Dinner at the Deuce

Robert Berdella - The Butcher of Kansas City

72 House Media Episode 31

A man of chilling contradictions — known in his community for spending time with male sex workers, drug users, and petty criminals. His efforts appeared sincere, often offering guidance and support to help them overcome addiction or escape lives of crime. He even served as chairman of the local Crime Prevention and Neighborhood Association in the early 1980s, actively encouraging neighborhood watch patrols and community vigilance. Yet beneath this facade of civic responsibility and compassion lurked a disturbed predator. Just a few years later, Robert would begin a reign of terror as a serial killer, luring vulnerable young men under the pretense of help, only to subject them to horrific acts of rape, torture, and ultimately, death — all while maintaining the appearance of a model citizen.


Sources:

Wikipedia-Robert Berdella

Berdella, Robert - asp.radfort.edu

The Monster's Lair - Bob Berdella: The Kansas City Butcher - Crime Library

Serial Killer Robert A. Berdella - The Butcher of Kansas City



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