If you're enjoying delving through all the details in Dexter Resurrection, you're probably asking just who is the New York Ripper? We know that he's responsible for 22 victims, all of them disemboweled, and that he's been missing for the past 5 years, except for some cruel phone calls to the families of his victims.
Today, I'd like to break down the dominant theories about this mysterious serial killer. First up, there's a theory revolving around Blessing, everyone's favorite former child soldier/driver. This one gained traction after episode 8, when it was revealed that Blessing kept his past from his daughter Joy, and he sees himself as a monster for his past crimes in Sierra Leone.
The theory suggests that Blessing attempted to contain his own dark passenger by taking up the role of the New York Ripper. However, without Prudence's influence, he might revert to his darker inclinations. Alternatively, this could be a plot for season two, with Blessing possibly ending up on Dexter's kill table.
Moving on, Detective Melvin Oliva is another suspect. Partnered with the detective hunting the Ripper, he might have partnered up specifically to shield information. However, having another cop as the antagonist could be repetitive.
Claudet Wallace also enters the fray as a suspect using her status to mislead the police. Interaction with Dexter could hint at a showdown between Dexter and a detective with a hidden dark side.
Jonah Mitchell, the son of Trinity killer Arthur Mitchell, is another popular but unlikely suspect. His violent past and connection to a hook weapon draw parallels to the Ripper, yet this theory seems far-fetched.
Then there's Leon Prader, who interestingly possesses a hook matching the Ripper's weapon. One theory suggests Prader commissions the killings, though this theory seems quite complex for the show's current arc.
In conclusion, it's unlikely the true identity of the New York Ripper will be revealed in the first season of Dexter Resurrection. It appears poised to continue as a central plot in season two. What are your thoughts on these theories?