Comments on: Let’s Talk the Perfect Murder http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/ Ten Authors. Five Genres. One Blog. Because the only thing scarier than a loaded gun pointed at your head....is writing about it. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:05:16 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 By: Lee http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225723 Lee Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:03:46 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225723 The perfect murder happens more often then anyone thinks, and its usually done by the smart person who is not a criminal, or at least didn't come across as one, not your run of the mill dirt bag. But in todays world it is becoming increasing more difficult to commit it. Simply because of science. The perfect murder occurs when the cops screw up, and the killer walks and can't be charged again. OJ Simpson is a the perfect example. In my career that was the most common reason for a murderer to get away with murder, a simple screw up on the way evidence was handled, or the investigation was tainted. It works almost every time without fail. The perfect murder happens more often then anyone thinks, and its usually done by the smart person who is not a criminal, or at least didn’t come across as one, not your run of the mill dirt bag. But in todays world it is becoming increasing more difficult to commit it. Simply because of science. The perfect murder occurs when the cops screw up, and the killer walks and can’t be charged again. OJ Simpson is a the perfect example. In my career that was the most common reason for a murderer to get away with murder, a simple screw up on the way evidence was handled, or the investigation was tainted. It works almost every time without fail.

]]> By: Karin Tabke http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225722 Karin Tabke Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225722 Sorry for not commenting on all your fabo comments, but I've been gone all weekend and am exhausted! Sorry for not commenting on all your fabo comments, but I’ve been gone all weekend and am exhausted!

]]> By: Amanda http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225719 Amanda Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:21:30 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225719 Natalie, I loved Heartsick. It was so different and original. She has a new one out too, not sure of title. Natalie, I loved Heartsick. It was so different and original. She has a new one out too, not sure of title.

]]> By: Cele http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225718 Cele Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:50:19 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225718 Fab quote Officer Friendly, next he'll be quoting Pink Floyd or the Desiderata. But the Moody Blues are one of my favorites. The perfect crime. One done by yourself, in a vast open place with a lot of wind, while you're in transit. This folks is why I would never make a successful killer. Fab quote Officer Friendly, next he’ll be quoting Pink Floyd or the Desiderata. But the Moody Blues are one of my favorites.

The perfect crime. One done by yourself, in a vast open place with a lot of wind, while you’re in transit. This folks is why I would never make a successful killer.

]]> By: Natalie R. Collins http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225716 Natalie R. Collins Sun, 11 Jan 2009 06:18:32 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225716 I just read Heartsick, which offered up a serial murderer with quite a twist. Excellent read, for anyone who enjoys thrillers. It's by Chelsea Cain. I just read Heartsick, which offered up a serial murderer with quite a twist. Excellent read, for anyone who enjoys thrillers. It’s by Chelsea Cain.

]]> By: J. JCarson Black http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225709 J. JCarson Black Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:04:29 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225709 Allison, I agree with you---the first victim of a serial killer (if you can figure out which one that is) would most likely yield the most information. It could be proximity to the killer's house, or someone who has met the killer in some context, although that could be casual. Also, a serial killer would be most likely to slip up during his first foray. Correct me if I'm wrong, but with serial killers, there's almost always a sexual-sadistic component. Personally, I'm bored by serial killers. There's no there, there. It's much more fun to try and set up a diabolical murder with a better motive than just sadism, power issues, or boredom But for pure effectiveness---killing strangers and moving on? You can't beat 'em! Allison, I agree with you—the first victim of a serial killer (if you can figure out which one that is) would most likely yield the most information. It could be proximity to the killer’s house, or someone who has met the killer in some context, although that could be casual. Also, a serial killer would be most likely to slip up during his first foray.

Correct me if I’m wrong, but with serial killers, there’s almost always a sexual-sadistic component.

Personally, I’m bored by serial killers. There’s no there, there. It’s much more fun to try and set up a diabolical murder with a better motive than just sadism, power issues, or boredom But for pure effectiveness—killing strangers and moving on? You can’t beat ‘em!

]]> By: Allison Brennan http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225708 Allison Brennan Sat, 10 Jan 2009 10:18:28 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225708 Wow. Fascinating blog post Karin. I'm not going to share my ideas about committing a perfect murder, but I've always loved the movie STRANGERS ON A TRAIN . . . of course, it's best if one of those strangers isn't a psychopath. CSI (I know, I know, boo, hiss) had a great episode where the killers got away with it. Grisham knew they did it but couldn't prove it. A murder doesn't have to be perfect to have the killer get away with it. Look at OJ Simpson. I mean was there ever a guiltier man who was acquitted? With Drew Peterson, if he truly killed two wives, (or is it three?) he's compulsive and can't help himself. I suspect he'll do it again, and maybe the next time he'll slip up. Jake had the right answer in serial killers, but the thing with serial killers is almost, without fail, the first victim is connected to them. It's a matter of diligence and perseverance and never giving up. There's a big difference between serial killers and impulsive killers (like Bonnie and Clyde) who killed for sport or money or to escape. But they can all be caught. Moving around (in different states) is the single best way to kill multiple people. Killing complete strangers limits chances of being caught. But why? Motive is important, and few people just kill for the hell of killing. They usually have a purpose (he wronged me, I want his money, I want his wife, he cut me off in traffic, she has blond hair like the girlfriend who dumped me.) Those are simplistic. There are more serial killers in fiction than in real life. I think last I read there are between 500 and 600 known serial killers operating today. For my current book, I'm dealing with money laundering. I came up with a method that my FBI friend said they wouldn't be able to figure out unless someone turned state's evidence :) Fortunately, my hero is a smart guy. Wow. Fascinating blog post Karin. I’m not going to share my ideas about committing a perfect murder, but I’ve always loved the movie STRANGERS ON A TRAIN . . . of course, it’s best if one of those strangers isn’t a psychopath.

CSI (I know, I know, boo, hiss) had a great episode where the killers got away with it. Grisham knew they did it but couldn’t prove it.

A murder doesn’t have to be perfect to have the killer get away with it. Look at OJ Simpson. I mean was there ever a guiltier man who was acquitted?

With Drew Peterson, if he truly killed two wives, (or is it three?) he’s compulsive and can’t help himself. I suspect he’ll do it again, and maybe the next time he’ll slip up.

Jake had the right answer in serial killers, but the thing with serial killers is almost, without fail, the first victim is connected to them. It’s a matter of diligence and perseverance and never giving up. There’s a big difference between serial killers and impulsive killers (like Bonnie and Clyde) who killed for sport or money or to escape. But they can all be caught. Moving around (in different states) is the single best way to kill multiple people. Killing complete strangers limits chances of being caught. But why? Motive is important, and few people just kill for the hell of killing. They usually have a purpose (he wronged me, I want his money, I want his wife, he cut me off in traffic, she has blond hair like the girlfriend who dumped me.) Those are simplistic.

There are more serial killers in fiction than in real life. I think last I read there are between 500 and 600 known serial killers operating today.

For my current book, I’m dealing with money laundering. I came up with a method that my FBI friend said they wouldn’t be able to figure out unless someone turned state’s evidence :) Fortunately, my hero is a smart guy.

]]> By: Silver James http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225707 Silver James Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:53:44 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225707 Hubby, you win the intrawebs for the Moody Blues reference. ;D Hubby, you win the intrawebs for the Moody Blues reference. ;D

]]> By: J. JCarson Black http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225706 J. JCarson Black Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:31:05 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225706 Sometimes you just think, "Sweet!" On the day OJ hobbled off to prison, another angel got its wings. Sometimes you just think, “Sweet!” On the day OJ hobbled off to prison, another angel got its wings.

]]> By: Hubby http://www.murdershewrites.com/2009/01/09/let%e2%80%99s-talk-the-perfect-murder/#comment-225705 Hubby Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:11:15 +0000 http://www.murdershewrites.com/?p=1561#comment-225705 Jake - in order for Petersen to get caught one of two things will have to happen. Either he does something different causing himself to "slip up" or the authorities have to approach the case and it's investigation differently. Sometimes fresh eyes have a fresh approach. If he is indeed killing them the cops have obviously been going at it wrong. Maybe a new medical examiner as well. There have been many cases where the suspect was known but the evidence not found or the case not proven and no confession so it goes to the grave with the suspect. Then, sometimes, at some later date, the suspect does another crime like break into a hotel room with a gun and rob someone of sports memorabilia and justice is served by another court. Jake – in order for Petersen to get caught one of two things will have to happen. Either he does something different causing himself to “slip up” or the authorities have to approach the case and it’s investigation differently. Sometimes fresh eyes have a fresh approach. If he is indeed killing them the cops have obviously been going at it wrong. Maybe a new medical examiner as well. There have been many cases where the suspect was known but the evidence not found or the case not proven and no confession so it goes to the grave with the suspect.

Then, sometimes, at some later date, the suspect does another crime like break into a hotel room with a gun and rob someone of sports memorabilia and justice is served by another court.

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