Ep 3 A Terrifying Journey Into the Mind of a Serial Killer

Delve into the haunting tale of Joel Rifkin, an intelligent but disturbed man who ultimately became one of the most infamous serial killers in the United States. This narrative explores his early life in suburban New York, his struggles with bullying, and the sinister daydreams that later fueled his horrific crimes.

Rifkin was born in New York City in 1959 and was adopted by Bernard and Jeannie Rifkin. Despite possessing an above-average IQ, he struggled with academics and social relationships due to his undiagnosed dyslexia and constant bullying. These struggles escalated in high school, and he retreated further and further into his own dark fantasies.

When Rifkin started community college in 1977, his obsession with sex workers began taking over his life. He would skip classes to roam around Manhattan, searching for sex workers to indulge his fantasies of violence. Despite being in and out of his parents' home and struggling with finances, it wasn't until 1989 that Rifkin's chilling fantasies transitioned into reality.

In gruesome detail, this account details Rifkin's first foray into murder and subsequent heinous acts, outlining his disturbing techniques for hiding the identity of his victims. From his first victim, Susie, to his last, Tiffany , every move of his chilling journey is showcased.

The tale then follows Rifkin's arrest in 1993, his shocking confession, and his trial where he was sentenced to 203 years in prison. Despite several attempts to appeal his conviction, Rifkin currently resides in solitary confinement. Journey into the mind of this chilling criminal and explore the law enforcement efforts that finally put him behind bars.

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