British Murders with Stuart Blues

I welcome Dr Keri Nixon to the show in this interview episode to discuss her career as a consultant forensic psychologist.Dr Nixon is chartered by the British Psychological Society (BPS), registered as a forensic psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and an associate fellow of the BPS. She has almost 20 years of experience in psychological services, policing and treatment.Following her extensive work in policing, academia and prisons, Dr Nixon moved to a private hospital as a consultant forensic psychologist and senior manager, where she was quickly promoted to clinical lead of the Male Mental Illness and Personality Disorder Service.She quickly gained a reputation for her ability to engage with and treat complex, challenging and often dangerous patients.Dr Nixon is now passionate about applying all her experience in risk assessment, treatment, policing, training and engagement to her consultancy work. She is the sole director of Nixon Consultants Ltd.Dr Nixon can be reached at her website:kerinixon.com***This interview was recorded on June 28, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Avril Dunn, a 26-year-old woman murdered in Luton, Bedfordshire, on September 14, 1985.Avril went to The Heron, a local pub, that Saturday evening and was seen playing darts with some of the other regulars.Leaving at around 10.30 pm, Avril is thought to have been seen in the company of a tall, fair-haired man who drove away from the pub in a light-coloured Opel Manta.Her body was found at 7:30 am the following day. Still, her killer wouldn't be caught until thirteen years later when advances in DNA technology allowed scientists to match samples recovered from Avril's clothes to one of their key suspects at the time of her murder.Duncan Jackson, a father of four, was found guilty of Avril's murder in January 2000 and received a life sentence with a minimum term of 15 years.Chillingly, Duncan took part in reenacting Avril's case in the March 1986 episode of Crimewatch UK.**The following is NOT a sponsored message**If you are suffering from an eating disorder or are concerned that someone you know is, please consider contacting Beat, the UK’s eating disorder charity:Beat (ENG): 0808 801 0677Beat (SCO): 0808 801 0432Beat (WAL): 0808 801 0433Beat (NI): 0808 801 0434For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/avrildunn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Barbara Waterhouse, a 5-year-old girl murdered in Horsforth, Leeds, on June 6, 1891.Whilst out playing with her friends, Barbara suddenly disappeared after last being seen perusing some advertisements through a shop window.Her body was discovered wrapped in a shawl four days later on Alexander Street in Leeds city centre, a stone's throw away from the Town Hall.The person responsible for her murder was soon revealed to be 32-year-old weaver Walter Lewis Turner.He was sentenced to death and hanged at Armley Gaol by James Billington on August 18, 1891.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/barbarawaterhouse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of George Russell, a 35-year-old Police Constable murdered in Oxenholme, Cumbria, on February 10, 1965.George and several other Cumberland and Westmorland Constabulary officers attempted to hunt down an armed car thief and tracked him down to the waiting room at Oxenholme Lake District Railway Station.The gunman shot his revolver at George, killing him, as well as Inspector Alfred Harrison and PC Alexander Archibald, both of whom sustained injuries but were not killed.A few hours later, the gunman was finally apprehended by PC Geoffrey Harrington and PC Derek Thompson.Later revealed to be a labourer called John Middleton, the gunman had attempted to take his own life with the revolver but failed. The bullet was later removed from his head, leaving him with permanent brain damage.Middleton was deemed unfit to stand trial in June 1965 and was ordered by Mr Justice Brabin to be admitted to a secure hospital at the discretion of the Home Secretary.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/georgerussell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome journalist and writer Robin Jarossi back to the show in this interview episode to discuss his book 'The Real Ted Hastings: The True Story of the Copper at the Heart of Line of Duty'.'Line of Duty' holds its status as today's defining TV crime drama. The conspiracy theme of the series chimes at a time when public institutions and representatives are distrusted.Ted Hastings, the show's head of anti-corruption, has emerged as the beating heart of the series. Robin's book reveals how the compelling drama reflects real crimes, events and figures, most notably that of Robert Mark and his battle against Met corruption.During his four years and eleven months as commissioner, Mark saw 478 men leave the force following or in anticipation of criminal/disciplinary proceedings. Departures in the previous decade had averaged about 16 a year.Mark's extraordinary career established the need for a dedicated team to investigate corruption that lives on today.Robin's book was released on May 11, 2023, and is available to purchase here:The Real Ted Hastings | Mardle BooksRobin can be reached at his website:jarossi.com***This interview was recorded on May 18, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:britishmurders.comIntro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Ricky Wyatt, a 34-year-old father-of-one who was murdered in Laindon, Essex, on September 1, 2006.Ricky was confronted by 32-year-old Kathryn Taylor and 29-year-old Matthew Boulton in a car park on Little Lullaway before being stabbed by the former.The encounter was rumoured to have occurred over a £5 drug debt, but Judge Clegg dismissed that claim at Basildon Crown Court.Regardless, the jury found Taylor guilty of Ricky's murder, and she was handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 16 years.Boulton was found guilty of assisting an offender and handed a two-and-a-half-year sentence.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/rickywyatt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I discuss the story of Alan Livesey, a 14-year-old schoolboy and Army Cadet who was murdered in bizarre circumstances in 1979.On February 22, Alan was left home alone when his dad, Bob, left for his night shift, and his mum, Margaret, headed to the pub with her friend and secret lover.A few hours later, Alan was brutally murdered in his home, and his body was only discovered after Margaret sent her friend Eileen's son, Leslie, to her house to check on him.Margaret claimed to have headed straight for Eileen's house after returning from the pub, but she is suspected of having killed her son first and signed a confession stating as much before she quickly withdrew it.Add to that several witness testimonies indicating there was another male in the house with Alan whilst his mum was at the pub, which takes the complexity of this mystery to another level.Still, Margaret was found guilty of murdering Alan and handed a life sentence on July 26. She served ten years (incorrectly stated as being thirteen in the episode) before being released in 1989 and subsequently passed away in February 2001 after succumbing to throat cancer.The case aired on an episode of Rough Justice in October 1983, and many, including Margaret's other son, Derek, believe she is innocent. Sadly, it looks like the truth will now never be known.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/alanlivesey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome Martin Brunt to the show in this interview episode to discuss his career as a crime correspondent.Since joining Sky News for its launch in 1989, Martin has delivered a series of exclusive reports while covering the Cromwell Street killings, the murder of TV presenter Jill Dando, the trial of terrorist Carlos the Jackal, the London 7/7 bombings, the disappearance of Madeleine McCann and the Hatton Garden diamond heist.Before Sky News launched, he was chief reporter at the Sunday Mirror and worked for local newspapers in Kent.Martin is known for his unparalleled connections and specialist knowledge that allow him to see beyond a specific crime and view the context in which it has been committed.A police press officer once told a rival reporter: "Ask Martin Brunt. He knows everything before we do."Martin's first book, 'No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter', was released on April 25, 2023, and is available to purchase here:No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason | Biteback Publishing***This interview was recorded on June 5, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I discuss the tragic story of Janet Commins, a 15-year-old schoolgirl who was sexually assaulted and killed in 1976.Janet had planned to meet her friends at the local swimming baths on January 7, but her mum, Eileen, did not permit her to go as she looked pale and unwell. Sneaking out and leaving a note behind, Janet was never seen alive by her parents again.This case features a massive miscarriage of justice, with the first murder trial occurring in June 1976. 18-year-old Noel Jones was accused of murdering Janet and, bizarrely, admitted manslaughter even though he was innocent and was handed a 12-year prison sentence, serving six.Forty years later, 57-year-old Stephen Hough was arrested on an unrelated matter and had his DNA taken. It matched DNA found on samples taken from Janet's body.Like Noel, Hough was found guilty of manslaughter in July 2017 and handed a 12-year sentence.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/janetcommins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome Neil Woods to the show in this interview episode to discuss his career as a former UK police officer and undercover drugs operative.Neil worked undercover between 1993 and 2007, befriending and gaining the trust of some of Britain's most violent and unpredictable criminals. He's now an active member of the international drug policy reform movement.With the insight that can only come from having fought on its front lines, Neil saw the true futility of the War on Drugs - that it demonises those who need help and empowers the worst elements in society.  Neil is a board member of the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP) in the USA and the U.K. (LEAP UK). LEAP is a growing international organisation that advocates an evidence-based drug policy and related criminal justice reforms. The group is made up entirely of serving and former police and other law enforcement.Neil can be reached at his website:neilwoods.net***This interview was recorded on May 24, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I discuss the story of Jane Longhurst, a 31-year-old music teacher murdered by her best friend's partner.This chilling story of obsession, murder and justice began on March 14, 2003, when Graham Coutts killed Jane in his Hove flat.Coutts had been obsessed with physically harming women during sex since the age of 15 and fantasised about murdering someone in such a manner.He was initially handed a life sentence in February 2004 at Lewes Crown Court, but his charge was later quashed.A re-trial in 2007 ended with the same outcome, with Coutts being handed a life sentence at the Old Bailey that July with a minimum term of 26 years.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/janelonghurst Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome Bethan Trueman and Chris Clark to the show in this interview episode to discuss their book 'The New Millennium Serial Killer: Examining the Crimes of Christopher Halliwell'.In the book, former police intelligence officer Chris and Bethan (one half of the true crime podcast 'Seeing Red' with co-host Mark) use their in-depth research to present a comprehensive study into convicted killer Christopher Halliwell.They discuss the crimes for which he was convicted and present them alongside the unsolved cases of missing and murdered women who fit with his victim type (and who went missing in the areas where he was familiar) from the 1980s to the time of his arrest in 2011.With a foreword by former Detective Superintendent Stephen Fulcher, 'The New Millennium Serial Killer' presents a fascinating account of this cruel killer and tells the heartbreaking stories of over twenty women whose cases remain unsolved today, seeking to find justice for their loved ones who are still waiting for answers.You can purchase a copy of 'The New Millennium Serial Killer' here:The New Millennium Serial Killer | Pen and Sword BooksChris can be reached at his website:armchairdetective.org.ukFollow Bethan and Seeing Red here:Facebook | Seeing RedInstagram | @seeingredthepodcast***This interview was recorded on March 29, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I embark on a haunting journey into the tragic murder of Bella Nicandro, a 76-year-old woman whose life was brutally cut short in her shared apartment building in Notting Hill, London.Aaron Cook, Bella's 23-year-old neighbour, was responsible, and it was concluded that he was in the midst of a psychotic episode when he stabbed her to death on August 14, 2021.He had previously been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2020 and had recently stopped taking his medication before the attack.Pleading guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility, Aaron was sentenced to a hospital order under Section 37/41 of the Mental Health Act 1983.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/bellanicandro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I delve into the story of Debbie Griggs, a pregnant mother-of-three who disappeared from her home without a trace in May 1999.Two decades later, her husband, Andrew, was arrested in connection with her murder, despite no body being found, and was ultimately handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 20 years.Debbie's three sons launched a 'Find our Mum' page on Facebook to protest their father's innocence as they were convinced that their mum was still alive.Finally, after 23 long years of uncertainty, Debbie's remains were found. They had been buried in Andrew's former back garden, thus ending the mystery and providing her friends and family with some much-needed closure.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/debbiegriggs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome Nicola Stow to the show in this interview episode to discuss her career as a bestselling, award-nominated ghostwriter.A great listener, Nicola has been praised for her approachable and empathetic manner. Throughout her career in journalism, she has developed – and continues to develop – long-lasting relationships with people from all walks of life. Her ability to make people feel at ease has proven invaluable when collaborating with new authors.Nicola has been a journalist for over 20 years covering crime features, news and investigations. She has written for several national publications and websites.Her books have received hundreds of five-star Amazon reviews and ratings, making her one of the UK's top ghostwriters.Nicola's first non-ghostwritten book, 'The Real-Life Murder Clubs: Citizens Solving True Crimes', was released on November 24, 2022, and can be purchased here:The Real Life Murder Clubs | Ad Lib PublishersNicola can be reached at her website:nicolastow.co.uk***This interview was recorded on January 31, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first episode of season 10, I delve into the chilling story of David Heal, a seemingly ordinary man whose life took a tragic turn. Join me as I explore the background and untold details surrounding David's life, from his humble beginnings in Radstock, Somerset, to his time in the British Army and his subsequent career as an electrician.On January 4, 2004, David's peaceful existence in the village of Paulton, near Bath, was brutally shattered. An unthinkable act of violence unfolded inside his home, leaving him lifeless and concealed in a freezer, where his body remained undiscovered for nine days.The perpetrator? Matthew Roberts, the son of David's former girlfriend, Lorraine Harvey.In June 2005, Judge Tom Crowther gave Matthew a 12-year and 7-month prison sentence at Bristol Crown Court for the murder after accepting he had no intention of killing David.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/davidheal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome Welsh author John Williams to the show in this interview episode to discuss his career and the Lynette White murder case.In 1994, John released 'Bloody Valentine', a non-fiction book about the murder of a young woman called Lynette White in the Cardiff docklands (aka Tiger Bay) on Valentine's Day 1988. It's also the story of the miscarriage of justice after three black men, 'The Cardiff Three', were wrongly convicted of her murder.It's a brutally frank tale of racism and police corruption, terrible misogynist violence and the grim realities of sex work. It's a book that got so close to the bone that John was sued for libel by the police and received death threats from various minor characters. It's an unforgettable portrait of life in the underbelly of Thatcher's Britain.John also writes crime fiction under the name "John Lincoln", with his latest effort, 'Grey in the Dark', released on February 23, 2023.You can purchase 'Bloody Valentine' and 'Grey in the Dark' here:Bloody Valentine | Oldcastle BooksGrey in the Dark | No Exit PressYou can learn more about John's work on his website:Home | John Lincoln Williams***This interview was recorded on May 25, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season 9 special, I'm telling the stories of Wilma McCann, Emily Jackson, Irene Richardson, Patricia Atkinson, Jayne MacDonald, Jean Jordan, Yvonne Pearson, Helen Rytka, Vera Millward, Josephine Whitaker, Barbara Leach, Margeurite Walls and Jacqueline Hill, who each lost their lives at the hands of Peter Sutcliffe, who many knew as "The Yorkshire Ripper".This two-part episode focuses on the stories of those thirteen innocent women - whose names are too often forgotten - ensuring their lives are remembered and not overshadowed by the darkness that befell them.In part 1, I explored the lives of Wilma, Emily, Irene, Patricia, Jayne and Jean, uncovering their stories, dreams, and aspirations.In this second and final part, I do the same with Yvonne, Helen, Vera, Josephine, Barbara, Margeurite and Jacqueline.I also delve into the 'Wearside Jack' hoax, Sutcliffe's arrest, the murder trial and the case's aftermath.⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/theforgotten13part2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome former police officers Matt Johnson and John Murray to the show in this interview episode to discuss their new book 'No Ordinary Day'.On April 17, 1984, as demonstrators gathered outside the Libyan embassy in London, two gunmen waited inside. At 10.18 am, automatic gunfire rained down on the protestors, and WPC Yvonne Fletcher fell, mortally wounded.As his friend lay dying, PC John Murray made her a promise that he would not rest until those responsible had been brought to justice. Thirty-seven years would pass before he was able to fulfil that undertaking.While researching this moving account of one man’s dogged pursuit of justice for a murdered colleague, Matt Johnson uncovered secret-service deals and government duplicity, all part of a plan to force an end to the National Union of Mineworkers strike. He discovered the real reason Yvonne’s killers were allowed to go free and how events that day led to thirty years of growing political control of policing, resulting in the disarray increasingly evident today.The book pulls seemingly unconnected threads into a coherent and shocking whole. It provides startling insights into how decisions taken by our politicians and the actions of our intelligence agencies, supposedly in our best interests, may be anything but.'No Ordinary Day' was released on June 8, 2023, and is available to purchase here:No Ordinary Day | Ad Lib Publishers***This interview was recorded on June 5, 2023.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season 9 special, I tell the stories of Wilma McCann, Emily Jackson, Irene Richardson, Patricia Atkinson, Jayne MacDonald, Jean Jordan, Yvonne Pearson, Helen Rytka, Vera Millward, Josephine Whitaker, Barbara Leach, Margeurite Walls and Jacqueline Hill, who each lost their lives at the hands of Peter Sutcliffe, who many knew as "The Yorkshire Ripper".This two-part episode will focus on the stories of those thirteen innocent women - whose names are too often forgotten - ensuring their lives are remembered and not overshadowed by the darkness that befell them.In this first part, I explore the lives of Wilma, Emily, Irene, Patricia, Jayne and Jean, uncovering their stories, dreams, and aspirations.I also delve into their respective murders, shedding light on the horrifying circumstances that cut their lives short.I'll discuss the crimes' societal impact, the fear that gripped local communities, and the emotional toll endured by the victims' families and friends.Next week I'll do the same with Yvonne, Helen, Vera, Josephine, Barbara, Margeurite and Jacqueline whilst also discussing Sutcliffe's arrest, trial and the case's aftermath.⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/theforgotten13part1/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this gripping episode recorded live at CrimeCon UK in London, join me as I delve into the tragic events of the July 2005 London bombings.My esteemed panel guests, Ray Fysh, Steven Keogh and Dr Richard Shepherd, bring their front-line expertise and unique perspectives to shed light on the devastating attacks that shook the nation.Drawing from their extensive experiences in law enforcement, counterterrorism, forensic science and forensic pathology, my expert panellists discuss the intricate details of the investigations, the aftermath, and the enduring impact on London and its people.With riveting personal accounts, they reveal the challenges faced by investigators, the emotional toll of such a catastrophic event, and the remarkable resilience of a community united in the face of terror.The panel structure is as follows:Overview of the 7/7 London bombings.What the panellists saw and their roles.The immediate aftermath.The explosives used in the attacks and the device makeup.Overview of the 21/7 attempted London bombings.How forensic science proved the bombers' intent on 21/7 was to kill.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a departure from my usual coverage of British murder cases, I bring you an off-season episode that delves into a profoundly compelling story from South Africa.As told by my guest Lorraine Purdon, the case of Alison Botha is not a murder story. Instead, it's an awe-inspiring account of survival.I feel compelled to issue a severe content warning for this episode because it contains alarming and graphic elements. I have no problem admitting that I was uncomfortable hearing some aspects of the raw and brutal nature of what happened to Alison.Nevertheless, I believe it is crucial to shine a light on it as it showcases the remarkable strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable horrors.In December 1994, Alison was abducted in the city of Gqeberha, known as Port Elizabeth at the time, and subjected to a brutal assault by two men that seemed destined to end in tragedy. Left for dead in a remote location, she faced insurmountable odds against survival.Lorraine recounts Alison's incredible escape, her fight for justice and her unwavering dedication to empowering violence survivors.***If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault or rape, dedicated helplines are available to provide guidance, resources, and a listening ear to survivors. Here are some UK-based helplines that specialize in supporting survivors of rape and sexual assault:Rape Crisis England & Wales | 0808 500 2222 | rapecrisis.org.ukRape Crisis Scotland | 08088 010 302 | rapecrisisscotland.org.ukRape Crisis Northern Ireland | 0800 0246 991 | rapecrisisni.org.ukThe Survivors Trust | 08088 010 818 | thesurvivorstrust.orgSurvivorsUK | 02035983898 | survivorsuk.orgFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of season 10, I tell the story of Annie Gross and Jessie Mackintosh.In the early hours of December 1, 1912, 29-year-old Annie Gross shot and killed 33-year-old Jessie Mackintosh as she retired to her room after a social gathering at a boarding house in Russell Square, London.Jessie was having an affair with Annie's husband, Harry, although it's worth mentioning that the couple had separated at the time.Despite initially seeming to confess to murdering Jessie, Annie later testified that her tumultuous and abusive marriage led her to attempt to kill her husband, which is who claimed she thought she had shot that morning.Amazingly, the jury bought Annie's story and found her guilty of manslaughter, despite it being a murder trial, in mid-January 1913.Mr Justice Darling handed her a five-year prison sentence and did not pretend to agree with the jury's verdict.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/anniegross Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Jason Nelson and Jordan Maguire.On May 26, 2013, 32-year-old Grenada national Jason murdered 20-year-old Jordan by stabbing him three times with a knife.Jason fled the UK and headed for Grenada before settling briefly in Trinidad. He was eventually arrested five months later after CCTV images of him from the day of the murder were released.Once extradited back to the UK, Jason was tried at Luton Crown Court and found guilty of Jordan's murder.Judge Michael Kay handed him a life sentence with a minimum term of 27 years on October 22, 2015.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/jasonnelson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Thomas Shanks and Vickie Fletcher.On May 7, 1998, 47-year-old former SAS soldier Thomas Shanks murdered his ex-girlfriend Vickie Fletcher whilst the 21-year-old was on a night out with her friends in Castleford, West Yorkshire.After using an AK-47 to fire multiple shots at Vickie, Thomas fled to Scotland, where he was arrested the following day.His first murder trial ended in May 1999, with the jury unable to reach a verdict. A subsequent trial occurred in early 2000, with Thomas being found guilty of murder on April 19.Mr Justice Jowitt handed him a life sentence, and he received a minimum term of 18 years in 2008 when the law changed regarding minimum tariffs.As of November 2017, Thomas Shanks is a free man, with some sources suspecting that he has returned to his native Scotland.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/thomasshanks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre to the show in this interview episode.⁣Donal is an Irish investigative journalist specialising in undercover operations and television exposés.His TV work includes 'MacIntyre Investigates' and 'MacIntyre Undercover'. He also presents 'Donal MacIntyre: Unsolved' for the CBS Reality Channel.In his new show 'Donal MacIntyre's Killer Evidence', Donal demonstrates through ten UK and US-based cases that forensics will always uncover the ‘killer evidence’ which brings murderers to justice.‘Donal MacIntyre’s Killer Evidence’ airs Monday nights at 10pm on CBS Reality until May 29, 2023. CBS Reality is available on Freeview (67), Sky (146), Virgin (148) and Freesat (135) and via the CBS Catchup ChannelsUK App.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Peter Taylor, Nigel Ogier and Patrick Welch.On March 7, 2003, Peter and Nigel lured Patrick to Ascot Racecourse on the pretext of stealing alcohol from the kitchens.Patrick was stabbed and beaten to death by both men shortly after arriving.Judge Stephen Kramer handed both men a life sentence on February 13, 2004, with minimum terms of 20 years.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/patrickwelch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Scott and Bernadette Walker.On July 18, 2020, 17-year-old Bernadette was last seen alive leaving her grandparents' house after her dad Scott picked her up.She was reported as missing three days later by her mum, Sarah Walker.Scott was arrested on suspicion of Bernadette's murder in September 2020 despite her body not being found.He was subsequently handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 32 years in September 2021 after being found guilty of her murder.Sarah was handed a 6-year jail sentence after being found guilty of two counts of perverting the course of justice.To this day, Bernadette's body has not been found.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/scottwalker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Nicola Edgington, Marion Edgington and Sally Hodkin.On November 4, 2005, 25-year-old Nicola Edgington stabbed her 60-year-old mum Marion to death.After pleading guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility in October 2006, Nicola was detained under the Mental Health Act 1983.In September 2009, Nicola was discharged to a housing association self-contained flat.On October 10, 2011, Nicola repeatedly spoke with emergency services personnel in an attempt to get herself sectioned.Later that day, she purchased a knife from ASDA and unsuccessfully attempted to murder 22-year-old Kerry Clark with it.She then stole a knife from a butcher's shop and stabbed and killed 58-year-old Sally Hodkin, whom Nicola had chosen to attack randomly.Judge Brian Barker handed Nicola Edgington a life sentence with a minimum term of 37 years on March 4, 2013.Len Hodkin, Sally's son, is the chairperson of the UK charity Hundred Families. You can find out more about Hundred Families here:hundredfamilies.orgFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/nicolaedgington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome author Sally-Anne Martyn to the show in this interview episode.⁣Sally-Anne grew up in a small village just outside Sheffield and comes from a working-class background.Her writing is inspired by those women who are constantly left on the sidelines and ignored.Sally-Anne takes the underdog, allows her the freedom to do what she wants (good or bad) and sees where it takes her.With a diet of 'Hammer House' and 'Tales of the Unexpected' as a child, along with a love for the ridiculous, it is no surprise that her books have chilling themes with a hint of dark humour.Sally-Anne's book, 'The Clinic', was released on October 27, 2022, and is available to purchase here:The Clinic | sallyannemartyn.comFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Albert Dryden and Harry Collinson.In 1988, Albert Dryden built a sunken bungalow on his land without planning permission.Over the next three years, he had a constant back-and-forth battle with Derwentside District Council, who demanded he demolish the bungalow.On June 20, 1991, the council, led by principal planning officer Harry Collinson, arrived at Albert's land, intent on demolishing it themselves.Confronting the councilman with a gun, Albert shot and killed Harry in an incident captured by TV news cameras.Albert received a life sentence for Harry's murder on April 1, 1992, and passed away 26 years later on September 15, 2018.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/albertdryden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome forensic scientist Robert (Bob) Green to the show in this interview episode.⁣Bob worked for the Forensic Science Service (FSS) in research and service development before moving to the Home Office to become the head of science and technology in the Police and Crime Standards Directorate.He was at the forefront of ensuring the most effective use of forensic science to combat crime and develop knowledge around applying forensic science and policing tools to support the investigation of violent and acquisitive crimes.He is noted for developing and leading the national programme of cold case review – Operation Advance – and being a national and international speaker on developing DNA and other biometric databases.For his services to forensic science, Bob was awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list of 2008.Nowadays, Bob is a Reader in Forensic Science and Director of Student Engagement at the University of Kent for the School of Chemistry and Forensic Science. For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Craig Keogh and Jane Hings.On September 24, 2017, 72-year-old Jane Hings was sexually assaulted and murdered by 25-year-old Craig Keogh in her Fleckney bungalow.Craig then burgled Jane's home and sold what he could to help fund a lavish weekend of spending.He was arrested two days later in his caravan and subsequently handed a life sentence on March 20, 2018, with a minimum term of 32 years.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/craigkeogh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Rocky Price and Lindsay Birbeck.On August 12, 2019, 47-year-old teaching assistant Lindsay Birbeck was murdered by 16-year-old Rocky Price in a seemingly random attack.Rocky then transported Lindsay's body to Accrington Cemetery using a wheelie bin - an act he was caught doing on CCTV - and buried her body.Mrs Justice Yip handed Rocky Price a life sentence with a minimum term of 16 years on January 12, 2015, at Preston Crown Court.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/rockyprice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome private investigator David McKelvey to the show in this interview episode.⁣David was formerly a Detective Chief Inspector in the Metropolitan Police with over 60 commendations, and in 2007, he formed TM Eye, one of the UK’s most active private investigation companies.In this episode, David and I primarily discuss the 1995 Rettondon murders, also known as the Range Rover murders or Essex Murders.David was responsible for first arresting key prosecution witness Darren Nicholls, the man who claimed to have been the getaway driver for Jack Steele and Jack Whomes, who were subsequently convicted of the murders.A gripping new three-part series called "The Essex Murders" launches on Sky Documentaries (and NOW) on April 15, 2023, and features David and his team's efforts to uncover the truth behind one of the most notorious multiple murders in British history.You can find out more about 'TM Eye' here:https://tm-eye.co.uk/For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the story of Lewis Daynes and Breck Bednar.On the morning of February 17, 2014, 18-year-old Lewis Daynes murdered 14-year-old Breck Bednar by stabbing him in the neck.Breck met Lewis online and was lured to his flat the previous evening.Lewis Daynes was handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 25 years on January 12, 2015, by Mrs Justice Cox at Chelmsford Crown Court.Lorin LaFave, Breck's mum, founded a charity in 2014 in response to the tragic loss of her son. You can find out more about 'The Breck Foundation' here:breckfoundation.orgFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣britishmurders.com⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣britishmurders.com/lewisdaynes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this off-season episode, I'm joined by Bobbie Holmes of Killer Stories, who tells me (and you) the story of American double murderer Larry Gene Bell.Larry Gene Bell kidnapped 17-year-old Shari Smith on May 31, 1985, and murdered her shortly after. He then taunted Shari's family by making several phone calls and forcing Shari to write them a letter before she was killed.A couple of weeks later, Larry kidnapped 9-year-old Debra Helmick and murdered her in a similar fashion. Once more, he taunted Shari's family after doing so.After his arrest on June 27, 1985, Larry Gene Bell was given the death penalty. He chose the electric chair over lethal injection and was finally executed on October 4, 1996.You can find and support 'Killer Stories' here:https://linktr.ee/KillerStoriesFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicBobbie's References:www.britishmurders.com/larrygenebell/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season 8 special, I tell the story of Fred and Rose West, two of England's most infamous serial killers.Between 1967 and 1987, Fred and Rose tortured and killed a minimum of 12 women and girls, some of whom were their children.The couple were not apprehended until 1994, after which Rose received a whole life order.Fred escaped justice by taking his own life on January 1, 1995.In the first episode of this two-part special, I discussed Fred and Rose's respective early lives, backgrounds and relationships, including their marriage to each other.This week, I discuss the murders they were convicted of, the trial and its aftermath.⁣⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/fredandrosepart2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome investigative reporter Louise Shorter to the show in this interview episode.⁣Louise is a former producer/director of BBC TV's long-running miscarriage of justice investigative series 'Rough Justice'.She founded 'Inside Justice' in 2010, a registered charity that has built a wholly unique advisory panel of world-renowned experts who work pro bono to strengthen the criminal justice system.In her new show 'Wrongly Accused', Louise will meet the wrongly accused, the family members involved, and those close to the case. Then, Louise and a group of experts will interrogate how the wrongs were corrected from the original trial to put the real killer behind bars.This ground-breaking new true crime series looks at both sides of some of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British criminal history.'Wrongly Accused' premieres on CBS Reality on March 21, 2023, at 10 pm (GMT) and continues Tuesdays at 10 pm (GMT).CBS Reality can be found on the following channels:Sky 146Freeview 67Virgin Media 148Freesat 135For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season 8 special, I tell the story of Fred and Rose West, two of England's most infamous serial killers.Between 1967 and 1987, Fred and Rose tortured and killed a minimum of 12 women and girls, some of whom were their children.The couple were not apprehended until 1994, after which Rose received a whole life order.Fred escaped justice by taking his own life on January 1, 1995.In the first episode of this two-part special, I discuss Fred and Rose's respective early lives, backgrounds and relationships, including their marriage.Next week, I'll discuss the murders they were convicted of, the trial and its aftermath.⁣⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/fredandrosepart1/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome former undercover cop Danni Brooke to the show in this interview episode.⁣For over a decade, Danni was one of the most effective female undercover cops in the UK, one of a minimal number of women in the Met’s elite unit. She was so successful at taking down criminals that she was seconded to forces around the country.Whether infiltrating organized crime gangs or disrupting drug supply lines, Danni played the innocent Essex girl, fooling even the most suspicious villains, using her quick wits to keep her out of trouble. She loved the job, but the pressures of her work and trying to balance the long hours with being a mother, were to take a toll on her personal life.Now retired as a police officer, Danni has enjoyed a successful television career and is booked as a keynote speaker for various corporate events.Danni is also famed for her role as a Hunter on 'Hunted' and 'Celebrity Hunted' for Channel 4.In her memoir, 'The Girl for the Job', Danni reveals why she left the police, how she found a new career (and love) on C4’s 'Hunted', and why the thrill of covert work still pulls her into private investigations.'The Girl for the Job' was released on March 2, 2023, and is available to purchase here:The Girl for the Job | Pan MacmillanFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I tell the stories of Christopher Halliwell, Becky Godden-Edwards and Sian O'Callaghan.In March 2011, Halliwell murdered Sian after picking her up in his taxi after she left a Swindon nightclub.He was handed a life sentence with a 25-year minimum for Sian's murder in October 2012.This case is controversial because Halliwell revealed the location of another woman he'd killed, Becky Godden-Edwards, at the same time he revealed the location of Sian's body.Due to PACE being breached by DS Steve Fulcher, Becky's murder wasn't part of the October 2012 trial.Halliwell wouldn't be found guilty of Becky's murder until September 2016, after which he was handed a whole life order.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/christopherhalliwell/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I tell the story of Abdalla Yones and Heshu Yones in this episode.In October 2002, Abdalla murdered his 16-year-old daughter, Heshu, by stabbing her multiple times.Pleading guilty to the murder at The Old Bailey, Abdalla became the first person in UK legal history to admit having carried out an "honour killing".Judge Neil Denison handed Abdalla Yones a life sentence in September 2003 with a minimum term of 14 years.**The following is NOT a sponsored message**If you are experiencing Honour Based Abuse/Violence, or are concerned that someone you know is, please consider contacting Karma Nirvana.Karma Nirvana was established in 1993 as the first specialist charity for victims and survivors. They are committed to ending Honour Based Abuse in the UK.Tel: 0800 5999 247Web: karmanirvana.org.ukFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/abdallayones/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome former police officer Matt Calveley to the show in this interview episode.⁣With an astonishing career spanning three decades in the Metropolitan Police, Matt arrested over 1,000 criminals, covered a quarter of a million miles on foot and wheels and was injured more than 30 times on duty.He retired in 2016 with over a dozen commendations, a People of Achievement award and the Livia Award for Professionalism and Services to Justice.On London's front line, he dealt with horrific death scenes, served as a Custody Sergeant, provided jury protection during a huge corruption trial, qualified as a mass fatality specialist and once got bitten by an escaped squirrel monkey called Clive.In his memoir 'Cops and Horrors: Secret Tales from the Front Line', Matt offers an up close and personal view into the life of a dedicated officer serving in one of the biggest police forces in the world.'Cops and Horrors' was released on April 14, 2022, and is available to purchase here:Cops and Horrors (Mirror Books) | Amazon UKFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I tell the story of Odessa Carey Snr and Odessa Carey Jnr in this episode.In April 2019, Odessa Jnr murdered her mum, Odessa Snr, after attacking her with a mallet.She then removed her mum's head using scissors and knives before later removing her brain.After the murder, Odessa Jnr carried her mum's decapitated head around in a plastic carrier bag and reportedly kissed it on the forehead in front of a family friend.Judge Paul Sloan handed Odessa Jnr a hospital order on March 12, 2020, after deeming her not fit enough to stand trial.WARNING: This episode focuses heavily on Odessa Jnr's lifelong mental health issues and might be a difficult listen for some.**The following is NOT a sponsored message**If you are suffering from mental health problems or are concerned that someone you know is, please consider contacting the following charities:Mind (ENG & WAL): 0300 123 3393The Scottish Association for Mental Health (SCO): 0344 800 0550The Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health (NI): 028 9032 8474 / 00353 42 938 5736For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/odessacarey/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I tell the story of Damian Rzeszowski and his family in this episode.On August 14, 2011, Damian and his wife Izabela returned from a couple's trip to their native Poland. Later that day, the family planned on hosting a barbecue.After being berated by Izabela for leaving the kids alone in the house whilst she went to collect her friend, Damian snapped.He grabbed two kitchen knives and, within the space of 15 minutes, murdered Izabela, Marek Gartska, his father-in-law, Kinga and Kacper, his two children, and Marta and Julia de la Haye, Izabela's friend and her daughter.Damian then turned the knife on himself but survived his self-inflicted injuries.Judge Michael Birt handed Damian six concurrent 30-year sentences on October 29, 2012, after he was found guilty of manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility.Damian Rzeszowski took his own life at HMP Full Sutton on March 31, 2018.⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/damianrzeszowski/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome award-winning investigator Oliver Laurence to the show in this interview episode.⁣Oliver spent over 12 years as a police officer in the Metropolitan Police, South Australia Police and Queensland Police Service.Since retiring from the police, Oliver has achieved great things as a security and intelligence investigator, including receiving the UK Investigator of the Year award in 2019.He is currently a managing partner of I-OnAsia, a global risk management company, and the host of 'Protect & Serve', a podcast that sees Oliver chat with various people in law enforcement.Check out 'Protect and Serve' here:Protect and Serve | Apple PodcastsProtect and Serve | SpotifyFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I tell the story of Kenneth Bill and John Hay in this episode.On March 15, 2012, Kenneth lured John to his unit at Meltham Mills Industrial Estate on the pretence of him pricing up some building work.Once there, Kenneth beat John to death inside the unit, burned his body and disposed of the ashes at a local recycling centre.Kenneth was in love with Carol Hay, John's wife, and wanted him out of the picture so that he could pursue a relationship with her.Judge Peter Benson handed Kenneth a life sentence on September 21, 2012, with a minimum term of 22 years.⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/kennethbill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I tell the story of Anxiang Du and the Ding family in this episode.On April 29, 2011, Anxiang Du left his Coventry home and headed for Northampton.It was in a house there that he murdered Jeff, Helen, Xing and Alice Ding.The apparent motive behind the massacre was Anxiang losing a decade-long legal battle against the Dings, his former business partners.On November 28, 2013, Mr Justice Flaux handed Anxiang Du a life sentence with a minimum term of 40 years.⁣⁣For all things British Murders, please visit my website:⁣https://www.britishmurders.com/⁣Intro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic⁣References:⁣www.britishmurders.com/anxiangdu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome forensic anthropologist Sam Rennie to the show in this interview episode.⁣Sam is an academic with a background in biological and forensic anthropology.He has experience working as a certified forensic anthropologist (FA-III) in the UK and as a search and recovery specialist in DVI (Disaster Victim Identification) incidents.He is also a member of the UK - DVI Forensic Anthropology Cadre.Sam is currently the programme lead for BSc Forensic Biology at Bournemouth University and is a senior lecturer in Forensic Investigation.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.