''Why would anyone buy this?'': Twitter furious as Jeffrey Dahmer's prison glasses are up for sale

2022-10-13 01:13:56 By : Ms. Wendy Wu

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer's life continues to generate interest among the public, thanks to the new hit Netflix series, Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

According to TMZ, the owner of a Cult Collectibles store in Vancouver, named Taylor James, said he's willing to sell off the Milwaukee Monster's prison glasses for $150,000.

Fans on Twitter were outraged over the sale. One netizen furiously asked:

Several fans took to Twitter to share their thoughts on Jeffrey Dahmer's glasses being up for sale. While many expressed their anger and outrage, others said the proceeds should go to the victims' families. Some also criticized people for glorifying serial killers and being obsessed with them.

Here's a look at some of the reactions on Twitter:

According to TMZ, Taylor James said he got the glasses two years back, along with other items belonging to Dahmer, which are also up for sale. The items include some of Dahmer's family photos, cutlery, and his bible, among other things.

Dahmer was arrested in July 1991 and ultimately received 15 consecutive life sentences. He was beaten to death at the Columbia Correctional Institution in Portage, Wisconsin, on November 28, 1994, by an inmate named Christopher Scarver.

The new Dahmer series on Netflix delves deep into the Milwaukee Monster's troubled childhood and early life. The show also explores the victims' backstories.

A brief description of the series, according to Netflix's official YouTube channel, reads:

The show stars Evan Peters as the notorious serial killer. The actor's performance received unanimous praise from viewers and critics.

Peters told Netflix that he was ''very scared about all of the things that he did'' and spoke about the ''dark places'' he had to go to in order to play the role. He said:

The show continues to polarize viewers and critics. Many are accusing the show of glorifying and romanticizing Dahmer's life while criticizing its depiction of graphic violence. Others, however, praised the series' thematic ambitions and gripping storytelling style.

You can watch Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer on Netflix.

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