Choose one serial killer and write a 3-7 page (but less than 10) paper on the life of the killer. You will then identify a theory and apply it to your serial killer’s life. In this paper you will back up your theory through the history of the serial killer. You will write in APA format and include in text citations and references. This paper will be times new roman font, 12 pt and double spaced.
In a detailed fashion examine the serial killer you have chosen and report your findings in your paper.. Investigate the history, childhood and any factors in which you believe are important in contributing to the crimes of your serial killer.
Discuss an applicable theory or many applicable theories in which you believe contributed to this individuals’ crimes.
“My serial killer did this because ABC……occurred and so on”
You will answer the following questions in your paper:
Give a brief historical overview of your serial killer.
What type of parents did your serial killer have? Upstanding citizens, criminals….etc.…
Did your serial killer have a medical history and/or condition? If so was your serial killer taking any medications at any time during his/her life?
Did your serial killer take illicit drugs or drink alcohol?
Was your serial killer ever arrested prior to being caught? If so for what? and when? How many times etc.…..
Shed aspects on your serial killer’s behavior throughout life? Any abnormalities? Is so what?
Was your serial killer ever a victim? If so when and from what?
Find a similar serial killer and compare lives, and similarities if so what are they? Give examples?
After reviewing theories in this class, what theory or theories do you find most applicable to your serial killer and why?
Did you learn anything additionally interesting about this serial killer that you would like to share?
