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"The Amityville Killer" Ronald DeFeo Jr. with Lorraine Purdon of American Murder Stories
bonusEIn this episode of British Murders, I welcome Lorraine Purdon to the show to discuss the case of American mass murderer Ronald DeFeo Jr.On November 13, 1974, Defeo Jr. brutally murdered his mum, dad, brothers and sisters at their shared home in Amityville, New York.He was handed six sentences of 25 years to life and died aged 69 on March 12, 2021.His case inspired the book and film versions of The Amityville Horror.You may know Lorraine as the host of Once Upon a Nightmare, but she has a new true crime podcast focusing on North, Central and South American murder cases.You can find and support 'American Murder Stories' here:https://linktr.ee/americanmurderstoriesFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmRecorded using:Zoom (video)Hindenberg PRO (my audio)Adobe Audition (Lorraine's audio)Edited in:DaVinci Resolve 17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 10S05E10 | The 'Beauty in the Bath' Murder of Cynthia Bolshaw
EIn the tenth and final episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the tragic story of Cynthia Bolshaw.Cynthia was murdered in her luxury bungalow in Heswall, the Wirral, on October 8, 1983, and her body was placed face down into 18-inch deep bathwater.Police had no idea who the culprit was until advances in DNA technology led them to a suspect almost 16 years later in March 1999.John Edwin Taft was eventually convicted of Cynthia's murder but always proclaimed his innocence.Did the police catch the man responsible? Or was John Taft sent down due to being in the wrong place at the wrong time?This season finale is a real-life murder mystery, and I'd love to hear your opinions about it.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmSony CX450 HandycamRecorded in:Hindenberg PROEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17You can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:www.britishmurders.com/cynthiabolshaw/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #8 | Miranda Young (Paranormal Historian)
bonusEI welcome American paranormal historian Miranda Young to the show in this interview episode.Miranda began investigating with a paranormal team in 2013, with her role being that of an investigator, photo analyst, video/audio evidence producer and marketing specialist.Miranda left the team in 2018 due to the volume of travelling and exploring she was doing independently.As a result, Ghost Biker Explorations was born, and the rest, as they say, is history.This episode sees Miranda telling three cases from across the pond in a unique combination of true crime, history and the paranormal.The three cases covered within this episode are:1. The 1927 Robbins High School Auditorium Shooting (Robbins, Tennessee, USA)2. The Rampart Street Murder House (New Orleans, Louisiana, USA)3. The Willows Weep House (Cayuga, Indiana, USA)You can find and support 'Ghost Biker Explorations' here:https://ghostbikerexp.wixsite.com/ghostbikerFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmRecorded in:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 9S05E09 | Lee Ford | The Cornwall Family Annihilation
EIn the ninth episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Lee Ford.In August/September 2000, Lee Ford murdered his 36-year-old wife Lesley Ford in Carnkie, Cornwall, along with four of her children from her first marriage.Lee initially buried all five bodies in a woodshed at the bottom of their garden before re-burying two of the bodies in a field in Treluswell, Cornwall.On May 24, 2001, Lee was handed five separate life sentences at Bristol Crown Court with a minimum term of 27 years.He will be eligible to apply for parole in October 2027.You can find Nicki Budden's petition to keep Lee Ford behind bars here:https://www.change.org/p/government-ensure-a-killer-stays-inside-never-comes-outFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmSony CX450 HandycamRecorded in:Hindenberg PROEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17You can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:www.britishmurders.com/leeford/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #7 | Stephen Bates (Writer and Journalist)
bonusEI welcome British writer and award-winning journalist Stephen Bates to the show in this interview episode to discuss the Major Herbert Armstrong case from 1921.For over 45 years, Stephen has reported as a journalist from more than 40 countries worldwide.He's reported for the BBC, Daily Telegraph, Daily Mail, and The Guardian for 22 of those 45 years.Stephen is now a freelance writer, a regular broadcaster and the author of nine books, with one more scheduled for publication in 2022.Stephen's latest book 'The Poisonous Solicitor: The True Story of a 1920s Murder Mystery', released on April 7, 2022, is available to purchase here:https://iconbooks.com/ib-title/the-poisonous-solicitor/You can find and support Stephen Bates here:http://stephenbateswriter.com/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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmRecorded using:ZoomEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 8S05E08 | Nathan Maynard-Ellis and David Leesley | The Murder of Julia Rawson
EIn the eighth episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Nathan Maynard-Ellis and David Leesley.On May 11, 2019, Nathan Maynard-Ellis entered the Bottle & Cork pub in Dudley, West Midlands, where he met 42-year-old Julia Rawson.The pair left the pub at 2:00 am on May 12, 2019, and nobody saw Julia alive again.Nathan and his partner David murdered Julia before dismembering her into 11 pieces and scattering her body parts all over their home town of Tipton, West Midlands.On December 21, 2020, both men were handed life sentences with minimum terms of 30 years and 19 years, respectively.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmSony CX450 HandycamRecorded in:Hindenberg PROEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17You can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:www.britishmurders.com/nathanmaynardellis/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | Fresh (2022) | Movie Review feat. Lorraine Purdon of Once Upon a Nightmare
bonusEIn this movie review episode, I am joined by Lorraine from the "true crime in horror" podcast 'Once Upon a Nightmare'.This film marked the directorial debut of Mimi Cave, and it was released on March 4, 2022 (in the USA via Hulu) and March 18, 2022 (in the UK via Disney+).This episode has a great blooper included in my intro, and I once again attempted to do a trailer for the film.You can find and support 'Once Upon a Nightmare' here:https://linktr.ee/onceuponanightmareFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmRecorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #6 | Neil Lancaster (Author and Former Police Officer)
bonusEI welcome Neil Lancaster to the show in this interview episode.Neil is a former RAF Military Policeman and Police Officer who served in the Metropolitan Police for 25 years between 1990 and 2015.After retiring, Neil turned his hand to writing crime and thriller novels whilst also working as a broadcaster and commentator on true crime documentaries.Neil's fourth book 'The Blood Tide', released on March 31, 2022, is the second in the highly acclaimed DS Max Craigie series and is available to purchase here:The Blood Tide (DS Max Craigie Book 2) – HarperCollins Publishers 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal MicrophoneCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom ArmRecorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 7S05E07 | John Taylor | The Murder of Leanne Tiernan
EIn the seventh episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of John Taylor.On November 26, 2000, John Taylor abducted 16-year-old Leanne Tiernan from Houghley Gill in Bramley, Leeds, before strangling her to death at his home.John was initially handed two life sentences in July 2002 with a minimum term to serve of 20 years, but that was increased when several cold case reviews revealed that Leanne was not his first victim.In February 2003, John was handed two further life sentences and a 30-year minimum after pleading guilty to the rape of two women between 1988 and 1989.In October 2018, John was handed a whole life order after it was revealed that he had committed 16 total offences between 1977 and 1996 against five separate women and children.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Sony CX450 Handycam: https://bit.ly/3tqYFawRecorded in:AudacityEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:www.britishmurders.com/johntaylor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) | Movie Review feat. The Slasher Vidcast
bonusEIn this movie review episode, I am joined by Steven "Bob" Marshall of 'The Slasher Vidcast' as we discuss 2022's 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre'.David Blue Garcia directed this film, and it was released on Netflix worldwide on February 18, 2022.We had a great time recording this, so I hope you enjoy it.Consider this a bonus episode (a bit of fun).You can find and support 'The Slasher Vidcast' here:Twitter | @SlasherVidcastYouTube | The Slasher VidcastFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #5 | Dr Amanda Brown (Prison Doctor and Author)
bonusEI welcome Dr Amanda Brown to the show in this interview episode.Dr Brown used to be a general practitioner with a comfortable, suburban practice before changing direction and working with prisoners.She has worked as a doctor in a teenage detention centre as well as Wormwood Scrubs and currently works at Bronzefield, the largest women-only prison in Europe.She has previously written two books about her time as a prison doctor, 2019's 'The Prison Doctor' and 2020's 'The Prison Doctor: Women Inside'.Dr Brown's third book 'The Prison Doctor: The Final Sentence', released on March 17, 2022, is available to purchase here:The Prison Doctor: The Final Sentence – HarperCollins Publishers 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 6S05E06 | Jake Notman | The Manslaughter of Lauren Bloomer
EIn the sixth episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Jake Notman.On November 19, 2020, partners Jake Notman and Lauren Bloomer celebrated the release of the ninth generation video game console, the PlayStation 5.In preparation, Jake had purchased an edible brownie which they both ate shortly before bed.Jake, however, had a terrible trip, and in the early hours of November 20, 2020, he violently attacked and killed Lauren.Lauren recorded the entire attack on her phone.Jake Notman was found guilty of unlawful manslaughter and sentenced to 8 years and eight months imprisonment.He will be eligible for release on license on November 23, 2025, two-thirds of the way into his sentence.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigMy most recent guest appearance on 'Out of the Blank' can be found here:https://spoti.fi/3HTvXmGMy guest appearance on 'Kinda Murdery' can be found here:https://spoti.fi/3ClwXyMReferences:www.britishmurders.com/jakenotman/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #4 | Shay Doyle (Former Soldier and Undercover Police Officer)
bonusEI welcome former British soldier and undercover police officer Shay Doyle to the show in this interview episode.Shay's police career spanned 17 years, and he was one of the UK's chosen few Level 1 undercover operatives.Posing as a professional criminal, he came face to face with some of Britain's most dangerous gangsters and was part of a hand-picked team chosen to hunt down the now-convicted murderer Dale Cregan.After being medically discharged from the police in 2020, Shay is now a mental health advocate working alongside professionals and organisations to tackle the stigma attached to mental health in high-risk and high-pressure roles.He is also a passionate activist against gun, gang and knife crime.Shay's book 'Deep Cover: How I took down Britain's most dangerous gangsters', released on March 3, 2022, is available to purchase here:https://bit.ly/36mJd6dFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZoomEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 5S05E05 | Christopher Farrow | The Murder of Wendy Speakes
EIn the fifth episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Christopher Farrow.On March 15, 1994, 33-year-old Christopher tricked his way into the home of 51-year-old divorcee Wendy Speakes in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.Christopher sexually assaulted Wendy before stabbing her a total of 9 times, killing her.A shoe fetishist, Christopher forced Wendy to wear a pair of blue mule shoes that he'd purchased from a local charity shop a few days earlier and placed a pair of Wendy's black stiletto's on her bedside table whilst he carried out the attack.The case remained unsolved for six years until advances in computer technology linked Christopher's fingerprint to one found at the crime scene.Christopher Farrow was handed a life sentence on November 14, 2000, with a minimum term to serve of 18 years.He has been denied parole twice since 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:www.britishmurders.com/christopherfarrow/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 4S05E04 | Harold Jones | The Murders of Freda Burnell and Florence Little
EIn the fourth episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Welsh child murderer Harold Jones.In June 1921, 15-year-old Harold was acquitted of murdering 8-year-old schoolgirl Freda Burnell.Two weeks after being released from custody, Harold murdered 11-year-old schoolgirl Florence Little.He served 20 years in prison after confessing to both murders and was released in 1941 at the age of 35.Some believe Harold Jones was responsible for committing the ‘Jack the Stripper' murders in the 1960s.He died of bone cancer in January 1971.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/haroldjones/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 3S05E03 | Colin Hatch | The Murder of Sean Williams
EIn the third episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Colin Hatch. On July 19, 1993, 21-year-old paedophile Colin Hatch snatched 7/8-year-old Sean Williams outside Norfolk Close tower block. Colin sexually assaulted Sean in the bedroom of his flat before suffocating him to death with a plastic bag, placing his body inside two bin bags and leaving it in the tower block's elevator. He was handed a life sentence on January 28, 1994, by Judge Nina Lowry, but no minimum term to serve was set. Colin Hatch was murdered on February 22, 2011, by fellow inmate Damien Fowkes at HMP Full Sutton. 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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8 Recorded using:AudacityZoom Edited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17 Mastered in:Auphonic You can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7Mig References:https://www.britishmurders.com/colinhatch/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 2S05E02 | Brian Blackwell | The Murders of Sydney and Jackie Blackwell
EIn the second episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the story of Brian Blackwell.On July 25, 2004, 18-year-old Brian Blackwell brutally murdered his parents, Sydney and Jackie Blackwell, with a claw hammer and a knife.He stabbed his parents a total of 50 times between them.After being diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) by three psychiatrists and two psychologists, Brian was found guilty of two counts of manslaughter due to diminished responsibility.He was handed a life sentence on June 29, 2005, by Mr Justice Royce with a minimum term to serve of 12 years.As the result of a parole board hearing in 2016, Brian was released from Swinfen Hall Young Offender's Institution and is now a free man.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/brianblackwell/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #3 | Christopher Berry-Dee (Criminologist and Author)
bonusEI welcome criminologist and author Christopher Berry-Dee to the show in this interview episode.Christopher has written over 30 true crime books and frequently appears on TV documentaries as a leading authority on serial homicide.His 2003 book 'Talking with Serial Killers' has been translated into 8 languages and has sold over 1.5 million copies.Christopher was a researcher/interviewer for the acclaimed 12-part documentary series 'The Serial Killers', which aired in 1995, and has consulted on the cases of Fred & Rose West, Ian Brady & Myra Hindley and Dr Harold Shipman.Over the years Christopher has spoken to multiple serial killers including "Genesee River Killer" Arthur Shawcross, Aileen Wuornos, "The Yorkshire Ripper" Peter Sutcliffe, Harvey "The Hammer" Carignan and "The Roadside Strangler" Michael Ross.Christopher's latest book 'Talking with Serial Killers: Sleeping with Psychopaths' was released on January 6, 2022, and is available to purchase here:https://amzn.to/3FOuKvOYou can find and support Christopher Berry-Dee here:https://www.christopherberrydee.com/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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZoomEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S5 Ep 1S05E01 | Russell Bishop | The ‘Babes in the Wood’ Murders of Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway
EIn the first episode of British Murders Season 5, I tell the tragic story of the ‘Babes in the Wood’ murders.On October 9, 1986, a 20-year-old man named Russell Bishop sexually assaulted and strangled two 9-year-old girls named Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway.He was arrested, taken to trial and acquitted in 1987.In 1990, Bishop went on to sexually assault a 7-year-old girl, leaving her for dead.This time, the girl survived, and Bishop was handed a life sentence with a minimum term to serve of 14 years.Due to advances in technology and the passing of the Criminal Justice Act 2003, Bishop was retaken to trial in 2018 and found guilty of the murders of Nicola and Karen.He was handed two life sentences with a minimum term to serve of 36 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicYou can purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku 2' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3Kp7MigYou can purchase 'Babes in the Wood: Two girls murdered. A guilty man walks free. Can the police get justice?' by Graham Bartlett with Peter James here:https://amzn.to/3rwVPyjReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/russellbishop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The 'Dexter' Copycat Killer" Mark Andrew Twitchell | Killer British Murder Stories Vol. 4 Feat. Bobbie Holmes
bonusEIn the fourth volume of Killer British Murder Stories, I am told the story of Mark Twitchell by Bobbie Holmes of Killer Stories Podcast.Twitchell was convicted of first-degree murder on April 12, 2011, for the murder of Johnny Altinger.He was handed a life sentence with a minimum term to serve of 25 years.This case is notorious because Twitchell claims to have been inspired by fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan, the protagonist of the 'Dexter' book series and TV show.This is the second of two collaboration episodes Bobbie and I recently recorded. To hear me tell the story of Penelope Jackson, check out Killer Stories.You can find and support 'Killer Stories' here:https://linktr.ee/KillerStoriesMy episode on Penelope Jackson can be found here:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3FjIX3OSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3qbfrZoFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicBobbie's references:https://www.britishmurders.com/marktwitchell/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | Scary Movie (2000) | Movie Review feat. Once Upon A Nightmare
bonusEIn this off-season episode, I am once again chatting to my good friend Lorraine from the horror movie podcast 'Once Upon a Nightmare'.This episode was actually recorded for Lorraine’s podcast, but we had such a fun time, so I thought I’d bring the episode across here so you can all give it a listen.This movie was a staple of my childhood and I still quote it daily.Lots and lots of laughs were had.You can find and support 'Once Upon a Nightmare' here:https://linktr.ee/onceuponanightmareFor all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview #2 | Kristy Sumner (Paranormal Investigator)
bonusEI welcome American paranormal investigator Kristy Sumner to the show in this interview episode.In 2014, Kristy, her sisters and friends formed the Soul Sisters Paranormal team.The team has travelled all across America to investigate supposed haunted locations.In a unique combination of true crime and the paranormal, this episode sees Kristy tell me the stories of three infamous American murder cases followed by her experiences in each of the respective murder houses.The three cases covered within this episode are:1. Kate "Ma" Barker and the Barker-Karpis Gang (Marion County, Florida, USA)2. Lizzie Borden and the Fall River Axe Murders (Fall River, Massachusetts, USA)3. The Villisca Axe Murders (Villisca, Iowa, USA)You can find and support 'Soul Sisters Paranormal' here:https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 12"The Bus Stop Killer" Levi Bellfield Pt. 2: The Murders
EIn the season 4 special of British Murders, I'm telling the story of Levi Bellfield, aka “The "Bus Stop Killer”.Bellfield was found guilty on February 25, 2008, of the murders of Marsha McDonnell and Amélie Delagrange and the attempted murder of Kate Sheedy, for which he was sentenced to life imprisonment.On June 23, 2011, Bellfield was found guilty of a third murder, 13-year-old schoolgirl Amanda “Milly” Dowler.Bellfield is the only UK serial killer to be handed two whole life orders, meaning he will never be considered for parole.This week we'll discuss the murders themselves as well as the trials that followed.We'll be focusing on the victims this week instead of Levi Bellfield.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Bus Stop Killer: Milly Dowler, Her Murder and the Full Story of the Sadistic Serial Killer Levi Bellfield' by Geoffrey Wansell here:https://amzn.to/3dNdLOTMilly's Fund: https://millysfund.org.ukSuzy Lamplugh Trust: https://www.suzylamplugh.orgRecorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/levibellfieldpart2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 11"The Bus Stop Killer" Levi Bellfield Pt. 1: Background
EIn the season 4 special of British Murders, I tell the story of Levi Bellfield, aka “The Bus Stop Killer”.Bellfield was found guilty on February 25, 2008, of the murders of Marsha McDonnell and Amélie Delagrange and the attempted murder of Kate Sheedy, for which he was sentenced to life imprisonment.On June 23, 2011, Bellfield was found guilty of a third murder, 13-year-old schoolgirl Amanda “Milly” Dowler.Bellfield is the only UK serial killer to be handed two whole life orders, meaning he will never be considered for parole.In the first episode of this 2 part special, we'll focus on Bellfield’s childhood and background before the murders.Next week, we'll discuss the murders themselves as well as the trials that followed.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Bus Stop Killer: Milly Dowler, Her Murder and the Full Story of the Sadistic Serial Killer Levi Bellfield' by Geoffrey Wansell here:https://amzn.to/3dNdLOTRecorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/levibellfieldpart1/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 10S04E10 - James Patterson Smith (The Murder of Kelly-Anne Bates)
EIn the tenth and final episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of James Patterson Smith and Kelly-Anne Bates.On April 16, 1996, middle-aged James Smith drowned his 17-year-old girlfriend, Kelly-Anne, in the bath.Kelly-Anne had been brutally tortured by James for around 4 weeks prior to being murdered.Detective Sergeant Joseph Monaghan said he has never seen a case as horrific as this in his 15 years on the police force.James Smith was handed a life sentence on November 19, 1997, with a minimum term to serve of 20 years.This is one of the most brutal cases I’ve ever researched, so prepare yourself before listening.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/jamessmith/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 9S04E09 - Peter Reeve (The Murder of PC Ian Dibell)
EIn the ninth episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Peter Reeve and PC Ian Dibell.On July 9, 2012, Reeve confronted his neighbour Trevor Marshall in Clacton-on-Sea and fired several handgun shots towards him.Trevor was hit once in the leg and survived, but the same can’t be said for heroic police officer Ian Dibell.Despite being off-duty at the time of the attack, PC Dibell attempted to disarm Reeve but was shot in the chest during the scuffle.PC Dibell died almost instantly due to suffering fatal aorta damage.Peter Reeve shot himself in the head the following morning at All Saints Church in the neighbouring village of Writtle.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/peterreeve/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 8S04E08 - Euan Peters (The Murder of Shafiul Islam)
EIn the eighth episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Euan Peters and Shafiul Islam.Peters, who also went by Sax Coke, was an underground UK hip hop artist who was well known to the police.On November 14, 2019, Peters visited Islam’s flat in Newport, South Wales, and proceeded to attack him multiple times with a glass Kopparberg cider bottle.Islam suffered severe brain injuries and died 6 days later at Royal Gwent Hospital as a result.Peters received a life sentence with a minimum term of 33 years in April 2021.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded using:AudacityZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/euanpeters/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 7S04E07 - Lee James (The Murder of Bijan Ebrahimi)
EIn the seventh episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Lee James and Bijan Ebrahimi.Bijan arrived in the UK as a refugee from Iran in 2000 and settled in South Bristol.He received horrific abuse, both physical and verbal, from his neighbours at several different housing estates.On July 13, 2013, Bijan was kicked to death by his neighbour Lee James after incorrectly being branded as a paedophile by the other residents.Lee James was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 18 years.This case is notable for the lack of support Bijan received from both Avon & Somerset Constabulary as well as Bristol City Council.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded using:AudacityiPhone XREdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/leejames/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 6S04E06 - Colin Cheetham (The Murder of Stuart Ludlam)
EIn the sixth episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Colin Cheetham and Stuart Ludlam.Gun enthusiast Cheetham had always dreamed of committing the perfect murder with a complete stranger as his victim.On September 17, 2009, his dream came true as he shot and killed 43-year-old taxi driver Stuart Ludlam at Cromford Railway Station.Cheetham had zero connection to Ludlam, and most frightening of all, there was zero motive behind the killing.Cheetham was sentenced to life imprisonment in June 2010 with a minimum term of 30 years.He died at HMP Wakefield on May 1, 2020, at the age of 71.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded in:ZoomEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/colincheetham/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | 28 Days Later (2002) | Movie Review feat. David John Brady
bonusEIn this mid-season break episode, I am joined by Sheffield-born composer David John Brady.Dave is a good mate of mine who I’ve known for years and he’s the one who created my intro music.We sat down recently and reviewed Danny Boyle’s 2002 British horror movie ‘28 Days Later’.To say this zombie horror movie is such a classic, you may be shocked to hear I’d never seen it before.Follow David John Brady here:https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic 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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8 Recorded in:Zoom Edited in:Audacity Mastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 5S04E05 - Ben Blakeley (The Murder of Jayden Parkinson)
EIn the fifth episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Ben Blakeley and Jayden Parkison.A serial domestic abuser, Ben regularly beat up and strangled every girlfriend he had in his life.Sadly, 17-year-old Jayden Parkinson’s experience with Ben was no different.Despite leaving her abuser in November 2013, Jayden discovered she was pregnant with Ben’s child.As they discussed the pregnancy the following month, Ben strangled and killed Jayden before burying her body in his uncle’s grave.He was handed a life sentence in July 2014 with a minimum term to serve of 20 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded in:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/benblakeley/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 4S04E04 - Stuart Hulse (The Murder of Shirley Brown)
EIn the fourth episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of Stuart Hulse and Shirley Brown.In June 1996, Hulse attended a "sordid sex party" with ten other individuals.At the party, Hulse watched an extreme pornographic video and became frustrated when he was left on his own after everyone else coupled up and disappeared to different bedrooms.Hulse took a taxi home, snuck into Shirley Brown's house and sexually assaulted her. He was re-enacting the acts portrayed in the video.He then strangled Shirley to death with her tights and went home.He was handed a life sentence in January 1998 and told in 2008 that he must serve a minimum of 17 years behind bars before being eligible for parole.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded in:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityDaVinci Resolve 17Mastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/stuarthulse/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 3S04E03 - David Chenery-Wickens (The Murder of Diane Chenery-Wickens)
EIn the third episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the story of David and Diane Chenery-Wickens.In January 2008, David reported Diane as missing to the police after the pair travelled by train from West Sussex to London.Diane was a makeup artist and had a meeting at the BBC’s headquarters, but she never showed up.It was later revealed that David had in fact made the trip to London alone, having killed his wife 2 days earlier.Diane’s body was found 4 months later in a woodland area near the railway where David was a volunteer.David was handed a life sentence in March 2009 with a minimum term to serve of 18 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded in:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityDaVinci ResolveMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/davidchenerywickens/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 2S04E02 - Anthony Antoniou (The Murder of Walter McCarthy)
EIn the second episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the bizarre story of Anthony Antoniou and Walter McCarthy.In the early 1990s, Antoniou began a relationship with up-and-coming UK singer-songwriter Gabrielle.They were together for three years, but Antoniou decided to leave the R&B star on the same day their son was born - April 16, 1995.In December 1995, Antoniou and his friend Timothy Redhead drove his stepfather Walter McCarthy to the Derbyshire Peak District.Whilst pulling into a layby, Antoniou stabbed Walter 52 times with a commando knife before decapitating him with a Japanese ceremonial sword.Antoniou was handed a life sentence in March 1997 but only served 14 years behind bars.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/anthonyantoniou/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S4 Ep 1S04E01 - Olga Freeman (The Murder of Dylan Freeman)
EIn the first episode of British Murders Season 4, I tell the tragic story of Olga Freeman and her son Dylan Freeman.During the UK's first Coronavirus lockdown, Olga Freeman, who had a history of suffering from depression and anxiety, had a complete mental breakdown.Her son, Dylan, who had been diagnosed with autism, global neurodevelopmental delay, progressive myopia and significant difficulties with language and communication, self-help and independence, required around the clock care.After Dylan's special school closed during the first national lockdown and Olga was only receiving around 12 hours a week's worth of assistance from her friend to help care for her son, Olga was at her wits' end.On August 15, 2020, Olga killed Dylan, placed his body where he liked to sleep and surrounded him with his toys.On February 11, 2021, Olga was handed a hospital order without a limit of time, which means she will be detained in a psychiatric hospital indefinitely.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Purchase 'The Serial Killer's Book of Haiku' by Rose Bundy here:https://amzn.to/3lYRMbuRecorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/olgafreeman/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chicago Tylenol Murders | Killer British Murder Stories Vol. 3 Feat. Bobbie Holmes
bonusEIn the third volume of Killer British Murder Stories, I discuss the case of The Chicago Tylenol Murders with Bobbie Holmes of Killer Stories.The Chicago Tylenol murders were a series of poisoning deaths resulting from drug tampering in the Chicago metropolitan area in 1982.The victims had all taken Tylenol-branded acetaminophen capsules that had been laced with potassium cyanide.A total of seven people died in the original poisonings, with several more deaths in subsequent copycat crimes, and no suspect was ever charged or convicted of the poisonings.This is the second of two collaboration episodes Bobbie and I recently recorded. To hear me tell the story of Jamaican murderer Ricardo Linton, check out Killer Stories.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/davidjohnbradymusic My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicBobbie's References:https://www.britishmurders.com/chicagotylenolmurders/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | The Jurassic Games (2018) | Movie Review feat. Once Upon A Nightmare
bonusEIn this episode, I am once again joined by my good friend Lorraine from the horror movie podcast 'Once Upon a Nightmare'.Lorraine and I are going through a phase of watching direct to video B-movie's, especially ones involving animals.Therefore, for this episode, we decided to discuss Ryan Bellgardt's 2018 movie 'The Jurassic Games'.You may have guessed from the title that this movie was marketed as 'Jurassic Park (1993)’ meets 'The Hunger Games (2012)'.This hidden gem of a movie surprised us both and it's one we'll certainly be watching again at some point.You can find 'Once Upon a Nightmare' here:https://linktr.ee/onceuponanightmareFor 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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chris Benoit Double-Murder Suicide | Bonus Episode feat. John Consignado & Ben Davies
bonusEIn this very special bonus episode of British Murders, I am joined by John from the 'Reddit On Wiki' podcast and my lifelong friend Dav as we discuss the double-murder suicide case of former WWE wrestler Chris Benoit.Over a three-day period from June 22 to 24, 2007, the former two-time world champion killed his wife Nancy Benoit and their 7-year-old son, Daniel, before finally hanging himself.Benoit was booked to become ECW Champion at WWE’s Vengeance: Night of Champions pay-per-view on Sunday, June 24, 2007, but he no-showed the event.On Monday, June 25, 2007, WWE cancelled their scheduled three-hour-long live Raw TV show and replaced it with a tribute to Chris Benoit's life and career.On Tuesday, June 26, 2007, after details of the murder-suicide became available, the company aired a recorded statement before its ECW broadcast advising that Benoit’s name would not be mentioned again.Except for his results and listings in WWE's title history, the WWE website has removed all past mentions of Benoit, including his biography and the video tribute comments made by his fellow wrestlers.You can find 'Reddit On Wiki' here:https://www.redditonwiki.com/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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded using:ZencastrEdited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/chrisbenoit/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 12The Murder of Ellie Butler Pt. 2: Tragedy Strikes
EIn the season 3 special of British Murders, I tell the tragic story of the preventable death of 6-year-old Ellie May Butler.In February 2007, when she was just 6 weeks old, Ellie was rushed to hospital with retinal haemorrhages, a subdural haemorrhage and swelling on the brain.Her father, Ben Butler, was arrested and Ellie went to live with her maternal grandparents for the next 5 years.In November 2012, Ellie was ordered back into the custody of her birth parents by High Court Judge Mary Hogg.On October 28, 2013, less than a year later, Ellie was murdered at home by her father.In this second episode of the 2 part special, we'll be focusing on the events leading up to Ellie’s death.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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/elliebutlerpart2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 11The Murder of Ellie Butler Pt. 1: The Buildup
EIn the season 3 special of British Murders, I tell the tragic story of the preventable death of 6-year-old Ellie May Butler.In February 2007, when she was just 6 weeks old, Ellie was rushed to hospital with retinal haemorrhages, a subdural haemorrhage and swelling on the brain.Her father, Ben Butler, was arrested and Ellie went to live with her maternal grandparents for the next 5 years.In November 2012, Ellie was ordered back into the custody of her birth parents by High Court Judge Mary Hogg.On October 28, 2013, less than a year later, Ellie was murdered at home by her father.In the first episode of this 2 part special, we'll be focusing on the events leading up to Ellie’s death.Next week, we'll discuss the events that occurred in the aftermath of Ellie’s death.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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/elliebutlerpart1/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 10S03E10 - Sabah Khan (The Murder of Saima Khan)
EIn the tenth and final episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of sisters Sabah and Saima Khan.On May 23, 2016, Sabah brutally murdered her older sister Saima at their shared family home in Luton, England.Sabah had been having an affair with Saima's husband Hafeez for a period of 4 years and felt that she could have him to herself if Saima was taken out of the picture.Saima was stabbed a total of 68 times by her younger sister in an attack that lasted a total of 8 minutes.Sabah Khan was sentenced to life imprisonment in October 2017 with a minimum term to serve of 22 years before she is eligible for parole.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 My recording equipment:Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://amzn.to/3F1JkkjCloud Microphone Cloudlifter CL1: https://amzn.to/2XZicC8Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface: https://amzn.to/3kKCLL2Rode PSA-1 Professional Studio Boom Arm: https://amzn.to/3zHJOs8Recorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/sabahkhan/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | Us (2019) | Movie Review feat. Brett Curtis
bonusEIn this episode, I am joined by Brett Curtis as we discuss 'Us (2019)'.Brett is an aspiring British actor whose love for cinema runs as deep, if not deeper, than mine.'Us', which is directed and written by Jordan Peele, follows the story of a family whose serene beach vacation turns to chaos when their doppelgängers appear and begin to terrorise them.Join Brett and me as we take a deep dive into this critically acclaimed horror film.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceRecorded and Edited in:AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 9S03E09 - “Devilman” David Harker (The Murder of Julie Paterson)
EIn the ninth episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of "Devilman" David Harker.In April 1998, David Harker killed Julie Paterson in his flat by strangulation.He then claimed to have cut off some flesh from Julie's thigh, fried it in garlic butter and ate it with pasta.David also claimed to be a necrophiliac and told psychiatrists he'd had sex with Julie's corpse before wiping it down with bleach and sawing off her head and limbs.To this day, Julie Paterson's head, arms and legs have never been found.David Harker pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. He was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 14 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/davidharker/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 8S03E08 - Ann Browning (The Murder of Bill Williamson)
EIn the eighth episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the tragic story of Bill Williamson and his killer Ann Browning.Bill was 82 when he was murdered by 53-year-old Ann.He was convinced by her to sell his home and to move in with her.On the same day the house sale was completed, Bill moved in with Ann and was brutally killed by her.Ann was sentenced to life imprisonment in August 2011 with a minimum term of 25 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:DaVinci Resolve 17AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/annbrowning/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 7S03E07 - Theodore Johnson (A Story of Uxoricide)
EIn the seventh episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of Theodore Johnson.After being born in Jamaica in 1954, Theodore emigrated to the UK with his first wife, Yvonne Johnson, in 1980.In 1981, Theodore was sent to prison for three years after being charged with Yvonne's manslaughter.Theodore went on to kill two more female spouses, a crime known as uxoricide, between 1993 and 2016.He was sentenced to serve a minimum term of 26 years in prison on January 5, 2018. The sentence would later be increased to 30 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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/theodorejohnson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S3 Ep 6S03E06 - "The Teacup Poisoner" Graham Frederick Young
EIn the sixth episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of Graham Frederick Young aka The Teacup Poisoner.On July 5, 1962, at the age of 14, Graham Young was sentenced to serve 15 years in Broadmoor Hospital for maliciously administering poison to his dad, sister, and school friend Christopher Williams.After serving just short of 9 years, Young was released from Broadmoor on February 4, 1971.He went on to poison around 70 of his work colleagues, killing two of them in the process.On June 29, 1972, Young was found guilty of the murders and sentenced to life imprisonment.He died of a myocardial infarction at Parkhurst Prison on August 1, 1990.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/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:https://www.britishmurders.com/grahamyoung/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS | Evil Dead II (1987) | Movie Review feat. The Horror Project Podcast
EIn this mid-season break episode, I am joined by fellow Yorkshire folk Phil and Laura, who co-host 'The Horror Project Podcast'.After first discussing Sam Raimi's 'The Evil Dead (1981)' on The Horror Project, Phil, Laura, and I turned our attention to that film's sequel - 'Evil Dead II (1987)'.This highly-rated film is a cult classic in the horror community and dear to Phil's heart.But, on the contrary, Laura and I had never seen either film before, so this was our first venture into all things 'Evil Dead'.Part 1 of this 2 part episode is available on The Horror Project's feed.You can find 'The Horror Project Podcast' here:Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1439692Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horrorprojectpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheHorrorProje1Follow British Murders on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britishpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/britishmurdersTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@britishmurdersTwitter: https://twitter.com/britishmurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BritishMurdersPodcastMerchandise available here:https://teespring.com/stores/britishmurdersSupport the show on Patreon for early access to ad-free-episodes:https://www.patreon.com/britishmurdersMake a one-off donation here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/britishmurdersAll episodes are available on my website:https://www.spreaker.com/show/british-murdersPlease send any British murder case suggestions to:[email protected] music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityRecorded in:ZoomEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:Auphonic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S03E05 - "The Homicidal Homophobe" Colin Ireland
EIn the fifth episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of Colin Ireland aka The Homicidal Homophobe.Between March 8, 1993, and June 15, 1993, Ireland killed 5 gay men in London.Ireland had targeted the men, all of whom were into S&M, as he had made a new year's resolution to become a serial killer and he felt they would be easy targets.Ireland was handed 5 life sentences on December 20, 1993, and later added to the list of prisoners serving out a whole life tariff, which meant that he would never be released from prison.He died of natural causes at Wakefield prison on February 21, 2012.Follow British Murders on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britishpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/britishmurdersTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@britishmurdersTwitter: https://twitter.com/britishmurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BritishMurdersPodcastMerchandise available here:https://teespring.com/stores/britishmurdersSupport the show on Patreon for early access to ad-free-episodes:https://www.patreon.com/britishmurdersMake a one-off donation here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/britishmurders All episodes are available on my website:https://www.spreaker.com/show/british-murdersPlease send any British murder case suggestions to:[email protected] music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:AuphonicFollow 'Murder at Bedtime with Lyndon' here:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimebedtimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/murderatbedtimewithlyndon/Twitter: https://twitter.com/murderatbed61YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC277RZ1V6G_0iMDO0GuAU3QReferences:Webb, G. (1993, December 20). Serial fantasy of London gay killer. Evening Standard, 6–7. Retrieved from Newspapers.com.Campbell, D. (1993, December 21). Gay stalker “on roller coaster” of killing. The Guardian, 3. Retrieved from Newspapers.com.Muir, H. (2007, May 15). Officers’ homophobia hampered murder investigations, says review. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2007/may/15/gayrights.ukcrimeBBC News. (2012, February 21). Torture killer Colin Ireland dies in Wakefield Prison. BBC. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-17117441Gurr, C. (2019, August... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S03E04 - "The Merry Widow of Windy Nook" Mary Elizabeth Wilson
EIn the fourth episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of Mary Elizabeth Wilson aka The Merry Widow of Windy Nook.Between 1955 and 1957, all four of Mary’s husbands suddenly passed away not long after taking their marriage vows.Upon excavation of their respective bodies, their stomachs and intensities were found to contain elemental phosphorus.Mary was only convicted of killing two of her husbands and was sentenced to death by hanging, later commuted to life imprisonment.She died at Holloway prison on December 5, 1962.Follow British Murders on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britishpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/britishmurdersTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@britishmurdersTwitter: https://twitter.com/britishmurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BritishMurdersPodcastMerchandise available here:https://teespring.com/stores/britishmurdersSupport the show on Patreon for early access to ad-free-episodes:https://www.patreon.com/britishmurdersMake a one-off donation here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/britishmurders All episodes are available on my website:https://www.spreaker.com/show/british-murdersPlease send any British murder case suggestions to:[email protected] music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:EXAMINATION OF EXHUMED MEN. (1957, December 2). The Guardian, 12. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.WIDOW CHARGED WITH MURDER. (1957, December 12). The Guardian, 4. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.WIDOW ON CHARGE OF MURDER. (1957, December 13). The Guardian, 4. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.Widow poisoned two husbands court told. (1958, February 10). Evening Standard, 1–9. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.Widow of 66 on poisoning charges. (1958, February 11). The Guardian, 8. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.WIDOW COMMITTED FOR TRIAL ON MURDER CHARGES. (1958, February 12). The Guardian, 10. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.THE WIDOW OF WINDY NOOK HEARS QC SAY - “Wicked woman poisoned husbands.” (1958, March 24). Evening Standard, 1–10. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.WIDOW GUILTY Sentenced to death. (1958, March 29). Evening Standard, 1. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.EXECUTION DATE. (1958, May 21). The Guardian, 14. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.“WIDOW OF WINDY NOOK IS DEAD.” (1963, January 10). The Guardian, 16. Retrieved from Newspaper.com.Windy Nook & Whitehills Ward Factsheet. (2011). Census 2011. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S03E03 - Phillip Austin (The Northampton Family Annihilation)
EIn the third episode of British Murders Season 3, I tell the story of Phillip Austin.Austin completed a full family annihilation when he murdered his wife (Claire), children (Kieren & Jade) and dogs (Dandy & Sooty) on July 10, 2000.Austin initially had an argument with Claire about booking a holiday, and after killing her, decided to do the same with the rest of his family.He was handed three concurrent life sentences in March 2001, with a minimum term to serve of 20 years in prison.Carol Quinn's petition for 'Life To Mean Life In Prison':https://www.change.org/p/home-secretary-life-to-mean-life-in-prisonFollow British Murders on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britishpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/britishmurdersTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@britishmurdersTwitter: https://twitter.com/britishmurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BritishMurdersPodcastMerchandise available here:https://teespring.com/stores/britishmurdersSupport the show on Patreon for early access to ad-free-episodes:https://www.patreon.com/britishmurdersMake a one-off donation here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/britishmurders All episodes are available on my website:https://www.spreaker.com/show/british-murdersPlease send any British murder case suggestions to:[email protected] music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicMy recording equipment:Shure SM57 Dynamic MicFocusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio InterfaceAudacityEdited in:Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019AudacityMastered in:AuphonicReferences:The Media Team. (2014, March 11). Gumtree’s Fun Facts about Northampton. Gumtree. https://blog.gumtree.com/gumtrees-fun-facts-about-northampton/12 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. (n.d.). Holiday Inn Northampton West. Retrieved June 3, 2021, from https://www.hinorthamptonwest.co.uk/post/8/11/2017/12-things-you-didnt-know-about-northamptonshireMan in court on triple murder charge. (2000, July 24). BBC. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/847112.stmHidden rage drove father to kill. (2001, March 22). BBC. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/1236189.stmFather jailed for killing his family. (2021, March 22). BBC. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/1235561.stmNeustatter, A. (2001, May 2). What drives a father to kill his entire family? The Guardian, 39. Retrieved from Newspapers.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.