Introduction:

The untimely death of Robert Godwin Sr. reverberated across the nation, evoking shock and sadness as the details of his senseless murder emerged. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the circumstances surrounding Godwin's tragic demise, examining the events leading up to the fateful encounter and the broader implications of the violence that claimed his life.

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Background of Robert Godwin Sr.:

Robert Godwin Sr., a beloved 74-year-old retiree and father of nine, was a pillar of his community in Cleveland, Ohio. Known for his kindness and compassion, Godwin was a familiar face to many, often seen with a smile on his face and a willingness to lend a helping hand. His family and friends fondly remember him as a devoted father, grandfather, and friend, whose presence brought joy and warmth to those around him.

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The Murder:

On April 16, 2017, tragedy struck when Robert Godwin Sr. was brutally murdered in a senseless act of violence. The perpetrator, later identified as Steve Stephens, approached Godwin on the street and engaged him in conversation before callously shooting him at close range. The chilling encounter was captured on video and shared on social media, sending shockwaves through communities across the country.

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Social Media Fallout:

The graphic nature of the video depicting Robert Godwin Sr.'s murder sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, prompting urgent discussions about the role of social media in disseminating violent content. As the video spread rapidly online, questions arose about the ethical responsibilities of social media platforms in moderating harmful content and preventing its dissemination to a wide audience.

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Manhunt for Steve Stephens:

In the wake of Robert Godwin Sr.'s murder, law enforcement agencies launched a massive manhunt to apprehend Steve Stephens, who was considered armed and dangerous. With the FBI and local police departments leading the charge, authorities utilized a variety of resources, including surveillance footage, tips from the public, and advanced investigative techniques, to track down Stephens and bring him to justice.

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Stephens' Demise:

The intense manhunt for Steve Stephens came to a dramatic conclusion two days after Robert Godwin Sr.'s murder, when Stephens was located in Erie, Pennsylvania. A brief pursuit ensued, culminating in Stephens taking his own life by suicide. While his death brought a sense of relief to the community and closure to the Godwin family, the pain of their loss remained profound, underscoring the devastating impact of senseless violence.

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Legacy of Robert Godwin Sr.:

Despite the tragedy of his death, Robert Godwin Sr.'s legacy endures through the memories and love shared by those who knew him. His family's resilience in the face of unimaginable loss serves as a testament to the power of faith, forgiveness, and unity. In the aftermath of his murder, the Godwin family has become advocates for peace and compassion, spreading messages of hope and healing to communities affected by violence.

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Conclusion:

The murder of Robert Godwin Sr. was a senseless and heartbreaking event that shook the nation and left an indelible mark on his loved ones and communities alike. As we grapple with the aftermath of this tragedy, it is imperative that we continue to work towards a society where violence is not tolerated, and where every individual is valued and respected. Robert Godwin Sr.'s memory will forever be cherished, serving as a beacon of light in the darkness and a reminder of the enduring power of love and humanity.

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THIS IS NOT MY WRITE UP!! The rest is!

On April 16, 2017, 74-year-old Robert Lee Godwin Sr. (September 7, 1942 – April 16, 2017) was shot and killed with a firearm while walking in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio, United States. The perpetrator, identified as 37-year-old Steve Stephens, posted a cellphone video of the shooting on his Facebook account, leading many media outlets, both during the manhunt and afterward, to dub Stephens the "Facebook killer". A warrant was issued for Stephens for aggravated murder. Two days later, he died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound when cornered by police in Erie County, Pennsylvania.

The shooting happened at around 2:00 p.m. EDT on April 16, 2017 (Easter Sunday), in the 600 block of East 93rd Street in Cleveland's Glenville neighborhood. Stephens uploaded a video of the event. Seconds before the shooting, Stephens exited his car, approached the victim and then asked Godwin to say the name of a woman with whom Stephens had been in a romantic relationship. Stephens then said "She's the reason why this is about to happen to you", before fatally shooting Godwin, who fell to the ground after he was shot. Facebook said the video was uploaded to the website after the fact, not livestreamed as initially reported. In other Facebook posts, Stephens claimed responsibility for 13 murders, but police said they were not aware of any other victims.

A search for Stephens began soon after the shooting, prompting lockdowns at a number of locations, including Cleveland State University. Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams told reporters that detectives talked with Stephens by cellphone shortly after the shooting, but had no further contact with him since that time. The manhunt expanded to other states on the morning of April 17. Residents in Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana, and Michigan were asked to be on alert, and a US$50,000 reward was offered for information leading to Stephens' arrest on a charge of aggravated murder. The FBI also aided the Cleveland Police Department.

At 11:10 a.m. on April 18, Stephens pulled into the drive-through lane of a McDonald's restaurant in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, Pennsylvania, 100 miles (160 km) from the location of the shooting. An employee recognized Stephens from news reports and, after verifying with fellow employees, provided Stephens with part of his order, but stalled him by stating that his fries were still cooking. During this time police were called to the restaurant. Stephens, wary, left without his fries.

As Stephens pulled out of the restaurant, state police gave chase heading westbound through Wesleyville, Pennsylvania. Stephens made it to the corner of Buffalo Road and Downing Avenue in the city of Erie, where Pennsylvania State Police successfully executed a tactical maneuver to bring the car to a stop. As police approached Stephens' car, he shot himself in the head and died instantly.

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Introduction

Many of you have probably already seen this video, usually accompanied by a brief explanation. However, thanks to a newly released Netflix documentary a lot of information about the case and the nature of the psychosis which caused it has come out. For those who don't wish to sit through true-crime slop, I've decided to condense all the important information here.

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The Deceased

In the video, you are seeing the Chundawat family. An extended family unit of 11 people who had been living in a three story house at the Burari Sant Nagar Neighborhood in India. They primarily consisted of the descendents of Narayani Dev (80) and her deceased husband, Bhopal Singh, who died in 2007. A few inlaws also occupied the house. The eradication of this family unit covered 3 different generations, ranging from the 15 year old Shivam, to the 80 year old Narayani Devi.

The family were quite prosperous for the standards of their town. They ran 2 popular convenience stores, one of the sons (Lalit) owned a successful Plywood business, and one of the daughters (Privkaya) had a well paying job with a multinational company and was soon to be married. The family were also religiously devout, with neighbours claiming the family would go and visit the local temple twice a day. They were also well liked with their community with one of their neighbours, Gurcharan Singh, claiming he got along with them very well as the families helped each other build their houses all the way back in 1997. It was this same neighbour that would discover the family's corpses.

(July 1st, 2018) During his morning walk, Gurcharan Singh noticed the family failed to take in a large box a milk that was sent in every morning for one of their stores. By 7:00AM the milk was spoiling and he decided to check up on the family to let them know. He knocked on their front door, only to discover it was unlocked, he let himself in and climbed up the stairs where he saw the horrific sight. He recounts standing there for 2 minutes in shock.

As he ran out of the house, he was unable to hide his panic from the neighbours and the entire area soon found out something horrible had happened. In minutes, the house was swarmed by the local community before the police arrived, it is thought that the video we see here was taken by one of the neighbours who entered the house before the police could barre the entrance.

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Voices from the Dead

The reasoning for the death was soon found out thanks to a number of diaries scattered around the house dating back to 2007, as well as testimony from neighbours and extended family members. The diaries details over a decade of mounting mass delusion in the household, where they all believed they were being guided by the spirit of their dead patriarch, Bhopal Singh, who used his son Lalit as a medium.

The foundation for this mass delusion however, began in 2004 before Bhopal Singh's death. In 2004, Lalit was attacked for unknown reasons as he was working in his plywood store. He was beaten badly and was stuck inside the store after it was set on fire. He suffered a head injury, and the smoke he inhaled as he lay there half-conscious, destroyed his voice making it so he could not speak at all.

However, after the death of his father he heard his voice speak to him. It commanded the entire family to recite the “Hanuman Chalisa” every day at 10:00PM. Soon the voice extended the routine to a few times a day. For months the family would gather to recite this hymn. One day however, the family were shocked when they suddenly heard Lalit's voice mixed in with theirs, Lalit was not even aware his voice had returned until he finished the hymn and saw the shocked look on his family's faces. It was most likely this miracle that would instil the devotion that would spiral into mass delusion.

Lalit did not stop hearing his dead fathers voice after his own voice was restored however. He continued to hear his father give him and the family instructions on how they could conduct their lives. The diaries were not a personal diary for Lalit, but rather, acted as a guidebook for the entire family where they were expected to read and follow what was written within it. Here are some excerpts from the diary showing the level of obedience that was expected from the family.

”After I leave, all of you must go to sleep. No need for discussions. My visits are not an ordinary occurrence. You must not take God's will lightly. Don't worry about Lalit's health, my visits affect him physically. Sleep will heal him.”

and

”Instead of your own will follow the will of the diary. ‘Don't think, what is the use?' When it actually happens, your eyes will open. My next visit will be on Thursday or Saturday. Be fully ready.”

Neighbours recount how after their fathers death, the families shops and businesses started prospering, and Priyanka got her well paying job. In hindsight, people believe that the family may have attributed their recent prosperity to the instructions of their dead father. As Lalit was to act as the medium for their patriarchs instructions, he soon became an authority figure in the household, with their neighbour Chander Metha noting

“The family considered his word final.” and his wife Pritpal Kaur adding “Whatever he said was obeyed by all.”

Most of the instructions were quite inane. Telling family members to stop fighting, telling one of the children to stop playing on their phone so much, for example

December 24, 2017 “Dhruv is spending too much time on the mobile phone. This must be corrected.”

However one day, the voice would demand something that cost the family their lives.

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The Banyan Tree Ritual

Within the diary, the ritual that would be performed and eventually lead to the family's death was detailed. Written on June 24th, 2018 the instructions detailed a ritual wherein the families were to tie their necks to an iron grate in the family courtyard while someone else was entrusted with blindfolding, gagging, and tying their hands together. They were to stand atop stools, and recite some sort of chant as Lalit watched on, prompting them with a stick. The ritual is called “the Banyan Tree ritual” as the hanging bodies would resemble the hanging roots of a Banyan tree. The most direct reference to the ritual from the diaries I could find are quoted here.

”Perform the ritual for seven consecutive days. If somebody visits the home it has to be performed the next day. Nothing should be visible. Dim lights should be used. The eyes should be completely shut. The blindfold should be properly tied to the eyes. The mouth should be gagged by a handkerchief. The state of mind has to be zero. Nothing but infinity. While you are standing at attention. Imagine the branches of the tree are wrapping themselves around you. Perform the Banyan tree ritual with unity and determination. This will help repent for your mistakes”*

Later on in the same entry

”God is pleased with you. Knowing that 11 of you are standing in one line, with one thought. Do not panic while performing the Banyan tree ritual. The earth might shake, the sky might tremble. Do not let this weaken your resolve. Convince the children to keep chanting. The chanting may last from 5-15 minutes. Till the chanting lasts, Lalit will protect all of you. The responsibility of tying you up is assigned to one of you. When the binds are secured, Lalit will give a signal with a stick. Place a tumbler full of water nearby, just as the colour of the water changes, I will come back.”*

The diary also mentions

“"everyone will tie their own hands and when the kriya (ritual) is done then everyone will help each other untie their hands"”*

CCTV footage showed family members going out and buying the stools and wires that would be used in the ritual, the youngest of them (Shivam) being among them, this of course implies that the family were once again, simply following Lalit and the voices in his head out of a sense of devotion and trust.

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The Bodies

Ten of the eleven bodies in the house were found strung up in the courtyard, 5 stools stood under their feet, presumed to be shared by each of the family members, their faces covered in a cloth cut from a single bedsheet. Signs of struggle had been found on multiple family members. Evident by the bruises on their wrists as they struggled with the wires that binded them as they hung and choked, the bruises on their shins as they seemed to kick against the floor and stools, and Bhuvnesh(52) freed his hands and died trying to untie the noose, his hands still grasping the cloth even in death. Narayani Devi (80) was found on the floor, dead. It appeared her noose was tied to a doorknob nearby. The only surviving member would be Tommy, the family pet who was chained to the terrace. He would die only weeks later from heart failure in an animal shelter.

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Suicide, Murder, or Accident

Now, knowing what we know, it's still difficult to pinpoint the exact nature of their deaths. From what I can gauge there are only 3 possibilities, and I'll be laying out each of them here.

Suicide

This seems to be the most popular theory from people who have heard the case or seen the video. I also think it's the most unlikely, I think people believe it was a mass suicide simply because, well, what's going to be your first thought when you see 11 people hanging from nooses? I find this hard to believe though. The clear signs of struggles seem to eliminate this possibility, but even moreso, the fact that Privkaya was set to marry soon also makes it seem less likely she'd be willing to abandon her husband. The dog being tied to the ceiling. Most importantly of course, was the diary detailing what was to happen after the ritual was concluded, meaning that it was not meant to end in everybody's death.

Murder

I think it's possible that as the ritual happened, Lalit may have purposefully failed to untie the family as they hung there knowing that they would die. Perhaps he deceived them into normalizing the ritual by having them perform it a few times, having them go over it in the diaries, to set up a sort of mass suicide unbeknownst to them. One key piece of evidence is the body of Narayani Devi, who was of course found dead on the floor. Perhaps she was strangled as she refused to participate in the ritual. Lalit was seemingly the last person to be bound, as he was the one responsible for prompting the chants with a stick as well as the one who was to “protect” them during the ritual. It certainly seems possible that he could have used this role in the ritual to murder the family, to fulfil some ritualistic purpose he was keeping secret.

Accident

Tying your neck to a noose, supported by flimsy stools that you were sharing with other people. It's not hard to imagine that something could go wrong. It's possible that as Lalit participated in the ritual, his foot fell off the stool and he broke his neck. As a subsequent result, he was unable to help the other family members and they soon succumbed to choking. Perhaps a stool fell over and one of them panicked, kicking over all the other stools. Narayni Devi, may have been tied to the doorknob, and succumbed to exhaustion and died. She may have fell to the floor after the noose loosened on it's own or snapped. It makes sense she was strung up separate from the family, as her old age and arthritis would have made it difficult to join them.

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Conclusion

The deaths represent a horrific case of mass psychosis. If you're more of the spiritual type, perhaps you may think demons or evil spirits tricked the poor family into dying horrific deaths. The more I read some of the stories on this site, the more I start to believe such things are possible. I think the possibility of an accident or murder is the most likely, but I'm willing to give the slight edge to the fact it was an accident seeing as how dangerous the ritual was, and how easily an accident could have occurred.

I apologize for any inconsistencies, a lot of the news stories are painfully undetailed, and the documentary is a bit sensationalist and is not as thorough in regards to the cold hard facts as I wish they were. Any mistakes I made could also be the result of basic human error.

May the Chundawat family rest in peace.

Little first facts about him

Lonnie David Franklin Jr., known as the Grim Sleeper, was an American serial killer operating in Los Angeles, California. His killing spree, spanning from the 1980s to the early 2000s, earned him the nickname due to long periods of dormancy between murders. He was convicted of ten murders and one attempted murder, but it's believed he may have been responsible for more crimes. Franklin primarily targeted young African-American women, often involved in drugs or sex work.

His case brought scrutiny to police handling of marginalized communities' cases. In 2010, Franklin was arrested, and in 2016, he was sentenced to death.

He was an African-American man born on August 30, 1952. He stood approximately 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) tall and weighed around 225 pounds (102 kg).

Regarding his family, Franklin was married and had children. He lived in Los Angeles, California, where he worked as a mechanic and sanitation worker.

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Thats him in the court

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His act

He killed and abused 11 women

The victims of the Grim Sleeper were primarily African American women who were vulnerable due to factors such as homelessness, substance abuse, or involvement in sex work. Their names are:

1. Debra Jackson

2. Henrietta Wright

3. Barbara Ware

4. Bernita Sparks

5. Mary Lowe

6. Lachrica Jefferson

7. Alicia Alexander

8. Princess Berthomieux

9. Valerie McCorvey

10. Janecia Peters

11. Mary Lowe

These women were tragically targeted and became victims of Franklin's violent crimes.

here is a picture of them

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How he got caught + Informations

Lonnie David Franklin Jr., was ultimately caught through advancements in forensic DNA analysis and the diligent work of law enforcement agencies.

In 2010, LAPD detectives investigating a series of unsolved murders connected to the Grim Sleeper case obtained a DNA sample from Franklin's son, Christopher, who had been arrested on an unrelated felony charge. The DNA sample collected from Christopher was analyzed and found to share genetic similarities with DNA evidence recovered from the crime scenes linked to the Grim Sleeper.

This breakthrough led investigators to Lonnie David Franklin Jr. They conducted surveillance on him, which included collecting items containing his DNA, such as a discarded pizza crust and utensils from a restaurant. When the DNA from these items matched the DNA evidence from the crime scenes, Franklin was arrested in July 2010.

During the subsequent investigation, authorities found further evidence, including photographs and personal belongings of the victims, at Franklin's home. In 2016, Lonnie David Franklin Jr. was convicted of ten counts of murder and one count of attempted murder and sentenced to death.

His death in 2020 while awaiting execution marked the end of a chapter in one of Los Angeles' most infamous criminal cases.

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documentary I prefer to watch:

Ik its damn long but its worth it, trust me

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Ending

The grim sleeper is very known in the US and his acts are still fascinating and brutal.

And remember, him and Grim Reaper are not the same Person haha

The Battle of Attu was a significant confrontation during World War II, occurring in May 1943. Attu, a part of the Aleutian Islands in Alaska, was strategically important for both the United States and Japan due to its proximity to the northern Pacific Ocean. The Japanese had occupied Attu and nearby islands in June 1942, as part of their campaign to expand into the Aleutians and divert American attention away from the Pacific theater.

The battle to reclaim Attu began on May 11, 1943, when American forces landed on the island. The harsh weather conditions and rugged terrain made the operation extremely challenging. The Japanese defenders, numbering around 2,900, were well-entrenched and prepared to fight to the death.

During the Battle of Attu, one of the most dramatic moments occurred when the Japanese defenders launched a desperate and ferocious banzai charge against the advancing American forces. Though ultimately unsuccessful, the banzai charge underscored the unwavering resolve and commitment to duty among Japanese forces, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The battle lasted for nearly three weeks, characterized by fierce combat in difficult conditions. American forces faced challenges not only from the Japanese but also from the unforgiving Arctic weather and treacherous terrain. Despite these obstacles, the American troops gradually gained ground, pushing the Japanese defenders back.

On May 29, 1943, the American forces finally secured victory, but at a high cost. The battle resulted in heavy casualties on both sides, with over 2,100 Japanese soldiers killed and only 28 taken prisoner. American casualties numbered over 500 killed and more than 1,000 wounded.

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Soldiers unloading landing craft

American Troops advancing on Attu Island

American Mortar team bombards Japanese positions

Remains of Japanese soldier

Colonel Yasuyo Yamasaki - Died leading failed banzai charge

Imperial Army officers during the winter of 1942/43

Japanese barracks

Various dead infantryman

Japanese Peace Monument on Attu Island, July 2007.

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The Battle of Attu was one of the deadliest engagements of the Pacific theater, but its significance extended beyond the battlefield. It marked the first time since the War of 1812 that American soil had been invaded and occupied by a foreign power. The successful recapture of Attu by American forces boosted morale and demonstrated the resolve of the Allies in the Pacific campaign.

The Sasebo slashing (Also known as the Nevada-tan murder) was the murder of 12-year-old Satomi Mitarai committed by 11-year-old Natsumi Tsuji (AKA Nevada-tan or Girl A). The murder happened on June 1st, 2004 at Okubo Elementary School in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. The incident caused internet memes and discussions of lowering the age of criminal responsibility in Japan.

Course of events:

May 27th, 2004 - May 31st, 2004

Satomi and Natsumi used to be friends until one day, Satomi started commenting negative things on Natsumi's blog calling her heavy and calling her a “goody-goody.” Natsumi was offended by this and asked her for an apology. Satomi told her to stop being pretentious. Because of this, Natsumi started plotting Satomi's murder. She thought about either using an ice pick, a box cutter, or strangulation. She eventually decided a box cutter.

Natsumi's blog

June 1st, 2004

Satomi was asked by Natsumi to follow her into an empty classroom during lunchtime. Natsumi tells Satomi that today she was going to die. She then asked her if she'd like a towel over her eyes. Satomi refused. Natsumi then put her right hand over Satomi's eyes, pulled out a box cutter and slit Satomi throat to the point where she was almost decapitated. She also cut her arms. Natsumi then returned to her classroom with her clothes covered in blood. The teacher thought she hurt herself but then Natsumi said, “It's not my blood. I did something bad” while crying. She then pointed to the empty classroom. The teacher who had noticed that both of the girls were missing, stumbled upon Satomi's corpse and called the police. The crime scene was apparently so bad that some people that saw it ended up getting PTSD that day.

The school Natsumi and Satomi attended. Also where the murder took place.

After being taken custody, Natsumi confessed to the crime saying “I'm sorry, i'm sorry” To police officers. She spent the night at the police station crying and refusing to eat or drink. She initially mentioned no motive for the murder. Shorty afterward, she confessed that her and Satomi quarreled because of the messages left online.

On September 15, 2004, a Japanese Family Court ruled to institutionalize Natsumi, putting aside her young age because of the severity of the crime. She was sent to a reformatory in Tochigi Prefecture. The Nagasaki family court originally sentenced Natsumi to two years of involuntary commitment, but the sentence was extended by two years in September 2006, following a psychological evaluation. On May 29, 2008, local authorities announced that they did not seek an additional sentence. Natsumi was released, got married, and is under a new identity.

Where Natsumi was institutionalized

Because of her issues with communication and obsessive interests, Girl A was diagnosed after the murder with Asperger's syndrome.

Natsumi also received loads of fanart after the murder because of her cute looks. She was nicknamed “Nevada-tan” because of a class picture of her wearing a University of Nevada sweatshirt with "-tan" being a childlike pronunciation of the Japanese honorific suffix "-chan", generally used to refer to young girls.

Fanart of Nevada-tan

Flowers left at the school after the murder

Satomi's funeral