Born to Kill? (2005)

Episode Overview

John Allen Muhammad, a 42-year-old Gulf War veteran, and his 17-year-old stepson, John Lee Malvo, were found guilty in 2004 of the infamous ‘Washington sniper’ attacks that gripped the nation for three weeks. Authorities discovered a firearm in their vehicle, which had been fired 13 times. The pair was responsible for the deaths of ten individuals and left three others injured. Inside the car, police also recovered a scope and tripod, suggesting they shot their victims from the trunk, which had a concealed opening. Experts largely agree that Muhammad was the driving force behind their crimes. The motives behind their actions remain unclear, leaving psychologists to speculate about Muhammad’s mental state, while questioning the motivations of his stepson.