Crime

Paul DeWise's life spiraled into a dark abyss of obsession, manipulation, and paranoia after his marriage to Lauren began falling apart. His relentless attempts to control and guilt-trip her escalated into full-fledged stalking. But no one could have predicted the horrifying turn of events that would leave Lauren dead and another woman fighting for her life.

When 16-year-old Josué Ruiz left for work at a downtown diner on a quiet March morning, he had no idea he was walking into a deadly setup. Hours later, his body lay in an alleyway, the victim of a single gunshot. Witnesses saw a young man flee the scene—someone who wasn’t even holding a gun. As police investigated, the shocking truth unraveled: this wasn’t just a fight gone wrong. It was a cold-blooded execution orchestrated by the one person no one expected—his girlfriend’s own mother.

What began as a chilling 911 call on the night before Halloween quickly escalated into a nightmare. Jessica Serrano had just returned home when she noticed something disturbing—her ex-boyfriend’s jacket, jeans, and keys in her bedroom. Fear gripped her as she realized Joseph Castorena, a man with a violent history and a restraining order against him, was likely hiding somewhere inside the house. Moments later, gunshots shattered the silence, setting off a tragic chain of events that would leave four people dead and a community in shock.

What turns a person into a serial killer? Was Peter Sutcliffe, the infamous Yorkshire Ripper, born a monster, or did his upbringing shape him into one? This documentary delves into the relationship between Sutcliffe and his mother, exploring how his childhood, family dynamics, and psychological development may have contributed to his brutal crimes.