Is the Delphi murder case veering into the realm of ancient pagan rituals, or is this a strategic move by the defense?
In a riveting episode of "Hidden Killers," Tony Brueski delves deep into the recent 136-page filing by Richard Allen's attorney, which suggests a chilling narrative: the girls were ritualistically sacrificed by members of a pagan Norse religion, known as Odinism, that has been co-opted by white nationalists. The allegations even extend to some detectives and prison guards involved in the case.
 
 Brueski sought the insights of Psychologist John Delatorre to unpack the implications of this filing. Delatorre's initial reaction was one of skepticism. "There's a lot that suggests that they're just trying to overwhelm the opposing side with paperwork," he remarked. He further questioned the timing of this revelation, noting the rarity of investigations with zero leaks. "If something like that had happened, you would think that we would be hearing about this as an audience a lot earlier," Delatorre added.
 
 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 Facebook page.
 
 Brueski raised a pertinent question: "Why are we just hearing about it now?" Delatorre responded by emphasizing the commonality of finding debris, like sticks, in the area where the girls were found. He also pointed out that if ritualistic sacrifices were common in the area, there would likely be more victims.
 
 The conversation then shifted to the broader concept of ritualistic sacrifices in contemporary society. Delatorre clarified that ritualism doesn't necessarily imply a religious undertone. "Ritualism, for the most part, just simply means that a person has a regimented way in which they're going to engage in the killing," he explained. He further noted that while Odinism has been co-opted by white supremacists, ritualistic sacrifices weren't a part of Norse mythology, the origin of Odinism.
 
 Delatorre also touched upon the historical use of ritualistic sacrifices as propaganda to demonize non-Christian ideologies. "It's often been used as propaganda... by making the public believe that this is the kind of thing that they engage in," he said.
 
 Brueski then delved into the specifics of ritualistic killings, questioning whether they always involve a ceremonial aspect. Delatorre clarified that while there would be some ceremony, it wouldn't necessarily align with the stereotypical imagery of cloaked figures and altars. "For them, for the individual to commit the murder, they have to believe that the murder is justified," Delatorre explained. This belief in the righteousness of their act might lead them to add ceremonial elements to the killing.
 
 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, experts like Delatorre 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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