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Question
Why do we fetishize serial killers?
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Serial killers are human

Before becoming criminals, serial killers live typical lives. Even when they kill people, they have jobs, families, and live among the general public. When they are caught, people are often surprised that they were criminals.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. Serial killers live like regular people
    People can’t spot a serial killer off the street. Serial killers often live normal lives among people.
  2. Serial killers' pasts cause people to empathize with them
    Serial killers often have bad pasts or childhoods. Because they have had hard lives, people feel sorry for them.