Why do some children commit horrific crimes?

Due to dehumanizing victims and psychological factors.

What impact do child killers have on victims' families?

Families experience profound devastation and heartbreak.

Ellie was a vibrant young woman brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend.

Griffiths' possessive behavior and refusal to accept breakup.

Through overwhelming evidence, including CCTV footage and DNA matches.

Children, despite being viewed as innocent, can commit horrific and premeditated murders, showcasing the devastating impact of such actions on victims and their families.
The case of Thomas Griffis, a seemingly normal teenager who turned into a brutal killer, highlights the complexity of understanding what drives individuals to commit such heinous acts, leaving society grappling with the need for justice and prevention measures.

Why do some children commit horrific crimes?
Due to dehumanizing victims and psychological factors.
What impact do child killers have on victims' families?
Families experience profound devastation and heartbreak.
Who was Ellie Gould, and what happened to her?
Ellie was a vibrant young woman brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend.
What led to Thomas Griffiths murdering Ellie Gould?
Griffiths' possessive behavior and refusal to accept breakup.
How was Thomas Griffiths brought to justice for Ellie's murder?
Through overwhelming evidence, including CCTV footage and DNA matches.

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Children, often seen as innocent, can commit horrific and premeditated murders, leaving a trail of devastation.
A 16-year-old charged with murder by the police evokes heartbreak due to their young age.
Criminologists suggest dehumanizing victims makes it easier for killers to attack and murder.
Families of innocent victims share the profound impact of losing a loved one to child killers.
In Wiltshire, 17-year-old Thomas Griffiths brutally murdered his ex-girlfriend Ellie Gould, shocking the nation.
Griffiths strangled and stabbed Ellie 13 times, leaving her father devastated by the gruesome scene.
Ellie, a vibrant young woman with a promising future, was cherished by her friends for her quirky and lovable personality.
Griffiths, initially perceived as a normal and caring boy, turned into a savage killer, leaving everyone baffled.
Despite a seemingly stable upbringing and supportive parents, Griffiths' transformation into a murderer remains inexplicable.
Ellie's dreams of university and a career with the police were tragically cut short by the brutal actions of her former boyfriend, Griffiths.

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Ellie decided to end her relationship with Griffis due to possessive behavior, which led to her breaking up with him via text on a Thursday evening.
Griffis denied the breakup, insisting they should stay together, but Ellie remained firm in her decision.
Griffis, upset by the breakup, decided to confront Ellie the next morning, leading him to leave school, change clothes, and drive to Ellie's home.
Griffis was seen on CCTV taking a bus near his home, changing clothes upon returning home, and then hiding in a wardrobe to avoid his mother.
After his mother left, Griffis took her car without a license and drove to Ellie's house, where he committed a horrific murder.
Ellie's father found her lifeless body in their kitchen, leading to a devastating realization of her tragic fate.
Ellie had been strangled and stabbed 13 times in the neck, with forensic evidence pointing to Griffis as the perpetrator.
Detectives gathered substantial evidence against Griffis, including CCTV footage, DNA matches on trainers, and a chilling text sent from Ellie's phone to avoid suspicion.
Despite initially denying involvement, Griffis was charged with Ellie's murder based on overwhelming evidence, including blood-stained items found near his home.
Griffis eventually admitted to the murder, claiming he had lost control and had no recollection of the events leading to Ellie's tragic death.

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News of Tom's actions over the weekend spread on social media, prompting the narrator to check articles on Facebook about the incident involving Ellie.
The police arrested Thomas Griffis on May 3rd for the murder of Ellie Gould, with no prior warning signs of his violent intentions.
Griffis admitted to causing Ellie's death but denied murder, claiming he couldn't recall why he killed her, which the narrator finds hard to believe.
Griffis was sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison, a decision that disappointed Ellie's family who felt the punishment was insufficient for the devastation caused.
Ellie's parents are campaigning to change the law treating young offenders like Griffis as children rather than adults in sentencing.
Ellie's friends are advocating for self-defense lessons in the national curriculum to honor her legacy and prevent similar tragedies, as Griffis could be eligible for parole by mid-2029.