Russell Williams Murder Case | Mental Health & Personality

This video answers the questions: Can I analyze the Russell Williams case? What are the mental health and personality factors at work in this case? Russell Williams was a colonel in the Canadian Armed Forces who lived a double life.
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Antisocial personality disorder is a “Cluster B” personality disorder in the diagnostic and statistical manual, it has seven symptom criteria, three of which are required for diagnosis.
1: Repeated unlawful behaviors
2: Consistent deceitfulness
3: Impulsivity, poor planning
4: Aggressiveness, physical fights
5: Reckless disregard for safety
6: Consistent irresponsibility
7: Lack of remorse
Narcissistic personality disorder is a “Cluster B” personality disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. It has nine symptom criteria, five of which are required for a diagnosis.
1: Grandiose sense of self-importance
2: Fantasies
3: Special or unique
4: Requires excessive admiration
5: Sense of entitlement
6: Manipulative
7: Lacks empathy for others
8: Often envious
9: Arrogant attitudes or behaviors
Narcissism:
There are two types of narcissism: With grandiose narcissism we see characteristics like being extroverted, socially bold, self-confident, having a superficial charm, being resistant to criticism, and being callous and unemotional. Vulnerable narcissism is characterized by shame, anger, aggression, hypersensitivity, a tendency to be introverted, defensive, avoidant, anxious, depressed, socially awkward, and shy.
American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: Author.
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[@qoh7360]

I served him coffee several times on his way to the base. This case shook our town to the core. He always gave me and the other girls I worked with the creeps.

[@zingwilder9989]

So you ladies did pick up something odd in his behavior? A creep is definitely what he is.

[@robburrows2737]

Go with your gut feelings. This one is one sick f___.

[@kristinsnider5400]

I was going to ask you if there was something about him that was eerie. I bet he just had a odd manner about him. He was so flat when discussing the break ins and murders as well as dressing up.

[@Havre_Chithra]

Did you work at the Timmies right near the museum?

[@jagdpanther2224]

He was very creepy when he head up and smiling at the security TV camera during his interrogation!

[@rmbroadwell]

This guy is one of the most terrifying cases in my opinion. He was high functioning. He hid in women's basements until they fell asleep. Every time I go to my basement I think about him. Something about this really bothers me on a deep level.

[@Ilovetruecrime545]

I read a book on his crimes and it is very scary. This is a woman’s nightmare.

[@rmbroadwell]

@@Ilovetruecrime545 Yes!

[@overimagination2812]

He's like a virus, only much taller.

[@Starburst7641]

@Rachael Get a dog, OR TWO

[@MrsDannunzio]

YES! Even worse is the cat part of that story. She went looking for her cat and she could see that the cat was freaked out or looking at "something" and it was Russell! He was so evil and terrifying in his crimes. The true stuff of nightmares.

[@jodiefinney5072]

Jim Smyth, the detective that did the interrogation, was excellent.

[@gvfdgirl]

He was absolutely excellent! The interrogation/interview of RW is one to be analysed on it's own! I would like to see Dr Grande look into that one!

[@cagurl9113]

They use interrogation tape in this case to train new investigators in both Canada & US!

[@pearlhaynacole8102]

Yasss, excellent detective indeed!

[@aeris2001]

@Agent Margaritaville there's always one Lunatic

[@wyguy1212]

Vix you should check out the JCS video on This. It is a criminal psychologist breaking down the interview methods. I think they’re great.

[@toasted_.coconut]

As a woman that lives alone this case terrified me. Imagine looking for your cat late at night and a man walks out of the shadows.

[@philomelodia]

Get yourself a gun. At least a bat. Take some self-defense classes.

[@Anna-loves-you]

The officer who interviewed him did an amazing job, so fascinating to watch

[@rose-mariechauret7358]

Very true.

[@meme-bz6iw]

can happen to you anytime ....be aware...

[@tessharte1307]

The interrogation of Russell was riveting and I believe a model for training future interrogators.

[@farmalmta]

One problem is that too many cops are actually pretty dumb and unable to pull off this level of interrogation excellence. Most would have fncked this interrogation up. Second, most cops have major control and ego issues such that they'd have to over-the-top dominate the suspect which would have been a terrible play for this creep, Williams.

[@untitled06]

he got sloppy and left a lot of evidence behind, the case was open and closed at that point they just needed a confession to stop it costing millions of dollars in court.

[@keithammleter3824]

@@untitled06 : Not sloppy at all. Leaving "evidence" behind is a standard police method. It doesn't matter if the suspect destroys it - they are only copies. The originals are kept under lock and key. In court, the rules of evidence require that a custody officer must swear that he had control & possession of the evidence (the originals) at all times. Leaving the room and leaving the copies behind gives the interrogating officer a break, time to think out his next moves, and lets the perp study the copies and think at length how his goose is cooked. Pressure on the cop comes off and pressure on the perpetrator increases. If the suspect is innocent, he won't pay much attention to the copies - he knows it isn't evidence against him.

[@commonsense2680]

@@untitled06 They needed the interrogation because one of the victim's body was still missing. They got him to tell them where she was. They already had more than enough evidence to sentence him to life w/o parole.

[@suzannes5888]

I find it almost impossible to believe the Russell did not start his illegal activities long before 2007.

[@GoGreen1977]

There's been no evidence that he committed similar crimes before 2007.

[@invincible9462]

@@GoGreen1977 obviously genius...otherwise we would've heard about him prior. Most people involved in criminal activities aren't caught during the commission of their first crimes. It's a perfectly valid idea to think that he had some something prior to this murder, but got away with it. 🙄

[@keithammleter3824]

@@GoGreen1977 The only reason the police were able to pin 82 break & enters and underwear stealing on him is because the stupid idiot documented it all on his computer. It could well be he had done more but a computer he had before broke down or the hard disk crashed.

[@barneyronnie]

His attainment of an elevated military status empowered him to finally give in to his darkest fantasies ... one might describe his behavior as having been emboldened! He was escalating towards murder. It is my professional opinion that Russell was a latent / passive homosexual.

[@lindaolsen7089]

Same.

[@Raev222]

I just want to thank you for not going into details about the assaults in your videos, and for using the words you do and avoiding others.. I've noticed you seem careful with choosing your words in that area, and no matter if it's for the viewers or KZbin guidelines, I'm still glad it is like that. So I hope you'll continue like that.

[@jabrayjay6679]

I also really appreciate it. I find psychology fascinating, but not explicit details of grim crimes.

[@Lilleskoer]

The psychology, pathology and backgrounds are what is important for me. Definitely not colorful descriptions of the crimes. I appreciate the Dr's couth approach very much. Thank you Dr!

[@risksikrikak903]

apparently todd is not grandiose

[@mdmmalou]

Yes, I am very grateful to Dr. Grand, for that too. No horrifying dark music and scary images in the background. The psychological questions behind it are of value. 'What's wrong with people going this far ...' As down to earth as possible, without being frightened by sensation manipulation. Also to prevent yourself from falling for a highly toxic person. On the outside they look soo 'normal'.

[@nathandevine437]

@@Lilleskoer l lol

[@reinadegrillos]

I'm a Mexican living in Spain and what amazes me the most about this case is that he was investigated , judged and condemned as any other not "importan" citizen. In Mexico and Spain this would have been silenced and passed over as it had never happened. As for Mt. Russell I think he was a very dangerous killer because he was so up in the social and military world, and seemed so organized. Thank you for your insight, Dr. Grande.

[@josenavas9968]

Ms an interesting comment and point of view. There seems to be two sets of standards of justus. One for the influential then for everyone else. The man clearly hiding in plain site. Wearing his uniform as shield to protect him from himself. Strange as it seems how many others are out there? Doctors, nurses, accountants excrete.. then there the everyday person one expected that lived next door two houses down. My point is one never knows. The two lady's he killed certainly didn't know. For all his accomplishment and rank. That the strangest of all no one expected him of his crimes and he knew it. His wife? She probably married his uniform not him. For him the responsibility lies IF he does get his pension and most likely he was disowned by the airforce he loved the most will receive nothing. Sad

[@jennahopkins8189]

How many people became nervous when he started to address the need to repetitively listen to a song?

[@jennifersalzwedel5126]

Jenna Hopkins he was self-hypnotizing to become Diana Ross.

[@cobosigatti5881]

Haha haha 😂 🤣 made me go side-eye....lol

[@sally4026]

🙋‍♀️

[@giovanna8187]

I wonder what the song was?

[@jennahopkins8189]

@@valerierodger7700 Oh, I absolutely did the same when they came out with that cover. It gave me chills when they performed it on Conan.

[@pumpkie9408]

I'm guessing that the reason the military was so thorough with the destruction of his affiliation with them, not due to anger, but rather to distance the association. They probably did not want to have to explain how a man so ill could have been so apparently highly revered and promoted within the military.

[@souadharbi4163]

psycopath are very Manipulative

[@redt7452]

Yup that’s what I was thinking too.

[@toffanful]

They publicly stated that Russell fooled them and promised to review their promotional testing. Was it done? I think so as my daughter is a lieutenant and had to go through significant testing throughout the process.

[@miss.spent-youth1454]

I think alot of sociopaths/ psychopatgs/ narcissists are attracted to the military and I think the military see their lack of emotion/ robotic/ ability to distance themselves as a quality that fits highly with their agenda

[@alzychoze6591]

Any significantly large organization will behave in the exact same way.

[@longwhitemane]

Thank you so much for reviewing Russell Williams. This man scares me more than most because he was in authority figure, someone you're supposed to be able to trust implicitly. This just confirms my belief that you never know what these uniforms and executive suits do behind closed doors. Again great job!

[@1Wendy_Woo]

The men, and women, in blue. Plenty of AWFUL people in authority figure positions.

[@petkatch9257]

Watch again "Eyes Wide Shut" movie, and you will find how much you are right.

[@longwhitemane]

@@petkatch9257 Thanks! But I am very familiar with "Eyes Wide Shut" and all that is behind it.

[@FernandoVazquez-ro1nw]

- How is that surprising to many?! For real? To carry out those jobs: Soldier, Police Officer, Etc. (Authority), one needs a certain degree of detachment from other people's feelings, sometimes stretching to far to total psychopathy.

[@longwhitemane]

@@FernandoVazquez-ro1nw Not many people know that most psychopaths are top executives, or high command in the military.

[@EverettNewell]

As a Canadian who lived (and travelled) along the stretch of land where his crimes were committed, this one really spooked many of us.

[@overimagination2812]

Not enough of us, I can't believe how many people never heard of this douche.

[@EverettNewell]

over imagination - wow, it was huge for everyone I knew between Ottawa and Toronto. He was handily caught, IMO.

[@bizinsky]

Jim Smyth is a legend. You’re lucky to have him up there.

[@annaheff7332]

Yeah, living in Ottawa and having been to Tweed and other places in this story it’s so creepy to think of him being here, hiding in plain sight.

[@isopropylene]

Oh man live so close to Trenton spooky shit

[@mrskarp74]

It was a terrifying time for us in and around Tweed. Everytime I drive past Jessica 's house I think of it. He ruined so many lives. His former cottage was leveled.

[@ohdear2275]

His Nissan Pathfinder was crushed and destroyed, too. In the divorce settlement, he got the cottage in Tweed. His wife got their townhouse.

[@keithp6699]

@@ohdear2275 Why the hell did he not just let his wife have everything? Given that he'll never be getting out of jail ever again

[@keithp6699]

Is it true that the family of his first break in bought the house he used to live in?

[@colleenorrick5415]

I live very near where his crimes were committed. Every time I travel the highway where she lived I think of Jessica Lloyd and what he did to her. I think of her mother and brother. I think of the courage that must have sustained her through her ordeal only to be killed.

[@catcoffee7958]

May she rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏

[@vivienleigh4640]

I watched the interrogation tape a while ago. It's truly fascinating to see when he realizes that there's no point in lying anymore. Thank you Dr. Grande! Interesting as always!

[@tomfuller5585]

Smyth: "Russ, maybe this will help. What's the issue that you're struggling with?" Russ: "I'm wishing I'd worn a different pair of boots for this interview."

[@contraptions]

Right ? He got away with stuff for so long, he thought he was invincible. And don't forget the Uniform and Rank he used as a disguise to fly under the radar .....

[@GirlArmy21]

We crossed paths once while I was posted in Cold Lake, Alberta. I was a young soldier in my very early 20s. I worked at Wing Ops...and he and his crew came thru our office. I remembered him because of that patch of hair on his head...I remember thinking if Charlie Brown was a real adult, this would be him. I recognized him immediately years later.

[@007nadineL]

Funny ick

[@debram5650]

"We see an ever so subtle expression of anger and disgust." Another witty gem from Dr Grande!

[@AlfieDog4]

His only emotion during the interrogation seemed to be his concern that his wife would be upset if they disturbed the house in an evidence search 🤔

[@randomlady6899]

He also appeared very concerned about minimising the impact on her life in general. It seemed so odd that he was capable of so much care for his wife in contrast to the horrific crimes he committed against other women

[@franmellor9843]

@@randomlady6899 yes this stood out for me too ..very odd

[@xeno4746]

@@randomlady6899 Was it really concern for his wife?? or was he afraid his wife could see the evidence he stored in his garage.

[@ryanjacobson2508]

@@randomlady6899 The BTK killer (Dennis rader) was regarded by his own family as a solid husband and father. It does seem like a few of these guys can really pull off the double life/personality thing.

[@ellecee453]

@@ryanjacobson2508 I'm not trying to be funny--but would you have expected them to say otherwise?

[@meggallucci5300]

Odd crimes. It appears that this man struggled with inner demons for some time. He lost that battle which must have been internally ferocious. Fortunately, he was apprehended or I imagine he would have continued to murder. Great analysis, Dr. Grande.

[@Dino-pq3eu]

It seems that alot if his crimes started when he got a huge promotion to base commander. This goes along with what you suggested and might be related to the stress he was starting to feel. It might have exasperated his feelings so he acted on them.

[@Robert-xn3dc]

I don't know if I would agree with him wrestling with inner demons, as that indicates a desire for change. To me it appears that he was growing in boldness and unremorseful towards his victims. Although I am no expert.

[@mrfake675]

Stress is demon fuel

[@batman4ever860]

Yes I agree with your notion. In a way Im also a little bit curious how Dr. Grande would explain the fact that the colonel with these demons/personality traits/disorders was put on special watch after failing with an attempt on his own life. Or would that just be the conscientious part of him that would try to rid the world of his own evil?

[@courtneybizeau9055]

@@batman4ever860 He didn't want notoriety. He's likely ashamed of the humiliation this will bring down on the Canadian Forces. . Studies in Germany have shown that many people struggle tremendously with odd sexual fantasies or paraphellia's and they don't really have anyone to talk to about it. Confidential/non-judgement lines were set up as a pilot project for those wanting help to overcome dangerous desires and they received 800 calls in just a handfull of hours. I believe he has suffered many years with odd sexual paraphelia's, trying not to let it develop but it just slowly did. And it escalated from underwear to rape and then murder so quickly, it was like he was a caged bull that was let out of a pen. He would have never stopped. He seems to have a fetish for snuff filming since that is exactly what he did by videotaping live his encounter with Marie France. She lived every womans worst nightmare. If only to know what triggered it in his past to develop and what triggered it's release so late in life.

[@JohnPaul-le4pf]

I saw the two "Fifth Estate" videos on this guy, including the interrogation. Very scary individual.

[@JohnPaul-le4pf]

@m norton buswell I enjoy them, too. It's interesting to watch another country's news, and get away from the 24-hour American saturation coverage of every story, especially politics.

[@carolv8450]

Yes, hand -fisting a woman anally is pretty bizarre! Cant imagine!

[@giovanna8187]

@@carolv8450 He was probably impotent. Goes with the exaggerated musculine affect and the secretive crossdressing.

[@mmooraj]

Me personally I dont agree with the crimes that Russ committed what he did was extremely cruel & heartbreaking. However I like Russ not because of the crimes such as the murders & the 2 rapes but I respect his work ethic & patience, he is indeed inspiring as much as he is scary.

[@powbobs]

Mikail Mooraj You’re scary.

[@Magdalene777]

Thank you very much! I'm Canadian and live in Ontario, so this was particularly horrifying at the time it happened. I think what's so disquieting is someone this disturbed slipped through the cracks and ended up in a high profile position with a lot of responsibility.

[@franmellor9843]

Yes and he's on vid footage saluting and flying HM QUEEN ELIZABETH ll

[@janetwilliams6043]

@@franmellor9843 well think about Jimmy Saville & her son Ponce Andrew. For yrs there's been rumors about the darkness within the BRF & none of it would shock me

[@Calla-sl8gd]

Dr. Grande, thanks for this video. Like others, I've watched the CBC News and Fifth Estate videos about this man, and he sickens me to the pit of my stomach. One telling thing I remember from one of the videos is that Williams was asked by his interrogator if he would kill again if he hadn't been caught ... Williams answered: I had hoped not. Canada needs to keep him behind bars for the rest of his life. Thoughts and prayers for his many victims.

[@Ilovetruecrime545]

I was nursing in a hospital when this story came out in 2010 and one of the male nurses, about the same age as Russell, was previously in the military for many years as a medic. It was very interesting to listen to this man’s perspective on Russell. He also had that “military” mindset and was organized, clean, militant, but not in a way that impeded his functioning. He was actually fun to work with! I liked that unit and our discussions about Russell is a fond memory from working there. Lol

[@MrsDannunzio]

But LITTLE did you KNOW...

[@007nadineL]

What were his perspectives ffs Jfc

[@josiek5989]

Being Canadian, I remember when this happened so clearly. The video of the interrogation was so masterful - that police officer is a real hero for nailing the confession and finding poor Jessica's body. At the time all this was coming out, I was reading "The Good Marriage" by Stephen King - about a serial killer who is found out by his wife after decades, and the whole question was how could it have gone on for so long under her nose without any knowledge of this - and how nobody would believe that she didn't know. There was certainly doubt in Canada if his wife had any inkling of his crimes or not - but I don't think we will ever know.

[@KimChi-iy7jd]

The thing about relatives of murderers and knowing or not knowing is... I think people unconsiously do not want to know oftentimes or sometimes are not able to know if they themselves do not know what a healthy relationship is. It is the same with falling in love with a mismatched partner, people around the person know it and even voice it and the person falling in love sometimes does not believe it, but sometimes finds out family and real friends have told the truth later. In dysfunctional relationships the "victim partner" is not a pure victim if everyone was a grown up when the relationship started and was started willingly. Very often partners do look the other way, unconciously or even conciously because to maintain the relationship is for some reason better/easier/more secure than questioning the partner's behaviours and or actions. And sometimes these partners really do not know, because they themselves do not know what a good relationship contains.

[@KimChi-iy7jd]

I think (just a personal believe) that his wife must have known about his fetish. They had a stable relationship over many years and he was able to control his urges and suddenly they were more distant. Obviously something has changed. Maybe she stopped having sex with him, maybe she did not want to do some ritual they have developed together anymore, whatever it was, something changed. Pure speculation still is the only explanation that he suddenly at his old age started to escalate so fast. Before he obviously was sexually satisfied after the change (whatever it was) he was not anymore. It is such a shame, that nobody thought to go to therapy. I think it could have helped.

[@1Wendy_Woo]

Same as in marriages where the wife never knew he was a drug addict, or philanderer, thief, etc. It's shocking. *to say the least ps) will be checking out that book soon! Thanks ~ I love SK

[@Grimenoughtomaketherobotcry]

His wife is one of his victims. I find it appalling that people default to, "She MUST have known." Psychopaths deceive people elaborately. It's one of the major traits of psychopathy. And why just put it on his wife? Surely the people he worked with at CFB Trenton, "must have known." And everybody in Tweed, etc., etc. Another factor to consider is that his position as base commander gave him considerable control over how he spent his time. He may well have abused this privilege of rank to plan his crimes while, "out of the office", which would have been important in maintaining his deception of both his wife and co-workers. I don't know how much evidence was discovered in their primary residence, but even then, in the average house there must be many places where things can be hidden with minimal chance of accidental discovery. While I could be wrong, I am inclined to give her the benefit of any doubt.

[@Swampzoid]

You joked "nightmare addition of hoarders" which lead me to wonder if you'd ever consider analyzing the mind of hoarders or perhaps a certain hoarder case you found interesting. Thank you.

[@jmklind]

He has videos on hoarding!

[@sarahholland1375]

I always think its interesting the US programme on Hoarding says "hoarders think everything they have has value or there is an emotional attachment" . It then pans to a room that's 60-70% dirty food cartons & animal feces. Surely that's not valuable or emotionally meaningful....

[@longwhitemane]

@@sarahholland1375 Trust me, there is emotional attachment like you wouldn't believe! My mother was a hoarder & addict. Not of trash, thank God, but of stuff she'd find at yard sales. She was always going to resell it, but it never happened. We tried to get rid of stuff many times, but she'd go crazy! After she died, my dad donated all her stuff to Salvation Army. All that crap filled 3 TRUCKLOADS! Not to mention all of the bottles of Valium stashed here and there. So yeah, I've lived it, and it's real.

[@Dwightstjohn-fo8ki]

having owned a moving company in Canada and having calls from welfare workers/landlords/social housing to clean out places, almost ALL hoarders with a few exceptions are caucasians. virtually all.

[@Ripleys_mom]

My mother passed a couple months ago. I was overwhelmed with all the stuff\junk left in her trailer. Crazy, just crazy. I'm gonna go thru my stuff and toss out the junk I haven't used in the past year. I don't want to leave it for my kids. I do, however, have a hugh stash of yarn and pens. So I told myself no more yarn until I use up at least a third of what I have. Edit - I swear I tried but alas I fell off the wagon.

[@sarahholland1375]

Another great analysis. Loving so many new ones to break up lock down. Making your room mate the butt of your 'jokes'... I've always thought a lot of 'jokes' aren't funny - & show a nasty need to humiliate & make the joker look 'clever'.

[@supergrahamg]

it was more specific than what the head-shrinker states; he did in women's closets, fellow students etc, stayed there for a while presumably getting a pervy bang out of it, and then jumped out, like it was all a prank. Yeah, right. What a total creep and parody of a human being. Bring back the death penalty, I say

[@danpraught6872]

I remember when Williams took over as the Base Commander in Trenton a friend of mine was the Base Safety Officer and I talked to her that same night on the phone and she said "Dan have we ever got us a weasel as the new boss". I never forgot that. Didn't

[@greasyflight6609]

He just looked wrong...like a robot

[@JellyBeanInTheNight]

This one always scared me because his military colleagues stated they had absolutely no inclination that he was anything out of the ordinary, and they are skilled in reading people through their various military trainings. So for an average person without trainings it must have been quite easy for him to hide. Makes me wonder how many people have similar alter egos without triggering suspicion in anyone.

[@MomCatMeows]

That’s a terrifying thought.

[@gaiaiulia]

That's an interesting thought, and another connection with the Gary Ridgway case and also Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper in the UK. Both of them were quite average looking and behaving. Ridgway was a truck painter, I think and worked in the same factory for years. Sutcliffe was a lorry driver and his crimes were spread over a wide area, and communication between UK police forces was poorvat the tine, with no c4ome data bases, as was the case with Ridgway. Both were married and neither wife had an idea that their husbands were serial killers. Ridgway was married three times but I don't think any of the wives knew what he was really like. It must be very shocking, horrifying really, to find that the man you loved turns out to be among the worst of serial killers, and to think that you hadn't got a clue.

[@duggydugg3937]

bet there's someone who knew or suspected

[@mikearnold5746]

@@gaiaiulia loo

[@alenelevin1757]

Like bind torture kill.

[@uria702]

The lack of any social skill when young explains why he was so successful in the military. That type of personality does extremely well in a highly structured environment where thinking for yourself is discouraged and obeying orders is rewarded. I wonder if any characteristics of his marriage can be attributed to that as well.

[@uria702]

@Ava Kim you don’t have to be a “team player”. Flying is not a sport or team exercise. You have to be good at taking orders from your superiors and be very exacting. The type of personality who does well in military settings is the opposite of the team player type. It’s the type that does what they are told with precision.

[@danieldabella4869]

@@uria702 You have no idea about the military and military culture. Western militaries are absolutely team based and uniform. It is the idea behind shaving their heads and in boot camp recruits referring to themselves as "this recruit..." instead of "my" and "I". Also, when one recruit fucks up the entire platoon or squad are conditioned for that recruits mistakes. Soliders are typically highly consciousness. Decisions are made on the lowest level possible this is unique to western armies. However, the reigns are often put in the commanding officers hands to make decisions for their soliders. This isn't 19th century armies using their soliders as cannon fodder.

[@bevilhive]

Call him Russ.

[@franmellor9843]

Haha....he just didn't get it

[@josiek5989]

That interview though.....

[@schiffelers3944]

McKamey (?)

[@mmooraj]

U should go meet him & call him that

[@mmooraj]

Me personally I dont agree with the crimes that Russ committed what he did was extremely cruel & heartbreaking. However I like Russ not because of the crimes such as the murders & the 2 rapes but I respect his work ethic & patience, he is indeed inspiring as much as he is scary.

[@kellyannallen2454]

The fact he took pictures of himself doing “ clean up” will make me check under my bed at night🥺 So many questions on this guy! Thanks Dr.G😉

[@tinawindham6958]

He’s one of two interrogations that are my absolute favorite. The other was the female cop that got busted years after she killed her ex bf’s wife. How russel could be two such different people is scary as hell. Thank God the guys reported his vehicle in the back yard. Thank u👍🏻

[@lynnemarkgraf8689]

Very interesting analysis. I've been upset and intrigued by this man. The dichotomy between killing/raping these women and his concern for his wife and her new house during his interrogation was fascinating.

[@mrfake675]

He had multiple personalities. Predator/officer/husband

[@FrankOdonnell-ej3hd]

what I've always found especially shocking and discouraging in this case is that someone with such a high level of accomplishment and responsibility in his chosen career along with respect from his peers could commit such horrors

[@teresas8173]

Fastest I’ve ever clicked on a video! He’s one of the most frightening killers ever and I now know it’s due to his primary psychopathy. Along with being a sadist, this guy is a walking nightmare. The interrogation video is a masterful piece of detective work. I’ve watched it multiple times. May his victims RIP. What they went through at the hands of this “ man” is unimaginable horror.

[@anitaroempke7310]

Teresa S so scaring and sorry that guys like this can even exist! R.I.P victims

[@ellecee453]

Me too, Teresa. The interrogation video is a valuable video for what it doesn't show, too--of note is Russell Williams' complete lack of concern for what is going on in his own neighborhood/community.

[@billhildebrand5053]

Teresa S I beat you ..🤣😅😄

[@overimagination2812]

He was a masochist... he enoyed humiliating himself while photographing and having the women watch..I don't believe he tortured the women, only killed them out of shame when it was all over...maybe I didn't catch that but from what I remember he was into their clothes and being seen in them.. but as a military man he couldn't let that cat out of the bag. He didn't hate women, he didn't mutiliate, he was a crossdresser with impulses he couldn't resist that had consequences he couldn't live with.. so he killed them.

[@jayman7752]

Have you seen “Jim can’t swim” episode on him? Very good but horrific subject matter.

[@cindyrhodes]

Wow! This murderer's behavior is a clear example of how violating the boundaries of others can turn into something horrific: he graduated from conducting pranks to committing murder. Dr. Grande's analysis is really well-organized and absolutely scientific and nonjudgmental. I am astounded by Dr. Grande's in-depth research! The intricate, intimate facts about RW's behavior appear in a logical timeline, and Dr. Grande helps us understand both how RW "graduated" to murder and how RW behaved/thought during this transition. The amount of evidence that RW kept (from souvenirs to records) is mind-boggling! I had to watch this twice in order to take it all in! Thank you, Dr. Grande!

[@karenmcpherson9221]

Whoa, worried there for a second. I've had a favorite song since I was ten years old and listen to it often on you tube and I'm 68 now. But I don't listen it to it so often people complain about it. Good video and I love your humor, Dr. Grande.

[@tinawindham6958]

Me,2 I’m 61 and the video and song from “Carwssh”, “I just wanna get next to you”. It’s such a cute, feel good song. Uptown funk gets me cleaning❤️

[@merrywalsh2809]

I had a song I used to blast onto our back patio over and over as a kid when my parents were not home. It was “Breakin’ Up Is Hard To Do” by Neil Sedaka. I’m not a psychopath, but the neighbors probably thought I was.

[@carolsh1983]

“Ever so subtle” show of disgust. This made me laugh. Russell’s interrogation is interesting if I recall correctly.

[@MystiDawn]

It is quite interesting, you do remember correctly lol

[@giovanna8187]

The interrogator was brilliant. I had never seen anything like it.

[@nancyt.7134]

The taped interrogation is actually used in teaching scenarios/classes, because it is just that good. There is a video out there somewhere that shows the full interrogation, but also has commentary as to why certain things are being said and done.

[@iamlight1]

It's the most artful and skillful interrogation. Fascinating. I loved that guy!

[@trailwindz7833]

What Diana Ross song was it? "I'm coming out?"

[@janetwilliams6043]

I thought the same thing since he was wearing ladies underwear & taking pics of himself

[@miralong8501]

I'm coming out SPOT ON!

[@daisychainmilk]

This man was not gay. To equate that song to a killer is kind of homophobic.

[@daisychainmilk]

@Corby Dorian Shut it straightie

[@rodneydaub3812]

I was looking for a song I could juxtapose with the panty stealing

[@marknc9616]

It is horror film type of stuff where Marie-France Comeau's cat discovered Russell hidden in her basement.

[@edz619]

The detective who got the confession from Russell was an absolute genius! That was absolute textbook on how to interview a suspect!

[@tradeladder146]

Not really, his role is highly overated.

[@janpierzchala2004]

Officer was extremely good, but DNA, boots, tires made it a forgone...

[@CyrilSneer123]

@@janpierzchala2004 The detective got him to admit to the crime - that's worth more than any evidence.

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

I was neighbours with Russ and his wife in the 90s in Dartmouth Nova Scotia Canada. He was stationed at the Shearwater base. My ex wife befriended his wife and we had several get togethers and I basically saw him daily for years as neighbours do. I never cared for Russ he was very OCD. He had an immaculate CD collection and I was looking at it (much to his dismay) and asked to go across the street and make a recorded copy of a few CD. He just said “no” which was odd as I had helped teach shim to make home brew beer and other neighbourly things so and I didn’t see the issue. There was another time i spilled salt on his carpet and he was very annoyed and picked it up with his fingers grain by grain. Dude was cold but i was still shocked when I saw him arrested and the case unfold. My children played in his yard. That’s creepy to me now. Thx

[@criticRN]

Wow - too close for comfort eh? I live in Brighton, a few streets from the home of Marie France Comeau - it’s only 10 minutes to Trenton. I guess we never really know what makes people tick.

[@whitedragoness23]

He didn’t have a vacuum cleaner for spilled salt?

[@LCPrimrose]

Thank you for this commentary, Dr. Grande. I am one of the listerners that asked you to do an analysis of Williams. I remember how disturbing it was to watch the Dateline special about him several years ago. Appreciate for your insight!

[@BrainsApplied]

At this rate, Dr. Grande will run out of murderers to talk about in a year 😛

[@mrs.reluctant4095]

You horribly underestimate the actual number of murderersin the world...

[@junglistgrrl]

Lmfao.

[@sarahholland1375]

There's a murder every 33mins in the US alone, so doubt it!!

[@Flying-Roro]

I hope he starts analysing more cases outside of North America. We have very interesting cases too :p

[@BrainsApplied]

@@Flying-Roro he needs to be able to read the information of course 😉

[@auntiebex3387]

By now I have watched almost all of your videos and the overall quality is excellent. With that said, there’s something about this particular video which is especially impressive. Your analysis is so insightful. Thank you Dr. Grande.

[@ZombieMiezz]

I've secretly waited for this. Thank you Dr. Grande. It's a pleasure as always.

[@lunariian]

Thank you for all the videos!! I love the new direction you've taken and I really love that you listen to the community so much. Thank you and stay safe! ❤️

[@kimberlygabaldon3260]

I'm glad to hear that listening to the same song over and over isn't all that weird. I've been guilty of that, but the song changes often. Thanks for the observation about practical jokes. It does seem that they often go too far, and I have thought that some of them were sadistic.

[@Silkenray]

I do that. I’d just assumed it was related to my OCD.

[@carolsh1983]

It has always baffled me that people think it is funny to distress people they claim to like. A practical joke is only good if everyone is laughing.

[@Maxwe11Z]

That cracked mirror prank actually seems pretty funny.

[@kimberlygabaldon3260]

@@carolsh1983 I know, right? People post KZbin videos with horrible "pranks," such as slipping people super hot foods. Seems like a good way to lose friends.

[@laurawhitaker1797]

Maxwe11Z It’s also interesting and likely unintentional symbolism as conceived by Russell Williams.

[@marciabradley7660]

This is a case I’ve watched at every opportunity. He reminds me of the character in American Psyco. My curiosity lies in what he is like in prison. I wouldn’t be surprised if he running the joint. I also wonder if anyone sensed his psychopathy? I’ve had experiences sensing danger when meeting a person where others clearly did not.

[@mrfake675]

He's not running anything in prison. Rapists are looked down upon.

[@marciabradley7660]

@@mrfake675 I noticed there are no reports about him. He must be keeping to himself.

[@whodat7084]

He is in isolation. He tried to kill himself by stuffing a toilet paper roll down his throat but guards saved him. He also went on a short lived hunger strike once.

[@marciabradley7660]

@@whodat7084 thanks for the update. He must be in living hell.

[@whodat7084]

@@marciabradley7660 You’re welcome. It sounds like he’s miserable and I have no sympathy for him!

[@tessatennant6265]

Oh my goodness! I requested this video about a week ago, but I didn’t know you would actually do it. I’m so glad you did because this is such a fascinating case, and your analysis was EXCELLENT! Thank you Dr. Grande! :)

[@yesterdayitrained]

Dr. Grande is sooo awesome… I hope he knows 😀

[@perdidoatlantic]

He was Queen Elizabeth’s pilot when she visited Canada.

[@louise-yo7kz]

🥺

[@beaulieuc8910]

Well the Royals do mix with bad uns

[@AndriaBieberDesigns]

Wow!

[@risksikrikak903]

a creep hvg to p/u a bunch of rich royal creeps.somehow fits.apparently theres a lot we don't know abt them but for prince andrew and his restraint or lack thereof and exposing his involvement w youknowwho.

[@abelis644]

_yì@@risksikrikak903 There are assholes in every crowd, not all wealthy people are bad.

[@salemthesphynx2226]

Dr. Grande thank you so much for being a beacon of interest and fascination during this difficult time of COVID. 🙏❤️

[@kam0406]

Great analysis, as always! I would like to see an analysis of hoarders. Specifically how this disorder progresses. I know someone who hoards food. He has 3 refrigerator/freezers, as well as a deep freezer, all of which are completely full to the point things are stacked to the top and there is often an avalanche of food that falls out when he opens the door. Still, he buys more food. All of his cupboards are stuffed full as well. He does cook and enjoys it, but the amount of food that is wasted because it goes bad is astounding. He mentioned his mom also did this. Is there any type of therapy that could help someone with this? He goes to the grocery store and compulsively buys things on a daily basis he obviously doesn't need. I think my friend has some other issues as well and seems to struggle with alcohol use disorder and maybe gambling as well. Are there any links between hoarding and addiction? Is food hoarding different than other types? There seems to be a lack of research, but hoarding doesn't seem to necessarily be a rare disorder.

[@judywright4241]

---My BF and I found out (because we NEVER ADMITTED TO IT BEFORE) we were avidly watching A & E’s ‘Hoarder’s Show’ and for the same reason, we both harbored deep fears of developing the disorder because of relatives. 🤔🤯🙃

[@folkloreofbeing]

@Farque Matthews boarders work full time too. In fact having MORE money means more hoarding.

[@mommyharris1111]

The person you are talking about that hoards food probably had some type of traumatic experience where there was not enough food. My Dad has always collected too much junk from my earliest memories. He was extremely poor and neglected as a child and I truly think this was the reason why.

[@dawnpence3248]

I see it as an addiction to stuff! My mom said she was jealous that my kid could throw things away, I had never noticed hoarding cause they're so neat

[@gerrycook8076]

Very interesting that, despite his high intelligence, Williams failed to anticipate the incriminating tire tracks and footprints in the snow, and that he foolishly wore that footwear to his police interrogation. It's as if he wanted his ruse to end.

[@cheriefrench6956]

More likely arrogance. His high rank he figured would cover his butt. And yes maybe subconsciously he was tired.

[@alzychoze6591]

Hubris.

[@jyesucevitz]

btw, the detective during the interrogation was so beautifully done. he manuvered that interrogation almost flawlessly. such great work,

[@Bradders-ik3vm]

I'm sure you can read my mind I wanted this for the next video and here it is. Fantastic video again 👏

[@mrooz9065]

Thank you Dr. Grande for another great analysis. I truly appreciate your ethical choice of words, method of delivery on sensitive subjects, avoiding sensationalism, and resisting the greed for rating.

[@ryansheridan6845]

I was a serving member of the CAF, resident of Orleans, Ontario (Ottawa suburb where he broke into numerous homes) when this all happened. This was an extremely frightening time and felt like it was something out of a movie. I met this man very briefly while working at NDHQ in Ottawa. Nobody could fathom the terrible crimes this monster was commiting and brought incredible shame to not only the Canadian Armed Forces but all Canadians in general. Even though his crimes were beyond horrible this was still an interesting, in depth take on Russell Williams. Subscribed to your channel and can't wait to watch more. Thank you

[@SamizzleWren]

"this is like the nightmare edition of hoarders" LOL

[@dianneb2224]

Dr Grande has a good sense of humor and his deadpan delivery makes it even funnier.

[@franmellor9843]

This is such an interesting case clicked on SOOO fast..thanks DR GRANDE for this content!

[@Anna-iz1tt]

When he speaks about the murders during his interrogation he holds his hand to his own throat as though he is remembering the sensation of having his own hands around their throats as he was killing them. Touching his own throat with his own hand while speaking of their deaths was giving him some kind of creepy sensation.

[@etherealdreams7936]

Great case to cover by the hardest working man on KZbin.

[@edithnackers7127]

Superb video Dr Grande. His police interview video is so interesting. Highly recommend watching it.

[@the_real_saulgoodman]

Oh yes I've been waiting patiently for your analysis on him! Thank you Dr. Grande for answering my prayers lol

[@1Wendy_Woo]

I watched a video on his case the other night. Highly disturbing. Watched it again with my husband. This world is NOT safe at all. It's bad enough as a young woman worrying about all that could happen. Middle age and thinking about getting older has me worried about my reflexes and being able to defend myself against these sorts of monsters. How can you trust anyone?!

[@FrancesShear]

Thanks again Dr. Grande for being a good mentor as part of a team to all students no matter what their age with a friendly non-judgemental attitude towards any student struggling.. Scary how much Russell Williams described here reminds me of how someone I know [whom you do not know] used to be like except for breaking into window that isn't domestic violence crime. Thank god Russell Williams finally got caught. Russell Williams probably did start young. Would sure explain why military police in Ontario couldn't catch who was starting to break into basement windows for a long time way back in the very late 1960's.

[@PaulMitchell-uj1uu]

I puzzle over how inflicting torture on people (or any sentient being) can be pleasurable. What is the feeling that people get? Would it help to ask people who kill animals for pleasure what they get out of it? It’s a trait that does seem to hard wired into some people, especially in the USA, but not just the USA.

[@kellie5476]

I find it fascinating that he had to document what he did and especially when you talked about him creating evidence against himself whilst getting rid of evidence, what a bizarre disturbed man, so orderly yet chaotic at the same time. Brilliant insight as always, thanks Dr Grande.

[@kavitadeva]

Good day Dr Grande. Thank you for putting out so much excellent content. You definitely are growing on me. I want to say that I just can't believe that this guy did not get life in prison without the possibility of parole. I mean what does it take. the guy committed over 80 burglaries he kills two women and he is up for parole in 25 years? That just makes me sick. This guy is so very disturbed. And his crimes are disgusting and Evil.

[@kavitadeva]

@@loca8048 thanks for the clarification. Thats good to know!

[@angelatheriault8855]

Don’t forget the first two women he attacked but didn’t kill. They count too.

[@kavitadeva]

@@angelatheriault8855 I didn't forget. Thanks.

[@musicobsessive123]

this case is really horrifying. he is cold and callous, and extremely organized. i'm sure if he knew the police wouldn't just sweep his offences under the rug, or overlook him as a suspect entirely, due to his status, he wouldn't have left his tire tracks there. i doubt his leaving evidence was due to negligence, he was too calculated for that. at the same time, though, he seemed to be getting sloppier with each of his offences. really upsetting stuff. thank you for this, have a good one + stay safe as always

[@cdcaterham]

I watched the whole interrogation interview with him and it is the only time I have ever felt sick to my stomach and panicked listening to someone describe their crimes. You absolutely cannot trust anyone. What a scary person he is. Fascinating though and huge respect to the interrogator.. a master in his art. oh and Russ looks daft in ladies undies 🙄

[@LFetterman7903]

It’s very interesting to me that so many readers ask questions of this gentleman, however I have YET TO SEE him answer even one individual!

[@polarbearsrus6980]

His conscientiousness kept him in check for a while, wow, exactly! My first thought on this guy is that he appeared to roll over pretty easily in the interrogation; almost too cooperative (maybe the result of his military training). This guy was pathetic, if only human beings could understand the psychological harm they do to their young. It's like I want to hate him but I regret he was so deeply injured mentally at some point in his life. So many innocent victims, he would never have stopped. Wish we could do more to prevent the damage before it's too late. Another great video, thanks!!!✌

[@charitylouisa]

That was a great presentation, clear and to the point.

[@junglistgrrl]

You are on a roll. Teal and now Williams in a short amount of time!

[@kristenisreal]

Dr Grande!! I’m so excited about this one! Such an interesting case no one talks about.

[@catsordogs_lh]

This was a fascinating case, you did a great job at laying out the pieces of mental health at play in this case thank you Dr Grande!!

[@jesslee7985]

Another fantastic, insightful video! I would love to see you analyze the psychology of women who abduct young children when they can't have their own. Not a lot of information out there about it that I could find. Would love your insight, Dr. G! 😊

[@MissRavenRainn]

Thanks again DR. Grande, this being a case i 've been interested in, followed and listened to the interrogation ( I think they did a very good job with him ) don 't burn yourself out and look after you, we need your great vids.

[@MitchellGWhitehead]

Fantastic video brother. I truly enjoy your work.

[@elizabethannegrey6285]

Having watched two other videos concerning this case I feel Dr Grande has given an excellent and insightful analysis.

[@fudgepuppy9683]

I enjoyed this analysis. The standardized formatting across your videos truly lends to the atmosphere of an objective and logical breakdown. I sincerely hope you're able to keep making such quality videos for us for the foreseeable future, Dr. Grande. Thanks.

[@shaun_rambaran]

My best friend and I watched the full footage of the interrogation a few weeks ago and it was fascinating! First of all, what a brilliant interrogator Detective Jim Smyth was; He was incredibly perceptive and focussed but also subtle, kind, and patient. It was like looking at a narrow laser diligently cutting a clean hole through a stonewall. Williams himself felt like a tragic hero. We both came away with the feeling that Williams 'wanted' to be caught. It felt like there was an aspect of Williams which wanted to hand Detective Smyth the keys to unlocking himself (most notably Williams unpromptedly asked Smyth to call him 'Russ'). There was something which felt remorseful; Perhaps not empathy for the victims but maybe a sense that he'd 'let himself down'-That the story of 'Colonel Russell Williams' wasn't supposed to be that of a serial killer. Grande's take is very interesting because maybe _that_ was the war taking place inside Williams' head; Perhaps his Conscientiousness was disappointed in himself and wanted his criminal behaviour to stop. Thanks for the video, Doc'.

[@snsmystic]

He hung his head in the sentencing and that's very different from the Aurora shooter. And I think you're right about his internal struggle. There was a another report that showed how distressed he was by the passing of his cat. There's got to be more to his childhood, up-brining that fed his need for perfection and order, and the expectation he's put himself to be this high-achieving person. His parents cheated and traded spouses, then Rus later changed his name back to his father. There's a tinge of sadness in his eyes, and I wonder if his psychopathy was a way to cut his painful feelings of inadequacy and emotional pain. Then there's the weird fetish not only to sexually pleasure himself but dress himself in female garments and putting himself in his femininize role.

[@CC-fo7tr]

One of Doc Grande’s best vids, imo.

[@criticRN]

This was a great analysis of a frightening man. Thank you Dr. Grande.

[@baileycuervo]

A friend of mine was a civilian employee at CFB Trenton, and she had quite a few interactions with him.. apparently most people who had direct contact with him there were completely shocked after this happened. It was so heartbreaking once all of the stores, restaurants, etc, in the area start taking down the "missing" posters of Jessica Lloyd.

[@keithagn]

Yes, the Armed Forces (RCAF) chopped up his metals, burned all the uniforms, his boots, etc. , etc.

[@tegoblue]

@@keithagn Does his wife ever contact him? I remember the part in the police interview where they tell him the police at that moment were ransacking the couple's house looking for evidence and he and he wanted that to stop, they were ruining his wife's new dream house. At that moment he suddenly felt empathy for his wife..

[@keithagn]

@@tegoblue I dont know at all about that. I do recall from the time that she had "no idea where he was gone when he went out at night". I find this hard to believe, but that is her claim. Could be true; he fooled alot of people...

[@mytruecrimelibrary]

@@keithagn well he spent most of his time in Tweed at their cottage and she lived in Ottawa, so it's quite possible she had no idea.

[@amsandison5015]

tegoblue they are still married and I believe she does visit when permitted

[@patteegee9506]

Thank you so much for your analysis of this baffling case! There are so many dimensions to his psychopathy that conflict with one another and you explained it well. I don't think he felt conflicted or remorse. I think he was having a great time acting out and living his escalating fantasies. I'm so thankful for the excellent police work and help from witnesses that finally put an end to his madness. Countless lives may have been saved as it is clear he wasn't going to stop until he was stopped.

[@Capronice]

I agree with you because he was working on setting up his neighbor for the crime. I wonder if he changed his accent on purpose to sound like his neighbor.

[@SHurd-rc2go]

Thank you, Dr Grande. Please stay well.

[@Cathyconnor3606]

I'm soooooo glad you did this one.

[@MomCatMeows]

9/10 women he was in contact with say he was a creep, so the idea that people he worked with were surprised is BS in my opinion. I bet they asked 3 guys and that’s it. Listen to women.

[@MsSonali1980]

Hearing Dr. Grande's video while neatly folding the wash and hearing him talking about the relation between ones desire to neatly fold the clothes and psychopathy.... oop....

[@cheriefrench6956]

I hate folding laundry, im safe! Lol lol

[@susanivy3619]

Sorry, but if I ever meet someone new and catch them neatly folding laundry...I'm otta there dude. Who tf "neatly" folds laundry?? WHY?? 😫 What's with U people????

[@susanivy3619]

🤭 seriously, I'm totally safe w/ this one...however the practical joking / sadist connection had me 😱 I was like great...the internet outing another one of my secrets..

[@LFetterman7903]

I love NEATLY FOLDED LAUNDRY! No apologies!! 😆

[@Positivevibes-tq5mg]

Great video Dr Grande. My favorite KZbin channel

[@texastea5686]

4:48 my supervisor here at work said that this movie was the reason why he enlisted in the Navy. He was 10 years old and it just fascinated him.

[@LaMaestra2102]

Oh. The basement thing is almost too much. That is creepy. There have been movies about the basement. He was creepier than a lot of them imo, because he looks normal. He doesn't seem to have those serial killer eyes. Wow. I'll be checking my basement more often now... Thanx, Dr. G. Also good to know that looping the same song over and over isn't a mental issue. I do it all the time. 😊👌

[@Sueellenmschke]

KZbinr “True Crime Loser” has a commentary/analysis of Russell Williams interrogation and it is super entertaining!

[@tegoblue]

Thanks. Will check it out.

[@debifox5780]

Also check out True Crime Loser videos on Stephanie Lazarous. He's gotten many followers because of these videos

[@sally4026]

Yes & the channel "Jim Can't Swim" is excellent too.

[@MissRavenRainn]

@@tegoblue They were amazing with his interrogation I think. I have a Bachelors of Science in Forensic Psychology and they had certain things, they knew it was him but the way they spoke (language they used or lack of) to the way they sat in proximity to him. I think they did great and nice to see a well executed interrogation imo.

[@POCKET21923]

Are you part of the Schemda family?

[@alejandrapeanut1201]

Such an interesting case, so glad you covered it, thank you Dr. Grande!

[@tracycameron5099]

I have read alot about this case and when his wife who he was very attached to, bought her dream home in Ottawa where she worked, and only saw Russell weekends or less, he got bored in the evenings and started his other life. He was genuinely ashamed of himself, and was very concerned that she be kept away and be provided for. She had no idea, had trusted him implicitly and was devastated and on leave for a year I think. They had been tied at the hip.