Stephen West, the son of infamous serial killer Fred West, has shared chilling details about his father's horrific crimes in a revealing new documentary. The film delves into the disturbing family history and the psychological scars left on those who survived.
A Haunting Legacy
Stephen, now in his 50s, speaks candidly about growing up in the shadow of his father's atrocities. Fred West, along with his wife Rosemary, was responsible for the murders of at least 12 young women in the 1970s and 1980s. Their home in Gloucester became a house of horrors, where victims were buried in the garden and cellar.
Breaking the Silence
In the documentary, Stephen describes the moment he learned the truth about his father's crimes. "It was like the ground had been ripped from under me," he recalls. "I couldn't comprehend how someone I knew could do such things."
The Impact on Survivors
The documentary also features interviews with other family members and survivors, painting a harrowing picture of life under Fred West's reign of terror. Experts weigh in on the psychological toll such crimes take on the families of perpetrators.
A Story That Still Shocks
Decades after the crimes were uncovered, the case continues to fascinate and horrify. The documentary aims to shed light on the human cost of such atrocities, beyond the sensational headlines.
