In this conversation, Deborah and Beth discuss the case of Jesse Pomeroy, the youngest recorded serial killer in history. They explore Jesse's troubled childhood, including his abusive upbringing and the bullying he endured due to a birth defect. The conversation delves into Jesse's crimes, which involved torturing and killing young children in the Boston area. The hosts also discuss the theories surrounding Jesse's motivations, including the influence of violent crime novels and the effects of a smallpox vaccination. The conversation concludes with Jesse's arrest, trial, and ultimate sentencing to death. This episode explores the story of Jesse Pomeroy, the youngest serial killer on record. Jesse was sentenced to solitary confinement for life after being convicted of multiple murders and brutal attacks. Despite attempts to escape, Jesse spent the majority of his adult life in isolation. He educated himself, learned multiple languages, and even challenged prison officials. Eventually, his solitary confinement was commuted, but he was transferred to a hospital for the criminally insane. Jesse died in prison at the age of 74. The teachable moment from this story is the importance of recognizing early signs of harmful behavior and seeking help.
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Intro & Extro Music: Undersea World by Dragonov
Teachable Moments Music: Untold Story by Ballian De Moulle
REFERENCES:
Jesse Pomeroy: America’s youngest serial killer
Jesse Pomeroy, boy fiend, does the unthinkable in 1874 - twice
Jesse Pomeroy: What drove the 14-year-old serial killer to torture and murder
