Worst Ex Ever on Netflix - The Crimes of Benjamin Foster

in 2022 Netflix introduced a harrowing True Crime documentary to its collection with the addition of worst roommate ever a series that narrates astonishing real life accounts the platform ventured into the realm of universally relatable experiences following its remarkable success Netflix collaborated once more with blumhouse Productions in 2024 transforming the claimed docu series into a franchise the spin-off titled worst X ever premiered on Netflix and it is safe to say that the themes explored in this series resonate even more deeply with audiences the concept of dreadful ex Partners is a familiar experience for many individuals globally thereby enhancing the universal appeal of this true crime spin-off similar to its pred cessor worst roommate ever the new series devotes each episode to a distinct narrative from heinous betrayals to life-altering injuries and horrific abuse the inaugural season of worst ex ever captivates viewers with chilling testimonials and dramatized depictions of Terror while each narrative is unsettling in its own right one particular episode in worst X ever stands out as the most shocking worst X ever reveals Foster attacked multiple women the inaugural episode of worst X ever titled dating the devil features a particularly malevolent ex who directs his wrath not only at one former girlfriend but at several Benjamin obadah Foster serves as the central figure in this episode which includes interviews with women who were involved with him over a span of 10 years the episode of the worst roommate ever spin-off immediately delves into the trauma experienced by the victims showcasing Angie Milner a friend of Foster's primary victim Justine seamons as she discovers the severely injured Seamans who was near death before delving deeper into her narrative the new Netflix spin-off provides a platform for several victims to share their harrowing experiences with Foster Amber is among the women who candidly discuss her distressing experiences with Foster she met Benjamin in 2012 while employed at a hotel in Las Vegas and they began a relationship initially their first year together was free of incidents and they eventually moved in together however the situation took a severe turn as Amber began to notice Foster's jealous jealousy which manifested in his discomfort whenever she interacted with male acquaintances or ex Partners his anger escalated and he resorted to condescending Behavior often speaking to her in a harsh tone two years into their relationship a fierce argument culminated in a shocking incident where Foster struck Amber with considerable Force displaying overt rage although he was mandated to attend domestic violence counseling and perform community service he quickly reverted to his previous abusive behaviors continuing to stalk Amber and physically assault her once more Foster's criminal record didn't stop him in 2017 Benjamin's life was transformed by the arrival of Ja who quickly became his romantic partner ja described their first year together as relative typical however a sudden shift occurred in Benjamin's demeanor becoming increasingly aggressive and controlling in a particularly alarming incident he forcibly restrained her shaving her head while justifying this abhorent act by claiming that no man would ever find her attractive again he kept her confined for 16 days under dire circumstances during which she suffered significant harm eventually Jimmy managed to persuade Foster to drive her to a supermarket seizing this chance she escaped from the vehicle and sought assistance to reach a hospital Benjamin Foster had a disturbing history of criminal Behavior with multiple similar offenses recorded over the years however it was his 2021 conviction for kidnapping and abuse that resulted in a prison sentence albeit a brief one which he completed within the same year following his release Foster began a relationship with Justine seamons and the two appeared to connect well yet as depicted in the opening scene of the first episode of worst X ever their initial Bond was abruptly interrupted leading to a series of unbelievable criminal acts Foster died during his attempted Escape at that time Benjamin was a suspect in attempted murder assault and kidnapping and authorities believed he was armed the police dedicated several hours to surrounding the residence where Justine was discovered suspecting that Foster was hiding beneath the house despite their efforts to persuade Foster to surrender he tragically ended his own life with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the Head although he was still alive initially he was pronounced dead a few hours later while the news of his death was shocking it also meant that the potential for more victims to endure unspeakable Horrors was averted the inaugural episode of worst X ever provides a voice to women who have endured the heroin