The Devil Made Me Do It: The True Story Behind America’s Most Shocking Possession Case — Ep. 25

In 1981, a quiet Connecticut town became the center of one of the strangest murder cases in American history. When nineteen-year-old Arne Johnson stabbed his landlord, he claimed something no U.S. court had ever heard before, that he was possessed by a demon. This episode of State of the Unknown uncovers the true story that inspired The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. Host Robert Barber takes you inside the real case, from the alleged possession of eleven-year-old David Glatzel, to the Warrens’ controversial involvement, to the trial that tried to put the Devil on the witness stand. You’ll hear what was verified, what was exaggerated, and what Hollywood left behind. No jump scares. No clichés. Just the documented events, chilling details, and quiet questions that still haunt Connecticut to this day. Support State of the Unknown If you enjoy the show and would like to help support it, you can become a Sasquatch Supporter for $3 a month. Your support helps cover the costs of researching and producing the show, website hosting, distribution, and helping more people discover State of the Unknown. Membership is completely optional, and the show remains free for everyone. Become a Sasquatch Supporter on Patreon 🔍 New episodes every Tuesday 🌐 Visit stateoftheunknown.com for show notes and to submit your own story. 📬 Questions, theories, or story ideas? Reach out at [email protected] or @stateoftheunknownpodcast. Some stories don’t stay buried. We go looking anyway.