The serial killer, whose heinous crimes shocked the suburbs of Chicago, has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of brutally raping and murdering at least three women. Before his name became synonymous with terror, the serial killer had already built a troubling history of criminal behavior. As a teenager, the serial killer showed disturbing signs of violence—most notably when, at just 13 years old, he lit a cat on fire. Over the years, the serial killer cycled through the justice system, serving time for arson, battery, and burglary, each incident adding to a growing pattern of aggression and instability.

Despite being raised in a family with one sister and three brothers, the serial killer never seemed to find stability or empathy. In fact, those closest to him—his siblings—later admitted they’d long believed the serial killer was capable of murder. Their suspicions, once dismissed as fear or exaggeration, were tragically confirmed as the full extent of his atrocities came to light. Now, with the serial killer behind bars for life, communities are left to heal from the trauma he inflicted.