Hélène Jégado (1803 – 26 February 1852) was a French domestic servant and a serial killer. She is believed to have murdered as many as 36 people over a span of 18 years with arsenic. Early Life and Family Tragedy Hélène Jégado was born in Plouhinec, Brittany, France, in 1803. Her early life was marred … Read more
A Crime that Shocked the Nation In the sleepy suburban area of Birdhurst Rise in Croydon, South London, a crime took place in 1929 that captured the nation’s attention. Driven by jealousy, madness, or something even darker, an assailant entered the home of Percy and Emily Thompson and committed an act that would leave a … Read more
A Tortured Childhood Christiana’s early life was marked by signs of mental instability, which may have been exacerbated by the tragic loss of several siblings during childhood. Some reports suggest that her mother also exhibited signs of mental illness, possibly providing a genetic predisposition. Relationship with Dr. Charles Beard Christiana’s infatuation with Dr. Charles Beard … Read more
The Phantom Killer New Orleans in the early 20th century was a bustling city filled with music, food, and culture. But beneath its vibrant exterior, a shadow was cast by a terrifying series of crimes. Between 1918 and 1919, a mysterious assailant, known as the Mad Axeman, left a bloody trail across the city. This … Read more
The Enigma of Charlotte Corday Charlotte Corday, born in 1768 in France, has become an enduring and complex figure in history. Often referred to as a vigilante driven by madness, her actions and motivations have been analyzed, romanticized, and debated for centuries. The Political Landscape: Corday and the French Revolution Her story is deeply intertwined … Read more
Early Life John Bodkin Adams was born in Randalstown, Northern Ireland, and was raised in a deeply religious Plymouth Brethren family. He studied medicine at Queen’s University Belfast and graduated in 1921. After working in various positions, he moved to Eastbourne in 1922, where he built up his private practice. Patient Relationships Adams’s practice flourished, … Read more
Javed Iqbal: The Case That Shook Lahore Javed Iqbal, also known as the “Monster of Lahore,” was a convicted serial killer whose crimes against children shocked Pakistan and the world. This article will explore Iqbal’s life, his criminal activities, the investigation, trial, and the lasting impact on the community. Background Born in 1961 in Lahore, … Read more
Henri Désiré Landru, known as the “Bluebeard of Gambais” or “The Poisoner.” Landru was a notorious French serial killer who targeted women during World War I. Early Life Henri Désiré Landru was born on April 12, 1869, in Paris, France. Raised in a working-class family, he showed intelligence and charm from a young age. He … Read more
Family BackgroundKatherine Knight was born on October 24, 1955, in Tenterfield, New South Wales. Her family background was chaotic, marked by dysfunction and violence. Her mother, Barbara Roughan, was married to Jack Roughan and had four sons before beginning an adulterous relationship with Ken Knight, a coworker of her husband. Barbara and Ken eventually moved … Read more
Early Life: Richard Ramirez was born on February 29, 1960, in El Paso, Texas, the youngest of five children in a Mexican-American family. His father was a former policeman, known for his temper. Richard suffered from epileptic seizures and head injuries as a child, leading to difficulties in school. An older cousin, Miguel, a decorated … Read more