"Aggressive and Unsettling”: Former Co-Workers Reveal Alarming Behavior of Suspected Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann
Nov 13, 2023, 11:00 AM
Former colleagues of Rex Heuermann, the architect charged with multiple murders in the Gilgo Beach case, have come forward with disturbing accounts of his behavior, describing him as “aggressive” and unsettling, intensifying the dark cloud surrounding the high-profile case.
Jeffrey St. Arromand, a luxury real estate salesman who worked with Heuermann, detailed his daunting experiences to Andrea Canning on a “Dateline” episode. “He was very assertive, maybe even leaning to the point of being aggressive,” St. Arromand expressed, highlighting a deeply concerning aspect of Heuermann’s demeanor. His revelations shed light on the suspect's character, contrasting starkly with his professional persona as a knowledgeable architect.
The discomfort among Heuermann's colleagues was palpable, with one individual reportedly avoiding the office to escape his presence. “She just didn’t feel comfortable with him at all,” St. Arromand recalled, echoing a sentiment of fear that has become a recurring theme in discussions about Heuermann.
Despite his aggressive nature at work, Heuermann’s personal life presented a contradiction. Known for his encyclopedic knowledge of New York City’s building codes, he lived in a dilapidated house in Massapequa Park, only a short distance from where the bodies of his alleged victims were discovered.
Heuermann, 59, has pleaded not guilty to the murders of Melissa Barthlemey, Megan Waterman, and Amber Lynn Costello. Additionally, he is the prime suspect in the killing of Maureen Brainard-Barnes, with police continuing to investigate his potential involvement in other crimes.
Former co-worker Mary Shell’s statement to “Dateline” resonated with a sense of fear and anger, particularly among women. “The idea that, as a woman, you have to be suspicious and be afraid all the time just to stay alive is enraging,” she said, reflecting a broader societal concern about women's safety.
The chilling revelations about Heuermann come as the “Dateline” special “The Hunt for the Gilgo Beach Killer” aired Friday night on Dateline, coinciding with the unexpected resignation of Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison. His departure from the department, only a few months into the renewed investigation adds another layer of complexity to the already convoluted case.
As the community grapples with these revelations, the case against Heuermann continues to develop, casting a somber light on the realities of criminal behavior and its impact on society. The “Dateline” special promises to delve deeper into the enigmatic and disturbing narrative of the Gilgo Beach killings, a case that has captivated and horrified the nation.
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Jeffrey St. Arromand, a luxury real estate salesman who worked with Heuermann, detailed his daunting experiences to Andrea Canning on a “Dateline” episode. “He was very assertive, maybe even leaning to the point of being aggressive,” St. Arromand expressed, highlighting a deeply concerning aspect of Heuermann’s demeanor. His revelations shed light on the suspect's character, contrasting starkly with his professional persona as a knowledgeable architect.
The discomfort among Heuermann's colleagues was palpable, with one individual reportedly avoiding the office to escape his presence. “She just didn’t feel comfortable with him at all,” St. Arromand recalled, echoing a sentiment of fear that has become a recurring theme in discussions about Heuermann.
Despite his aggressive nature at work, Heuermann’s personal life presented a contradiction. Known for his encyclopedic knowledge of New York City’s building codes, he lived in a dilapidated house in Massapequa Park, only a short distance from where the bodies of his alleged victims were discovered.
Heuermann, 59, has pleaded not guilty to the murders of Melissa Barthlemey, Megan Waterman, and Amber Lynn Costello. Additionally, he is the prime suspect in the killing of Maureen Brainard-Barnes, with police continuing to investigate his potential involvement in other crimes.
Former co-worker Mary Shell’s statement to “Dateline” resonated with a sense of fear and anger, particularly among women. “The idea that, as a woman, you have to be suspicious and be afraid all the time just to stay alive is enraging,” she said, reflecting a broader societal concern about women's safety.
The chilling revelations about Heuermann come as the “Dateline” special “The Hunt for the Gilgo Beach Killer” aired Friday night on Dateline, coinciding with the unexpected resignation of Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison. His departure from the department, only a few months into the renewed investigation adds another layer of complexity to the already convoluted case.
As the community grapples with these revelations, the case against Heuermann continues to develop, casting a somber light on the realities of criminal behavior and its impact on society. The “Dateline” special promises to delve deeper into the enigmatic and disturbing narrative of the Gilgo Beach killings, a case that has captivated and horrified the nation.
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The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com