Krugersdorp Killers | Satanic Cult Murders

Summary

The Krugersdorp murders, a chilling case from South Africa, involved a cult called Electus Per Deus and six individuals led by Cecilia Stein. Between 2012 and 2016, they executed 11 brutal killings, targeting acquaintances and strangers, driven by a twisted belief in a satanic orphanage. The group's respectable facade hid their dark deeds until their arrest in 2016, leading to multiple life sentences and lengthy prison terms.

Takeaways

• 🔍 The Krugersdorp murders involved a series of brutal killings in South Africa, linked to a cult called Electus Per Deum.
• 👥 Six individuals were convicted for their roles in the murders, including a mother and her two children.
• 🏛 The cult was formed as a breakaway group from a Christian church, with Cecilia Stein as the ringleader and mastermind.
• 💸 The cult members extorted money from their victims under the guise of supporting a non-existent anti-satanic orphanage.
• 🗡 The murders were committed between 2012 and 2016, with victims ranging from friends and strangers to even spouses.
• 👮‍♀️ Cecilia Stein, a teacher married to a police officer, was considered the mastermind behind the killings, though she claimed not to have been physically present.
• 🏡 The cult's activities included threats, robberies, and bombings targeting members of their former church.
• 💔 The motive behind the murders was a complex mix of revenge, control, and a twisted sense of religious duty.
• 🚨 The police eventually cracked the case by tracking ATM withdrawals and identifying key suspects through CCTV footage.
• ⚖️ The trial revealed the extent of the cult's activities and the sentences ranged from life imprisonment to over a century in jail for some members.

Q & A

What is the main subject of the video script?

The main subject of the video script is the Krugersdorp murders, a series of brutal killings in South Africa involving a cult called Electus Per Deum.

How many people were convicted for the Krugersdorp murders?

Six people were convicted for the Krugersdorp murders.

What was the name of the religious cult involved in the murders?

The religious cult involved in the murders was called Electus Per Deum.

How many people were murdered in the Krugersdorp case?

Eleven people were murdered in the Krugersdorp case.

What was the role of Cecilia Stein in the cult and the murders?

Cecilia Stein was the ringleader and mastermind behind the Electus Per Deum cult and the Krugersdorp murders. She was convicted and received 13 life sentences plus 155 years.

What was the connection between the cult and the church 'Overcomers Through Christ'?

Cecilia Stein and other members of the cult were initially part of the 'Overcomers Through Christ' church before forming their own cult, Electus Per Deum.

What was the motive behind the murders according to the script?

The motive behind the murders was a mix of cult-related activities, personal vendettas, and financial gain, as the cult members targeted people for various reasons including their association with the church and for their money.

How did the cult members lure their victims?

The cult members lured their victims by posing as potential business partners, government workers, or friends, and arranged meetings to carry out the murders.

What was the significance of the tattoos 'Electus Per Deum' on the cult members?

The tattoos 'Electus Per Deum' were a sign of initiation and allegiance to the cult, symbolizing that they were 'chosen by God'.

How did the police eventually catch the cult members responsible for the murders?

The police caught the cult members by reviewing ATM footage that matched the money movement of the victims' bank accounts, which led them to Marcel and Larue, who eventually confessed and provided details of their crimes.

What were the sentences received by the main cult members?

Cecilia received 13 life sentences plus 155 years, Marinda received 11 life sentences plus 115 years, and Zack was sentenced to eight life sentences plus 93 years. Larue accepted a plea deal for 25 years in prison, and Marcel received seven life sentences plus 144 years. John Barnard was sentenced to 30 years in prison after accepting a plea deal to testify against Cecilia, Marinda, and Zack.