Jeffrey Dahmer
Serial killer, criminal psychology case study
Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer (May 21, 1960 – November 28, 1994) was an American serial killer and sex offender who committed the murder of 17 people between 1978 and 1991. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dahmer's childhood was marked by social isolation and disturbing behavioral patterns that escalated into violent crimes. His victims were predominantly young men and boys, many from marginalized communities. Dahmer was arrested in 1991 after attempting to lure a potential victim, and his subsequent confession revealed the gruesome details of his crimes, including necrophilia and cannibalism. He was convicted of 16 murders in Wisconsin and received a 17th conviction in Ohio. Dahmer's case became a landmark in criminal psychology and forensic investigation, highlighting failures in law enforcement and raising critical questions about institutional oversight. He was killed in prison in 1994. His legacy remains one of the most studied criminal cases in American history, featured extensively in documentaries, books, and popular media.
Historical Figure
American
1960
1994
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Germanic origin
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