“Days of Our Lives” fans are no strangers toshocking plot twistsand spooky storylines.
The Peacock soap opera has been delivering drama for decades.
Through the years, many of Salem’s most beloved characters have suffered from injury and illness.

However, some illnesses have been more memorable than others.
Peter was first introduced to Salem in 1993 when he came to visit his sister, Kristen DiMera.
Peter stuck around Salem for a while and eventually began a romance with Jennifer Horton.

Peter eventually left town when he was sent to prison, perSoap Central.
So, how did Peter come to contract jungle madness?
Peter was eventually taken back to Salem, where Stefano DiMera tried to find a cure for the disease.

During this time, Peter continued to get violent and nearly killed Laura Horton.
He also attacked Hope Brady during a fit of rage (viaSoaps).
While suffering from the illness, Peter tracked Jennifer Horton and Jack Deveraux to Ohio where he attacked Jen.
Peter expected Stefano to break him out of prison.
Daily Soap Dishreveals that Peter later escaped from prison and went into hiding.