The Zizians: A Deadly Sect’s Trail of Violence
In a bizarre turn of events, a fatal shootout with border agents in Vermont has been linked to multiple homicides across the United States and a shadowy group known as the "Zizians."
The Border Incident
On a frigid January evening, near the US-Canada border, a vehicle occupied by two individuals drew the attention of authorities after a concerned hotel employee reported suspicious behavior. As officers approached, chaos ensued. One suspect, a 21-year-old woman, opened fire, prompting a deadly exchange that left her and a border agent deceased. A second passenger, initially reported as male but later identified as female, was also killed in the confrontation.
Freiburg Connection
Shockingly, one of the victims killed in the Vermont incident traced their roots to Freiburg, Germany. While German authorities initially confirmed the connection, further details were scarce at the time.
Zizians Emerge
As the investigation progressed, US media outlets, including NBC News and the Washington Post, gradually pieced together a chilling narrative. The Vermont shootout was linked to a series of murders in various states, all connected by the Zizians, a cult-like group believed to have originated in Berkeley, California.
Origins and Radicalization
The Zizians emerged in 2012 from a rationalist community exploring future societal issues. Discussions on veganism, transgenderism, and artificial intelligence gradually veered into more radical territory, forming a splinter group with increasingly extreme views.
Rise of Ziz
Ziz, the alleged leader of the group, became a central figure in their radicalization. Encounters with law enforcement and concerns from acquaintances highlighted her growing extremism. In 2019, she and three followers were detained at a protest.
The Alaska Obituary
In September 2022, an obituary in an Alaska newspaper announced the presumed death of Ziz in a boating accident. Eulogizing her love for adventure, the notice painted a poignant yet eerie picture.
Deadly Escalation
Months later, a brutal attack unfolded in California, where three individuals wielding a sword assaulted a landlord, leaving him severely injured and blind in one eye. In the ensuing chaos, a former Zizian associate was shot and killed by the landlord. Two others, including another former Zizian member, were charged.
Pennsylvania Homicides
On New Year’s Eve 2023, a double homicide shook Pennsylvania, as a married couple was found shot to death in their home. Their daughter quickly became a suspect and a crucial link in the unfolding drama.
Ziz’s Reappearance
In a bizarre twist, police arrested a suspicious man in a hotel room and discovered Ziz in his presence. Despite the revelation, she was released without charges.
Maryland Arrests
Days prior to the Vermont incident, the landlord who had been previously attacked in California was killed. An alleged connection between the suspect and the shooter near the border emerged.
Full Circle
In a dramatic conclusion, three individuals were apprehended in Maryland. They included Ziz, the man she had been found with in the hotel room, and the daughter of the murdered Pennsylvania couple. Authorities believe she played a role in acquiring the weapons used in the Vermont shootout.
Investigative Puzzle
The extent of the Zizians’ involvement in these crimes, their ideological motivations, or whether the violence escalated without a clear plan remains uncertain. Intensive investigations are ongoing to unravel the complex tapestry of events that has left multiple victims and a trail of unanswered questions.
