This documentary is based on transcripts from audio recordings made after Jeffrey Dahmer's arrest. It features interviews conducted by Dahmer himself, revealing new insights into his crimes, which spanned nearly two decades from 1978 to 1991. His perspective paints a portrait of a seemingly normal boy with troubling motivations. A poignant interview reveals that Lionel Dahmer, Jeffrey’s father, provided crucial information about offering help needed by his son. Other notable figures include Ronald Flowers, one of the victims who avoided being killed; Dr. Park Deitz, a forensic psychiatrist who interacted with Dahmer; and Nicole Childress, a witness to Dahmer's crimes whose guilt persisted even after death. The special also includes an exclusive interview never-before-seen footage of Nicole Childress, highlighting her ongoing struggle with guilt over the loss of one of the victims.
Aired: May 25, 2020
