Each letter of the alphabet is dedicated to a different serial killer, from notorious figures like Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer to lesser-known but equally disturbing murderers. The book includes detailed illustrations and descriptions of each killer's crimes, as well as insights into their twisted minds and motivations. Whether you're a true crime buff or just looking for a spine-tingling read, "S is for Serial Killers" is sure to satisfy. With its unique blend of art and true crime, this book is a one-of-a-kind addition to any collection. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey into the minds of some of the world's most notorious killers. Order your copy of "S is for Serial Killers" today and discover the dark side of the human psyche.

Murder the Whistleblower is a deep-dive into the American government. This true crime story details an attempt to murder the author by his fiancée, her lawyer, and corrupt government agents. Just how far will those in positions of power go to silence those with knowledge of their illegal deeds?

Warren township in the southern portion of Herkimer County has been the scene of more than one gruesome event. In January 1885, locals reeled in horror when disgruntled wife Roxalana Druse shot her husband and dismembered his corpse to incinerate it in a farm house stove. Her trial and hanging was followed up in May of 1901 with two murders in yet another farm house kitchen. John C. Wallis had allowed his ex-wife Arvilla to return home, one year after running off with hired farm hand Ben Hoyt. Wallis then rehired Hoyt and within months both Ben Hoyt and Arvilla Wallis were dead. Did Ben Hoyt murder Arvilla in cold blood or did John C. Wallis kill both of them? Author James M. Greiner investigates a mysterious case of marriage, infidelity and multiple murders in turn of the century Herkimer County.

The murder of the television presenter Jill Dando shocked Britain in 1999. But who really killed her? Was it a professional hitman or a disturbed stalker? Was it a Serb hit squad? Was it an establishment conspiracy? There are certainly no shortage of theories. In this book we shall attempt to solve this mystery once and for all.

Join me in exploring some of the most heinous crimes known to man in Unbelievable Crimes Volume Six.In this installment, I'll cover the story of a female spree killer, whose lust for blood saw her take the lives of three men - and try to murder two more unsuspecting victims. The purpose of her crimes? In her own words, it was for "fun."I'll also delve into a most frustrating crime - a cold case dating back to 1968 - where a teen girl was mercilessly murdered by an unknown assailant. While I find cold cases frustrating due to the lack of closure they bring, crimes as horrific as this ought to be dredged up from the archives of true crime. To forget them is to abandon hope of the killer being brought to justice.Come with me to 1970s Texas to learn about the shocking serial killer known as "The Pied Piper." This criminal sought teenage boys to carry out his wicked crimes and even enlisted the help of a teenager to lure youngsters to his home. What would then occur in his house of horrors is nothing short of nightmarish. The ending to this case is comparible with a twisted horror movie.Then there's a disturbing story emanating from Wales. The man in this case lured his victim back to a hotel room before barbarically attacking her. The hotel owner heard the screams coming from room seven, so she unlocked the door only to be greeted with an awfully bloody sight. The panicked woman raced to call the police, screaming down the phone, "He's eating her."Join me in understanding more about these crimes, as well as six more lesser-known cases, in Unbelievable Crimes Volume Six. As with all content covering true crime, this book contains descriptions of violence, assaults, and murder.

This historical account is based on the memories and stories of two successful men, both on the side of law enforcement and prosecution. The first is a detective for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) Gang Unit, (SEB) Special Enforcement Bureau and Homicide (Charles Araujo), and the other is a tenacious Deputy District Attorney (James Jacobs), who later became a Reserve (LASD) Deputy Sheriff. Together, they changed the course of prosecution and conviction of a notorious criminal element, namely violent street gangs who were infecting the communities of Los Angeles County.Their story takes place during the 1970s through 1983. It includes some of the cases they worked during that timeframe. Names have been changed in some cases, except where permission has been granted by the identified individuals. We also received permission for various articles to be republished throughout, and they appear at the end of this book.Their paths intersected in the massive population of Los Angeles, and amazingly resulted in what has come to be known as "Vertical Gang Prosecution."

"YOU ARE NOT ALWAYS WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE..."Samuel Adeniyi-Jones, a rich and successful casanova, leads a simple life of playing hard and working even harder. His utopia morphs into hell on the night an assassin narrowly misses an attempt on his life, whisking his world into turmoil.Every day leaves Samuel with new shocking discoveries and suspects. Faced with the risk of losing the few things he holds dear, he sets off on a journey to confront and undo his past mistakes - all while trying to unearth the identity and motivation of a determined, resourceful killer who would stop at nothing to see him dead.

The Milwaukee detective who interrogated the notorious serial killer shares a vivid chronicle of what was revealed during the weeks-long encounter. In the late hours of July 22, 1991, Detective Patrick ';Pat' Kennedy of the Milwaukee Police Department was asked to respond to a possible homicide. Little did he know that he would soon be delving into the dark mind of one of Americas most notorious serial killers, the ';Milwaukee Cannibal' Jeffrey Dahmer. As the media clamored for details, Kennedy spent the next six weeks, sixteen hours a day, locked in an interrogation room with Dahmer. There the thirty-one-year-old killer described in lurid detail how he lured several young men to his apartment where he strangled, sexually assaulted, dismembered, and in some cases, cannibalized his victims. In Grilling Dahmer,Kennedy takes readers inside the mind of evil as he patiently, meticulously, listens to unspeakable horrors.

This case is regularly profiled on television and discused extensively on the internet. It is unsolved and mysterious. For years the exact circumstances of the case were debated. Can and will it be solved? As forensics science advances the avenue may open up. In the meantime the case lingers on. This book explores the variables of the case in easy to understand and relate to format. If you like true crime or unsolved mysteries you will relate to this review.

Dead Pretty 1977 - Six student nurses embark on their nurse training at Harlow Wood Orthopaedic Hospital. They are young, excited and soon develop a strong friendship bond within their cohort. But there is a predator amongst them. A man that takes great delight in killing young, pretty girls. He's done it before. He watches their movements to decide which one is next. And then he kills for the thrill. A student disappears - quickly followed by another. There are no leads, no evidence, and no bodies. He's clever. But is he as astute as he thinks he is?

In August, 2023, Lucy Letby was sentenced to life imprisonment with a whole life order, the most severe sentence possible under English law. Only three other female criminals had ever received a whole life order - Myra Hindley, Rose West, and Joanna Dennehy. How did a smiling, happy young nurse from Hereford end up with Dennehy, Hindley, and Rose West in a little exclusive club of evil? Lucy Letby - The Complete Story provides a comprehensive overview of this awful case - including extensive coverage of what became the longest murder trial in Britain.

After the heartbreaking loss of her own father, the youngest daughter, Mary, found a replacement in Reverend Jim Jones. But as a member of his Peoples Temple in California, she soon became overworked, underfed, and was beaten. Meanwhile, her family back home watched helplessly as she slowly disappeared into Jim Jones's clutches. Then, just as her parents' generation once searched for a better life in a new country, Mary moved with her young family to Guyana. Jonestown: An American Family Tragedy tells this story. It also includes Jim Jones's personal history, his rise to enormous power, and his catastrophic downfall that left 913 people dead. Readers will learn about life inside Jonestown, its gradual decline, and the truth of November 18, 1978: it was murder, not suicide. Nevertheless, many people today remain attracted to charismatic leaders promising a better life. Yet often these same leaders can often wind up harming them instead: Jonestown still holds a lesson.

«Éste es apenas un rincón de la anomalía de México, un país roto, con más de 30 mil desaparecidos en su geografía.» -BLANCHE PETRICH Este libro documenta las desapariciones de al menos diez adolescentes —todas estudiantes, con el futuro por delante— en la zona de Ecatepec y Los Reyes Tecámac, en el Estado de México. Lydiette Carrión narra con vértigo la odisea de los padres para encontrar a sus hijas; la precariedad de las investigaciones, realizadas por un sistema policiaco laberíntico, corrupto, criminal y altamente ineficaz, y la estigmatización que sufren las víctimas aún en la muerte. Esta edición actualizada incluye nuevos capítulos que no sólo amplían lo que se conoce de los casos expuestos, sino que narran la captura y confesión en 2018 de Juan Carlos y Patricia, quienes fueron vinculados a proceso por el feminicidio de varias jóvenes. Si bien esta nueva edición muestra que la lucha de las familias de las víctimas ha resultado determinante para obtener justicia, La fosa de agua deja en claro que no todo está resuelto. Sigue cuestionando la poca o nula investigación contra servidores públicos que fueron omisos, y otros de los que hubo indicios de complicidad; así como esta crisis humanitaria de grandes proporciones en la que vivimos.ENGLISH DESCRIPTION“This is barely a corner of Mexico’s anomaly, a broken country with over 30 thousand people missing on its geography.”—BLANCHE PETRICH This book documents the disappearances of at least ten young girls—all students, with their futures ahead of them—in the area of Ecatepec and Los Reyes Tecámac, in the State of Mexico. Lydiette Carrión narrates the parents’ dizzying odyssey to find their daughters, the precariousness of the investigations, conducted by a labyrinthine, corrupt, criminal, and highly inefficient police system, and the stigmatization the victims suffer even in death.   This updated edition includes new chapters that not only add to what we know about the cases, but tell of the capture and confession of Juan Carlos and Patricia in 2018, both connected to several murders of young women. As this new edition shows the victims' families struggle crucial to achieving justice, The Water Pit makes it clear that not everything is solved. They are still questioning—with little to no investigation—the public servants who were neglectful, those who displayed evidence of complicity, as well as the humanitarian crisis of huge proportions in which we now currently live.

The Rest of the [true crime] StoryThe series of cases recounted deal with some of the most horrendous crimes committed in Canada and elsewhere. However, in telling these stories, the author takes a deeper dive into exploring why they were perpetrated and what happened to the perpetrator thereafter. It is also a telling indictment of the processes used to convict and punish persons accused of criminal acts. What happens when the criminal justice system gets it wrong and an innocent person is wrongly convicted? What if the public's desire for retribution turns the convicted criminal into a monster? Have we sacrificed public safety for our desire for vengeance?The stories told here, besides being true accounts, represent a different perspective on true crime narratives. We have the opportunity to get into the heads of the people convicted of crimes and discover their motivations - a perspective rarely advanced in true crime literature.Author John L. Hill is a lawyer who has defended some of Canada's most notorious criminals and also worked for the release of persons wrongly convicted. He is a triple graduate of Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario holding an Honours B.A. and M.A. in political science and a J.D. from the law school. He earned an LL.M. in Constitutional Law from Osgoode Hall law school in Toronto. He has practiced and taught criminal and correctional law at the university level for 40 years. He has lectured internationally on prison law topics and is a columnist on criminal law matters for Law 360 Canada.