In 2007, the world was rocked by the shocking revelation that a respected and decorated professional wrestler had murdered his wife and young son before taking his own life inside their suburban Georgia home.
As the story unfolded, it exposed a deeply tragic mix of steroid and drug abuse, unprocessed grief, chronic head trauma, and a volatile home life. Together, these forces created a perfect storm—one that led to a devastating mental collapse and the loss of three lives.
References:
Autopsyfiles.org - Chris Benoit Autopsy Report
Autopsyfiles.org - Nancy Benoit Autopsy Report
Benoit case - CID Case file - REDACTED.pdf - Google Drive
Original redacted 2007 Chris Benoit police files : r/masskillers
Wrestler Chris Benoit's doctor gets 10 years in prison - ESPN
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