An Extreme example of cult violence
This is Part Two of an Extreme example of cult violence and manipulation in modern history.
Part One of this story, published previously, gives an overview of Roch Thériault and the Ant Hill Kids.
In this blog, we take an in-depth look at the notorious cult leader known as Roch Thériault.
This cult was known for its extreme control over its followers and brutal abuse. Thériault background sheds light on how a charismatic individual turned into a dangerous and violent figure.
So, let’s dive into who Thériault was and what made him tick.
Early Life and Background
Thériault, born in 1947 and died in 2011, e was the infamous Canadian cult leader who founded the Ant Hill Kids commune.
Roch Thériault was born into a devout French-Canadian Catholic family in Saguenay, Quebec, on May 16, 1947.
He reportedly had a difficult childhood, marked by an authoritarian father and a strict religious environment.
Thériault dropped out of school at an early age. He developed a deep fascination with the Old Testament and became obsessed with religious prophecies and apocalyptic beliefs.
