=Forensic psychology may seem like a niche branch of law enforcement, but its contribution over the last few decades cannot be understated. Criminal profilers have helped capture some of the country's worst criminals, as well as prove the innocence of people in several police investigations. Below are some of the biggest criminals ever caught thanks to forensic psychology. Dr. John Denboer.
Ted Bundy: Before news ever broke of Ted Bundy, no one suspected him of heinous acts due to his charisma and personality. A murderer, rapist, and necrophiliac, Bundy confessed to 36 murders while experts believe his victims were more than 100. He was initially arrested after a search of his car revealed to paraphernalia such as ropes, crowbars, a face mask, and handcuffs. Further investigation into the items led law enforcement to link Bundy to his actual crimes. Dr. John Denboer.
John Wayne Gacy: Gacy was a sex offender who murdered at least 33 young men and boys. His arrest came after suspicion and complaints from his neighbors. And while Gacy resorted to an insanity plea during his trial, forensic psychologists proved that his shocking killing spree was indeed premeditated.
Aileen Wuornos: Wuornos' story was the inspiration behind the incredible performance by Charlize Theron in the movie Monster. Wuornos murdered seven men between 1989 and 1990. She claimed that her victims all tried to rape or attempted to rape her, which forced her to defend herself. However, criminal profilers were able to determine the consistent motivation behind Wuornos' killings. Dr. John Denboer.
Theodor Kaczynski: A mathematics prodigy turned recluse, Kaczynski is more known for his moniker, The Unibomber. He would send out homemade explosive devices to random targets for almost two decades. His method was untraceable, and law enforcement had no leads except for the infamous sketch. Kaczynski's undoing came when he sent a 35,000-word manifesto to the several media outlets who published the piece on the advice of criminal profilers. move eventually led to the capture of Kaczynski as it brought forth the first witness who identified the author of the manifesto. Dr. John Denboer .
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John Wayne Gacy: Gacy was a sex offender who murdered at least 33 young men and boys. His arrest came after suspicion and complaints from his neighbors. And while Gacy resorted to an insanity plea during his trial, forensic psychologists proved that his shocking killing spree was indeed premeditated.
Aileen Wuornos: Wuornos' story was the inspiration behind the incredible performance by Charlize Theron in the movie Monster. Wuornos murdered seven men between 1989 and 1990. She claimed that her victims all tried to rape or attempted to rape her, which forced her to defend herself. However, criminal profilers were able to determine the consistent motivation behind Wuornos' killings. Dr. John Denboer.
Theodor Kaczynski: A mathematics prodigy turned recluse, Kaczynski is more known for his moniker, The Unibomber. He would send out homemade explosive devices to random targets for almost two decades. His method was untraceable, and law enforcement had no leads except for the infamous sketch. Kaczynski's undoing came when he sent a 35,000-word manifesto to the several media outlets who published the piece on the advice of criminal profilers. move eventually led to the capture of Kaczynski as it brought forth the first witness who identified the author of the manifesto. Dr. John Denboer .
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