The Acid King

In July of 1984, a story originating from Long Island, New York began to make headlines throughout the world. <br /><br />The body of 17-year-old Gary Lauwers was found in a shallow grave in the Aztakea Woods, just outside of the sleepy harbor village of Northport. Police would quickly narrow in on the person they believed to be responsible for this violent crime: 17-year-old Ricky Kasso, who they alleged had participated in a cult ritual during the commission of this vile act.<br /><br />While the story would fade from the headlines, its legacy would live on, becoming an omen of...