Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson Wicked Words - Diane Fanning: The Serial Killer and the Author
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Sep 19, 2022 AI Snips
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Sells' Justification for Murder
- Sells claimed he killed a homeowner because the man was abusing his son, though there's no evidence to support this claim.
- Fanning notes that Sells often sought to blame his victims for his crimes.
The Psychology of Sells' Justifications
- Sells' justifications for his crimes, like claiming a victim abused his son, serve a dual purpose.
- They soothe his conscience and potentially garner sympathy from others.
Sells' Nomadic Lifestyle and Contradictory Behavior
- Sells lived a nomadic life, committing crimes across the country.
- He sometimes displayed odd acts of altruism, like stealing tires for a young couple in need.