Psychology of Murder

Every October 31st, millions celebrate safely, but statistics reveal a darker truth. Halloween consistently ranks among the year's most dangerous nights, with violent crime spiking way above normal rates. From the infamous "Candy Man" poisonings to recent mass shootings at celebrations, October 31st has witnessed decades of murders that exploit the holiday's unique atmosphere of masks, anonymity, and after-dark festivities.

Peter Sullivan spent 38 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. On May 13, 2025, the Court of Appeal quashed his conviction for killing Diane Sindall after new DNA evidence proved his innocence. Sullivan, now 68, endured Britain's longest miscarriage of justice while the true killer remains unknown.

Serial killers are an unique kind of individual. Their behaviour has fascinated psychologists, criminologists, journalists and the general public for years. To that end there is a never-ending stream...

Christopher J. Ferguson, Professor of Psychology at Stetson University states that there is no evidence to support claims that violent video games and real-world violence are connected.