The True Story Of The Killer Inspired By Dexter

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The True Story Of The Killer Inspired By Dexter

Key Takeaways

  • Watching Dexter inspired a criminal named Corey Martin to commit murder and dismember a woman.
  • Martin’s unsuccessful attempts at covering up the crime show he didn’t follow Dexter’s method effectively.
  • Martin’s failure to replicate Dexter’s careful methodology led to his arrest, trial, and eventual conviction with heavy sentencing.

As a lifelong fan of Dexter, I can’t help but feel a mix of emotions when I hear about cases like Corey Martin’s. On one hand, it’s fascinating to see how deeply the show has resonated with people – even those on the wrong side of the law. But on the other, it’s heartbreaking and terrifying to think that someone might take inspiration from a fictional character and commit such heinous acts in real life.

In December 2024, the new installment of “Dexter: Original Sin” will debut simultaneously on Paramount+ and Showtime. This series promises to immerse a fresh batch of viewers into Dexter Morgan’s dark, serial-killer world. However, it’s worth noting that the popularity of the Dexter universe has regrettably inspired some real-life imitators. Most recently, an individual named Corey Martin is known to have mimicked Dexter’s actions after watching an episode, leading to the murder and disposal of a woman, using techniques he learned from the show.

While movies don’t directly turn individuals into psychopaths, they can potentially offer inspiration to those already inclined towards such behaviors, as seems to be the case with Corey Martin. Dexter, a fictional character known for his skillful murder escapes, serves as an intriguing model for some observant killers. However, it’s essential to note that this is a rare group of people, and the vast majority appreciate the show for its entertaining value, serving as a captivating diversion from everyday life.

Corey Martin Killed A Sex Worker And Dismembered Her After Picking Up Tips From Dexter

The True Story Of The Killer Inspired By Dexter

In 2018, in an apartment located in Queens, New York, Corey Martin, a man, ended the life of his sex worker roommate, Brandy Odom. A year prior to this act, Martin and a partner schemed to fraudulently acquire two life insurance policies under Odom’s name. Their plan was to kill her, dismember her body, and dispose of the remains in a Brooklyn park. However, their subsequent attempt to collect on Odom’s life insurance policies failed. The police, sensing something amiss, were eventually able to confirm their suspicions when a cadaver dog detected the scent of a deceased person in one of their vehicles.

The True Story Of The Killer Inspired By Dexter

In 2020, the duo were detained under suspicion of murder, and it’s only now, four long years later, that we’ve reached the trial phase. During the trial, the prosecution alleged that Martin drew inspiration from an episode of Dexter to help him conceal a murder effectively. In March 2024, Corey Martin was declared guilty, receiving a life sentence and an extra 20 years for wire fraud and an additional two years for identity theft. Following his conviction, prosecutor Breon Peace made this statement:

The accused thought he could outsmart the authorities and hide this terrible crime by using insights from crime shows on TV, but the diligent work of law enforcement ultimately led to his conviction. Martin targeted Brandy Odom. He viewed her as a means to gain financially. He exploited her for sexual services in a commercial context. Afterward, he took her life with his own hands so he could benefit from her demise.

Martin Clearly Didn’t Follow Dexter’s Particular Modus Operandi As He Failed To Cover Up The Murder

In the court proceedings, it was gruesomely revealed that Martin and his associate dismantled Odom in a manner that was truly chilling. While Martin may have gleaned some insights on committing murder from watching ‘Dexter’, he made a crucial mistake: he browsed Home Depot’s website for a Dewalt 12-Volt Reciprocating Saw and even watched a tutorial on its use online. In the series, Dexter Morgan doesn’t have to seek out tools when dismembering bodies because he’s been doing it for years and follows Harry’s guidelines to evade detection due to his law enforcement background. Martin’s associate testified against him, detailing how they used the saw to cut up Odom’s body in a bathtub, reminiscent of the Trinity Killer‘s methods, albeit without the electric saw. Moreover, Martin is also said to have covered the crime scene in the bathroom with heavy-duty garbage bags, far from the pristine ‘kill room’ Dexter would be proud of, and clearly, Martin is not the tidy monster one might expect.

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2024-11-20 01:34