Dennis Rader, famously known as the BTK (Bind, Torture, Kill) killer, seems to be revisiting his old games from behind bars. Tony Brueski and psychologist John Delatorre dive into the renewed attention on Rader in a recent episode of "Hidden Killers." Rader, who is currently serving 10 consecutive life sentences for the murders he committed between 1974 and 1991, has recently been linked to several cold cases, one of which involves a crime eerily similar to a 'fantasy' he shared with Sheriff Eddie Verden.

 

 Rader has always enjoyed playing games with the media and law enforcement, and it seems that he might be at the beginning of another game. Delatorre pointed out that it's not unusual for individuals like Rader to replay their crimes or fantasize about crimes they wanted to commit but didn't. This raises questions about whether Rader is hinting at involvement in other unsolved crimes.

 

 The hosts discussed the possibility that Rader might be seeking attention once again. Delatorre questioned the timing, "why now?" as Rader could have revealed this information at any point in time. There must be an external reason for his current behavior, Delatorre suggested, perhaps a desire for one last moment in the spotlight as he gets older and possibly faces health issues. Brueski noted that Rader had recently been more talkative, commenting on high-profile murder cases over the last year, which he hadn't done in the past.

 

 This renewed attention on Rader comes amid speculation that he may be involved in more crimes than he initially admitted to. The case in question involves a crime that took place at a laundromat in 1976, which Rader wrote about in his journal as a 'fantasy.' This 'fantasy' eerily matches the details of the crime being investigated, leading to speculation that this might be the beginning of something new with Rader. The hosts wondered if he might admit to this crime, as he did with many others, or if it would lead to a courtroom appearance for BTK.

 

 Delatorre noted that there could be various factors compelling Rader to engage in this behavior, including his daughter's presence in the public eye, the heat from other factors, and potentially his declining health. He suggested that Rader might want to play one more game before "the lights go out for him."

 

 The discussion raises several questions about the mind of a serial killer like Rader. Is he revisiting past crimes or hinting at others he has not yet admitted to? Is this a ploy for attention or an attempt to relive his past before it's too late? These questions remain unanswered, but the conversation between Brueski and Delatorre sheds light on the complex psychology of infamous criminals like the BTK killer.

 

 Ultimately, whether Rader is seeking attention, trying to relive his past, or hinting at involvement in other crimes, his recent behavior has sparked renewed interest in his case and the unresolved mysteries surrounding his reign of terror. It remains to be seen what the next chapter will hold for Dennis Rader and whether it will bring closure to any of the cold cases that still haunt the communities he once terrorized.Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj

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