How Will Delphi Murder Jury View Richard Allen's 'Odinist Cult' Alibi?

Oct 06, 2023, 01:00 PM

Could a pagan Norse religion with white nationalist undertones be the key to unraveling the Delphi murder case?
 
 In a recent episode of "Hidden Killers," Tony Brueski delved into the 136-page filing submitted by Richard Allen's attorney. The document, which was sealed shortly after its release, paints a chilling narrative: the girls were ritualistically sacrificed by members of a pagan Norse religion known as Odinism, which has been co-opted by white nationalists. The defense also accuses lead detectives of suppressing evidence for years.
 
 Brueski sought insights from retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, Robin Dreeke. Dreeke's initial reaction was one of concern. "Yeah, it's a cult. This is a clear cult," he remarked. However, he also expressed skepticism about the defense's claims, especially given the complexity of the narrative. "The more complicated it becomes, that means there's a lot of crazy going on," Dreeke noted.
 
 The defense's argument hinges on the alleged presence of symbols near the bodies, which they claim are indicative of Odinism. They question why the police didn't pursue these leads, especially given that some of the symbols reportedly mimic images found on an individual's social media shortly after the murders.
 
 Dreeke emphasized the importance of transparency in such cases. "The more open and transparent someone is, it just goes well to their innocence," he said. He also pointed out that just because certain symbols or rituals are part of a religion doesn't necessarily mean they're connected to a crime.
 
 Brueski raised a pertinent question about the defense's strategy: "Why do you think they revealed or put out this 136-page document well before the trial itself?" Dreeke speculated that the defense might be trying to influence potential jurors by presenting a complex narrative that paints Allen as a small cog in a larger system. "They're trying to paint this larger picture of this victim of a system that took advantage of him," Dreeke explained.
 
 The conversation also touched upon the broader concept of ritualistic sacrifices in contemporary society. Dreeke clarified that while ritualism is common in many religions, it doesn't necessarily imply a violent or criminal act. He also noted that while Odinism has been co-opted by white supremacists, ritualistic sacrifices weren't a part of Norse mythology.
 
 In conclusion, the Delphi murder case's recent filing has added a layer of complexity and intrigue. While the defense presents a narrative steeped in ancient rituals and white nationalist undertones, experts like Dreeke urge caution, emphasizing the need to differentiate between individual crimes and religious practices.
 
 As the case unfolds, one is left pondering: Is the defense unveiling a dark underbelly of ritualistic practices, or is this a calculated move to introduce doubt? Only the court's verdict will reveal the truth.
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