Betty's dad, identified as the Black Hood, shot Fred Andrews because Fred was an adulterer. This act was part of the Black Hood's self-appointed mission to cleanse Riverdale of sin.
The motive behind the shooting was articulated in a letter sent by the Black Hood to Betty's mom, explaining his twisted moral code and the rationale behind his violent acts. From the Black Hood's perspective, Fred's past infidelity was a grave transgression that warranted his brutal punishment.
The Black Hood's Campaign for 'Purity'
The attack on Fred Andrews was not an isolated incident but one of several orchestrated by the Black Hood, who targeted individuals he deemed morally corrupt. His overarching goal was to 'wipe out sin' from the town of Riverdale through a series of violent and terror-inducing acts.
Other individuals targeted by the Black Hood, and the 'sins' for which they were attacked, included:
- Ms. Grundy: She was murdered because she was perceived as a child predator.
- Moose Mason and Midge Klump: They were shot because they were engaged in sexual activity and drug use.
Each attack was calculated, serving as a vigilante attempt to enforce a rigid and violent code of morality upon Riverdale's residents, with every victim representing a specific 'sin' the Black Hood aimed to eradicate from the community.
Understanding The Black Hood's Motives
The Black Hood's reign of terror stemmed from a deeply disturbed sense of moral superiority. He acted as the town's self-appointed arbiter of right and wrong, believing that violence was a legitimate means to purify Riverdale.
Key aspects of the Black Hood's campaign included:
- Purification through violence: A belief that eliminating 'sinners' would lead to the moral purification of Riverdale.
- Systematic targeting: Victims were chosen based on specific 'transgressions' against his extreme moral code.
- Psychological warfare: The Black Hood often communicated his motives through unsettling letters, amplifying fear and control over the town.
This dark chapter highlights the dangers of extreme ideologies and individuals who take justice into their own hands, imposing their twisted interpretations of morality onto others.
Victim | Perceived Sin by The Black Hood |
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Fred Andrews | Adultery |
Ms. Grundy | Child Predation |
Moose & Midge | Sex and Drug Use |