After a recent escape and a multi-state manhunt, Morgan Geyser, the convicted perpetrator of the infamous ‘Slender Man’ stabbing, was apprehended in Illinois. The incident has reignited discussions on the adequacy of mental health treatment and rehabilitation for individuals with severe psychiatric conditions. Geyser, along with Anissa Weier, were initially charged with attempted first-degree intentional homicide in 2014 after they attacked their classmate Payton Leutner. The case is widely cited as a tragic example of how internet horror myths can influence real-life actions, especially among minors. Geyser was released from a psychiatric facility in late 2022 under the recommendation of medical professionals who noted her apparent progress in treatment. However, experts like Dr. Carole Lieberman have expressed concerns over the decision to grant her conditional release, arguing that the risks associated with untreated schizophrenia may not have been fully addressed. Following her escape, authorities are now considering whether to revoke her conditional release and potentially press new charges. The case continues to highlight the complex intersection between mental health, media influence, and the justice system’s approach to rehabilitation and public safety. Geyser’s current situation has also raised concerns about the potential re-traumatization of Payton Leutner, whose safety was once compromised by Geyser’s actions. Discussions around the release and escape of Geyser are now centering on the need for a more thorough evaluation of mental health treatment before granting conditional release to such individuals, and the broader implications on public safety and victim welfare.