Ep 3. Deadly Design
- TV-14
- April 23, 2020
- 43 min
Mark of a Killer Season 2 Episode 3, titled "Deadly Design," takes a deep dive into the case of a serial killer who left his victims naked and posed in sexually explicit positions. This episode of the popular true-crime series tracks the investigation of law enforcement agencies to capture the madman behind numerous killings and what they did to get justice.
The episode begins with the discovery of the first of several women who were tragically strangled, stripped naked, and posed in a sexually suggestive position. As detectives arrive at the grisly scene to investigate her murder, the evidence indicates that the killer might be an expert in graphic design. Through their investigation, they piece together the killer's modus operandi, which includes Botox injections, neck massages, and strategic placement of the bodies.
As the investigations progress, the team realizes that the killer has a fascination for wealthy men, beautiful women, expensive cars, and a lavish lifestyle. They track down his connections through Facebook and several other online platforms. Through their online surveillance, they discover that the killer is living a double life, keeping his regular, professional public persona separate from his dark and twisted private life.
As they unearth more clues, the detectives reveal that the killer is a nail technician, and with his graphic design expertise, he is capable of forging false identities and creating elaborate lies. The team also interviews people who have interacted with the killer and confirm their suspicions that he is a meticulous planner who is always in control of his surroundings.
Throughout the episode, the investigators reveal that the killer is an extremely intelligent man who was always one step ahead of them. They track him to various cities and states as he tries to evade capture. The forensic analysis of the evidence he left behind proves a steady stream of clues and provides the foundation for building a killer's profile.
The team reveals their breakthrough in cracking the case when after months of investigation; they unlock the missing piece of the puzzle. They discover that the killer had been recruiting women on Facebook for years, inviting them into his home, injecting them with Botox, and then killing them in cold blood. They rest their hopes on a wild gamble that the killer will resurface and leads law enforcement to him.
The episode concludes with the dramatic chase that led to the arrest of the elusive killer. Viewers are left on the edge of their seats, wondering what the future holds for this dangerous individual who has impacted so many families and taken so many lives.
In conclusion, "Deadly Design" is a captivating episode of Mark of a Killer that explores the mind of a serial killer who used his graphic design skills and sexual fetishes to prey on women. Through the episode, viewers get an insight into the intricate nature of the investigation process and the challenges faced by law enforcement in bringing this killer to justice.