In 1589, the case of a German serial killer and farmer known as the "Werewolf of Bedburg" led to a major rise in the public interest of supposed werewolves. What was his real name?

In 1589, a German serial killer and farmer named Peter Stumpp was accused of werewolfery, witchcraft, and cannibalism. He was dubbed the "Werewolf of Bedburg" and his trial led to immense interest in the persecution of supposed creatures.

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