The Dark Legacy Of Jeffrey Dahmer: A Look Into His Life And Crimes

Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is out on Netflix now, starring Emmy-winner Evan Peters as the notorious serial killer. The 10-part series traces Dahmer's crimes and will be mainly told from the perspective of his victims, the people who tried to stop him, and those who knew him. The series also highlights the several systematic failures that allowed Dahmer to carry out his crimes for more than a decade. Dahmer was sentenced to 15 life sentences in prison, dying in 1994 when he was murdered by a fellow inmate. But what happened to his apartment where many of his heinous crimes took place, and what is it like now? Newsweek has everything you need to know.

Exploring Jeffrey Dahmer's Life: A Biography

Jeffrey Dahmer, also known as the Milwaukee Cannibal, was an American serial killer and sex offender. Born on May 21, 1960, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dahmer committed his first murder at the age of 18. Over the course of 13 years, he murdered and dismembered 17 men and boys. His gruesome acts included necrophilia and cannibalism, gaining him infamy across the United States.

Despite his troubling behavior from a young age, Dahmer was able to maintain a façade of normalcy. He was known to be a quiet and unremarkable individual, which allowed him to evade suspicion for years. His life, filled with trauma and abuse, ultimately led to his violent tendencies.

A Glimpse into Dahmer's Apartment Building

Jeffrey Dahmer lived at No. 213 Oxford Apartments in Milwaukee from May 1990 until his arrest on July 22, 1991. The apartment became the scene of horrific crimes that shocked the nation. After Dahmer's arrest, the building was left vacant and was ultimately demolished in November 1992, just 15 months after the discovery of human remains.

Today, the site where the Oxford Apartments once stood is completely empty. The Campus Circle Project, a neighborhood redevelopment initiative, purchased the property for $325,000 to help transform the area. Grass and flowers were planted to symbolize healing and community support after the tragedy that occurred there. Project President Patrick LeSage stated that Dahmer's home had been a "symbol of anger, pain, violence, and death," emphasizing the need for a community-focused transformation.

As of September 2022, plans to change the site into a memorial garden or new housing have not been successful. Dahmer's legacy continues to haunt the community, as the memories of his heinous actions linger on.

A Legacy of Horror: The Aftermath of Dahmer's Crimes

Dahmer's killing spree came to an end on July 22, 1991, when Tracy Edwards managed to escape and flag down a police car, leading to Dahmer's arrest. A detailed search of his apartment revealed a horrifying collection of evidence, including skulls and human organs. This shocking discovery exposed the depths of Dahmer's depravity and the systemic failures that allowed him to operate undetected for so long.

Following his arrest, Dahmer pleaded guilty but insane for 15 of the 17 murders he confessed to committing. However, the jury found him sane at the time of his crimes, resulting in a sentence of 15 consecutive life sentences. Dahmer's life ended in 1994 when he was killed by a fellow inmate in prison, a grim conclusion to his disturbing legacy.

Dahmer— Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is now streaming on Netflix, bringing renewed attention to his horrifying life and the impact of his actions on society.