1. Son of Sam A.K.A David Berkowitz
Serial Arsonist & Serial Killer

2. Profile Born on June 1st, 1953-Present
Was Adopted by Nathan and Pearl Berkowitz
No siblings.
Grew up in New York
There was never any abuse reported

3. Issues Mixed but leaning toward disorganized
Was diagnosed with Paranoid Schizophrenia meaning he heard “voices”.
In his case he thought they were demons trying to take over his body.
His reasoning for the murders was “the demons told me to do it.”

4. Crime basics Killed 6 people but wounded many others Set 1700 fires
Serial Arsonist and Killer
Didn’t collect trophies
Yes, Berkowitz was caught but did not get the death sentence. Instead got quite a few life sentences he has to serve 365 years in prison.

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