The Crossbow Cannibal: Inside the Mind of Stephen Griffiths, PhD Student Turned Serial Killer

Stephen Griffiths, infamously known as the Crossbow Cannibal, left an indelible mark on the history of Bradford, England. Active from 2009 to 2010, Griffiths was not just any criminal; he was a PhD student and a criminology scholar with a deeply dark secret.

Born on December 24, 1969, in Dewsbury, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, Griffiths had an unremarkable early life. His father, variously described as a fisherman or a frozen food salesman, and his mother, Moira, a phone switchboard operator, seemed to lead ordinary lives. Yet, beneath this veneer of normalcy, Griffiths was nurturing disturbing tendencies.

Bailey Sarian, in her latest Mystery & Makeup installment, delves into the bizarre and horrific story of Griffiths. Known for her engaging storytelling while applying makeup, Sarian takes viewers on a journey to the heart of Bradford, a city with a rich history that was overshadowed by Griffiths' sinister acts.

In 2009, women began to disappear without a trace, vanishing into the night. The true extent of the horror only surfaced with the discovery of remains in the murky waters of the River Aire. Who was Stephen Griffiths, and what drove him to commit such heinous acts? How did he evade suspicion for so long?

Griffiths exhibited bizarre behavior: an unusual obsession with his hair, the choice of a crossbow as his weapon, and a distorted self-image that he clung to. Sarian's detailed narrative paints a chilling picture of a man who, despite his academic pursuits, was a cold-blooded killer.

Stephen Griffiths' actions continue to haunt the community of Bradford and beyond. For those curious about the intricate details of his life and crimes, Bailey Sarian's video offers a comprehensive and captivating exploration.

To dive deeper into the mind of the Crossbow Cannibal and understand the dark undercurrents of his seemingly academic life, watch Bailey Sarian's full video on YouTube.