To those who knew someone who committed a crime, did you ever have an inkling that they were capable of such an act? What was your experience?
To those who knew someone who committed a crime, did you ever have an inkling that they were capable of such an act? What was your experience?
It’s a really interesting and complex question. In many cases, those who knew a killer often describe feeling shocked or bewildered by the actions of the person they thought they knew. Some might say there were subtle signs or troubling behavior that, in retrospect, seemed indicative of deeper issues, but they were either dismissed or attributed to something less severe at the time.
Sometimes, people surface patterns of aggressive or antisocial behavior that, looking back, may have raised flags in hindsight. Others report that the person was charming or sociable and had a facade that masked their darker tendencies.
Each story is unique, with some people expressing regret for not recognizing the signs sooner or feeling guilt about not intervening. It could be valuable to discuss specific experiences, if anyone feels comfortable sharing. How did those circumstances unfold, and how has it affected your perspective on similar situations since?