Who is Red John?

Theory #10939 • by FabergeRed

Suspect

Ray Haffner

Ray Haffner
Suspected in 875 theories

ARGUMENTATION

First, I think there are a lot of really clever people here who are obviously dedicated fans of this show and they have given a lot of thought to solving this puzzle.  It is great that this show and its talented cast and writers have generated this dedicated following.  I really love The Mentalist.

The writers have done a nice job keeping this reveal plausible for multiple interesting characters.  Good for them!

My guess is Haffner.  Here are a few reasons (although others have provided many more):

-He is the only suspect with clear connections to both law enforcement and Visualize (allowing him to develop acolytes in both organizations)

-His law enforcement connections would put him in a position to set up Tyger, Tyger as a decoy, since that group may be a threat to him as well.

-The next episode says "Only three suspects remain" and then shows the three tattoos.  But we don't know which suspects are killed in the blast.  If a Tyger is among those killed in Jane's cottage, then one of the Visualize suspects could still be Red John.

-Haffner's personality is creepy and immature while being wily and clever.  This fits RJ, who often taunts Patrick like a kid on the playground.  "There's going to be a comeuppance," he said.

-Finally, Haffner has a thing for Teresa.  If RJ wanted to destroy everything Patrick loves, he would have killed Lisbon long ago.  But Haffner is intrigued by her. 

That's my guess, but I understand that it is only that!  I can't wait to find out.

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