Heinous – An Asian True Crime Podcast

Following a series of assaults and brutal murders in 2005, residents within the city of Ulanqab in Inner Mongolia breathed a sigh of relief when the culprit, Zhao Zhihong, was eventually caught. It was only in custody that authorities would discover the true extent of Zhihong's evil beginning back in 1996; a heinous monster that local media dubbed "The Smiling Killer". In Ep 1. we'll learn of the crimes committed by Zhao Zhihong in 2005, which led to his arrest, and the wrongful death of an innocent man. In Ep 2. we'll learn more about the tragic fate of Hugjiltu, the innocent man who had reported one of Zhihong's victims, as well as the conclusion to the story of China's notorious Smiling Killer. Special thanks to this week's partner, 她說犯罪 She Tells True Crime, for supporting this episode. You can check out 她說犯罪 She Tells True Crime podcast here. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a series of assaults and brutal murders in 2005, residents within the city of Ulanqab in Inner Mongolia breathed a sigh of relief when the culprit, Zhao Zhihong, was eventually caught. It was only in custody that authorities would discover the true extent of Zhihong's evil beginning back in 1996; a heinous monster that local media dubbed "The Smiling Killer". In Ep 1. we'll learn of the crimes committed by Zhao Zhihong in 2005, which led to his arrest, and the wrongful death of an innocent man. In Ep 2. we'll learn more about the tragic fate of Hugjiltu, the innocent man who had reported one of Zhihong's victims, as well as the conclusion to the story of China's notorious Smiling Killer. Special thanks to this week's partner, Korean True Crime, for supporting this episode. You can check out the Korean True Crime podcast here. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 year span from 2004 to 2010, Cheongju, South Korea was gripped in terror after the bodies of several women were found dumped around the city. Given the nature of the murders, the media were frantically drawing up a disturbing scenario: that the murderer was lurking amongst the general public, a passenger on the train, an office worker walking down the street, or the friendly taxi driver taking you home. They would soon be met with Ahn Nam-Gi - the Devil Behind The Wheel. In Ep 1. we'll learn of the atrocities committed by Ahn Nam-Gi - from rape, kidnapping and murder. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Ahn Nam-Gi's heinous acts finally caught up with him, leading authorities to arrest The Devil Behind The Wheel. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 year span from 2004 to 2010, Cheongju, South Korea was gripped in terror after the bodies of several women were found dumped around the city. Given the nature of the murders, the media were frantically drawing up a disturbing scenario: that the murderer was lurking amongst the general public, a passenger on the train, an office worker walking down the street, or the friendly taxi driver taking you home. They would soon be met with Ahn Nam-Gi - the Devil Behind The Wheel. In Ep 1. we'll learn of the atrocities committed by Ahn Nam-Gi - from rape, kidnapping and murder. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Ahn Nam-Gi's heinous acts finally caught up with him, leading authorities to arrest The Devil Behind The Wheel. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In June 2014, Singapore’s Syed Alwi road filled with the sounds of sirens and flashes from cameras. The commotion surrounded a black swiss polo suitcase that was leaking blood from the sides. When opened, it was discovered to be the incomplete body of Muhammed Noor, having been deconstructed by a hammer and an electric saw. In Ep 1. we'll learn more about the primary suspect Rasheed Muhammad, and the events that led to the heinous murder. In Ep 2. we'll learn how the situation unraveled, and how the suspects were eventually arrested. Special thanks to our episode partners, How I met you - An Asian Podcast About Love. You can check out their show below: https://open.spotify.com/show/37CBaZ5i1NyC1kgDPZnKS3 Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In June 2014, Singapore’s Syed Alwi road filled with the sounds of sirens and flashes from cameras. The commotion surrounded a black swiss polo suitcase that was leaking blood from the sides. When opened, it was discovered to be the incomplete body of Muhammed Noor, having been deconstructed by a hammer and an electric saw. In Ep 1. we'll learn more about the primary suspect Rasheed Muhammad, and the events that led to the heinous murder. In Ep 2. we'll learn how the situation unraveled, and how the suspects were eventually arrested. Special thanks to our episode partners, How I met you - An Asian Podcast About Love. You can check out their show below: https://open.spotify.com/show/37CBaZ5i1NyC1kgDPZnKS3 Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the middle of 1997, a young lady by the name of Lê Thanh Vân was released from prison. While she served a 4 year sentence for fraud, authorities weren't aware of her murderous past, and within the next 3 years, she would proceed with her heinous crimes, where she would eventually be deemed "The Cyanide Witch of Vietnam". In Ep 1. we'll learn of Lê Thanh Vân's criminal past, and the dark secrets that she kept.In Ep 2. we'll learn about the many lives taken by the Cyanide Witch, and the events that eventually led to her demise. Special thanks to our episode partner for this week, Rice & Rise - An Asian Entrepreneurship Podcast. You can check out the show below: https://link.chtbl.com/RiceARise?sid=Podcast_Heinous Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the middle of 1997, a young lady by the name of Lê Thanh Vân was released from prison. While she served a 4 year sentence for fraud, authorities weren't aware of her murderous past, and within the next 3 years, she would proceed with her heinous crimes, where she would eventually be deemed "The Cyanide Witch of Vietnam". In Ep 1. we'll learn of Lê Thanh Vân's criminal past, and the dark secrets that she kept.In Ep 2. we'll learn about the many lives taken by the Cyanide Witch, and the events that eventually led to her demise. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 31st of December 1969, a drunk Hiroshi Wantanabe met his mistress, Mimi Wong. What he shared with her would have awakened the devil within her, leading to the murder of Hiroshi's wife, and the first ever female sentenced to death in Singapore. In Ep 1. we'll learn the circumstances that awakened Mimi Wong's demons. In Ep 2. we'll learn how the night of the murder transpired & the haunting aftermath that lingered on. Special thanks to episode partner, the Stranger Danger podcast. You can check out their show here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SmwMH5NlmXRC98aXODDl6 Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 31st of December 1969, a drunk Hiroshi Wantanabe met his mistress, Mimi Wong. What he shared with her would have awakened the devil within her, leading to the murder of Hiroshi's wife, and the first ever female sentenced to death in Singapore. In Ep 1. we'll learn the circumstances that awakened Mimi Wong's demons. In Ep 2. we'll learn how the night of the murder transpired & the haunting aftermath that lingered on. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, the brother of a missing Japanese woman would hack into her twitter account to drop a message for help. This would trigger a response, leading to an undercover operation, and the shocking discovery of the bodies of 9 victims on Halloween, in a house owned by Takahiro Shiraishi, a man who would later come to be known as the Twitter Killer. In Ep 1. we'll learn more about Shiraishi, and the circumstances that led to him becoming the Twitter Killer In Ep 2. we'll learn about his MO, his victims, and the aftermath of his actions across the whole of Japan Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2017, the brother of a missing Japanese woman would hack into her twitter account to drop a message for help. This would trigger a response, leading to an undercover operation, and the shocking discovery of the bodies of 9 victims on Halloween, in a house owned by Takahiro Shiraishi, a man who would later come to be known as the Twitter Killer. In Ep 1. we'll learn more about Shiraishi, and the circumstances that led to him becoming the Twitter Killer In Ep 2. we'll learn about his MO, his victims, and the aftermath of his actions across the whole of Japan Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, Singapore was terrorized by a gunman named Lim Ban Lim. Decades later, a new kind of terror was about to engulf the nation in the form of Singapore's first serial murderer, Sek Kim Wah.In July of 1983, police tactical teams would be called down to the scene of the infamous Andrew Road triple murders, but upon capturing their suspect, would discover that he was more heinous than they had initially thought.In Ep 1. we'll learn about the Sek family and their tumultuous background.In Ep 2. we'll dive into the scene of the crime, to understand the damage that Sek Kim Wah left in his wake.In Ep 3. we'll learn about the faithful day, and why it is now known as the Andrew Road Triple Murders.Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, Singapore was terrorized by a gunman named Lim Ban Lim. Decades later, a new kind of terror was about to engulf the nation in the form of Singapore's first serial murderer, Sek Kim Wah.In July of 1983, police tactical teams would be called down to the scene of the infamous Andrew Road triple murders, but upon capturing their suspect, would discover that he was more heinous than they had initially thought.In Ep 1. we'll learn about the Sek family and their tumultuous background.In Ep 2. we'll dive into the scene of the crime, to understand the damage that Sek Kim Wah left in his wake.In Ep 3. we'll learn about the faithful day, and why it is now known as the Andrew Road Triple Murders.Special thanks to our episode partners, Asia in the Shadows & Radio Paranormal Singapore. You can check out their shows below:Asia in the Shadows: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7cRadio Paranormal Singapore: https://spoti.fi/3yzkCXe Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, Singapore was terrorized by a gunman named Lim Ban Lim. Decades later, a new kind of terror was about to engulf the nation in the form of Singapore's first serial murderer, Sek Kim Wah.In July of 1983, police tactical teams would be called down to the scene of the infamous Andrew Road triple murders, but upon capturing their suspect, would discover that he was more heinous than they had initially thought.In Ep 1. we'll learn about the Sek family and their tumultuous background.In Ep 2. we'll dive into the scene of the crime, to understand the damage that Sek Kim Wah left in his wake.In Ep 3. we'll learn about the faithful day, and why it is now known as the Andrew Road Triple Murders.Special thanks to our episode partners, Asia in the Shadows & Radio Paranormal Singapore. You can check out their shows below:Asia in the Shadows: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7cRadio Paranormal Singapore: https://spoti.fi/3yzkCXe Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, a man named Lim Ban Lim would write himself into infamy by terrorizing Singapore. Within a couple of years he would become Singapore's most wanted criminal, and would take law enforcement over 10 years to catch him. Despite his arrest however, this heinous criminal lives on, inspiring a new generation of evil long after he was gone. In Ep 1. we'll meet Lim Ban Lim and his 2 associates - Hong Lim & Hong Li to understand how he terrorized Singapore. In Ep 2. we'll learn how authorities made the link between all 3 men, and how they brought Lim Ban Lim to justice. In Ep 3. we'll learn the legacy that Lim Ban Lim built, and how it inspired a new generation of evil in Singapore. Special thanks to episode partner Asia In the Shadows, a True Crime podcast that covers cases from the largest continent on the planet. You can check out Asia In the Shadows at: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7c Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, a man named Lim Ban Lim would write himself into infamy by terrorizing Singapore. Within a couple of years he would become Singapore's most wanted criminal, and would take law enforcement over 10 years to catch him. Despite his arrest however, this heinous criminal lives on, inspiring a new generation of evil long after he was gone. In Ep 1. we'll meet Lim Ban Lim and his 2 associates - Hong Lim & Hong Li to understand how he terrorized Singapore. In Ep 2. we'll learn how authorities made the link between all 3 men, and how they brought Lim Ban Lim to justice. In Ep 3. we'll learn the legacy that Lim Ban Lim built, and how it inspired a new generation of evil in Singapore. Special thanks to episode partner Asia In the Shadows, a True Crime podcast that covers cases from the largest continent on the planet. You can check out Asia In the Shadows at: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7c Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1960s, a man named Lim Ban Lim would write himself into infamy by terrorizing Singapore. Within a couple of years he would become Singapore's most wanted criminal, and would take law enforcement over 10 years to catch him. Despite his arrest however, this heinous criminal lives on, inspiring a new generation of evil long after he was gone. In Ep 1. we'll meet Lim Ban Lim and his 2 associates - Hong Lim & Hong Li to understand how he terrorized Singapore. In Ep 2. we'll learn how authorities made the link between all 3 men, and how they brought Lim Ban Lim to justice. In Ep 3. we'll learn the legacy that Lim Ban Lim built, and how it inspired a new generation of evil in Singapore. Special thanks to episode partner Asia In the Shadows, a True Crime podcast that covers cases from the largest continent on the planet. You can check out Asia In the Shadows at: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7c Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1999, police in Hong Kong would follow a 14 year old girl into an apartment, and find a Hello Kitty Doll stuffed with a human skull. As the case unraveled over the coming months, the crime would leave 6 million people in Hong Kong gripped with fear. As this heinous crime would reveal the month long torture of 23 year old victim Fan Man-Yee. In Ep 1. we'll meet Fan Man-Yee, and learn about the pivotal moment that she met her torturer. In Ep 2. we'll go into gruesome details of the torture, and learn why the case is forever remembered as the Hello Kitty Murder. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1999, police in Hong Kong would follow a 14 year old girl into an apartment, and find a Hello Kitty Doll stuffed with a human skull. As the case unraveled over the coming months, the crime would leave 6 million people in Hong Kong gripped with fear. As this heinous crime would reveal the month long torture of 23 year old victim Fan Man-Yee. In Ep 1. we'll meet Fan Man-Yee, and learn about the pivotal moment that she met her torturer. In Ep 2. we'll go into gruesome details of the torture, and learn why the case is forever remembered as the Hello Kitty Murder. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1994, Chia Teck Leng, a financial controller in Swire Pacific Offshore services would have entered a casino for the first time. 10 years later, he would become the 2nd biggest casino gambler in the world, and a criminal who swindled banks of a staggering $117 million dollars to fund his addiction. This heinous crime would have been Singapore's largest case of commercial fraud at that time, with the 2nd biggest being 3 times less in value at 35 million, committed by Teo Cheng Kiat a supervisor in SIA 4 years ago. In Ep 1. we'll meet Chia Teck Leng, and learn about the pivotal moments that birthed an addict, and eventually a criminal. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Chia Teck Leng siphoned $117 million, the excessive life he led, and how it all came crashing down. Special thanks to episode partner Ghost Maps, a podcast that chronicles the supernatural in Singapore and around South East Asia. You can check out Ghost Maps through the following: Facebook / Instagram: @wearehantu Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/0iKoHztCnL4pmxkWvwAfKX Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1994, Chia Teck Leng, a financial controller in Swire Pacific Offshore services would have entered a casino for the first time. 10 years later, he would become the 2nd biggest casino gambler in the world, and a criminal who swindled banks of a staggering $117 million dollars to fund his addiction. This heinous crime would have been Singapore's largest case of commercial fraud at that time, with the 2nd biggest being 3 times less in value at 35 million, committed by Teo Cheng Kiat a supervisor in SIA 4 years ago. In Ep 1. we'll meet Chia Teck Leng, and learn about the pivotal moments that birthed an addict, and eventually a criminal. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Chia Teck Leng siphoned $117 million, the excessive life he led, and how it all came crashing down. Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Heinous Friends! To celebrate Friday the 13th, we've partnered with our friends at The Asian Madness Podcast, to share with you “Temple of the (2)Thousand Fetuses”. It will not be read by me but read by the Asian Madness Podcast host Jessica. In this episode, Jessica will discuss the 2000 over foetuses discovered in 2010 in a temple in Thailand. All of them were from illegal abortions and meant to be cremated. Except it was discovered by the police. If you appreciate the madness in this episode head over to The Asian Madness Podcast to join Jessica as she brings you through the madness across Asia. Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: asianmadnesspod E-mail: [email protected] Podcast Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bedUTS1LGjWMFu0HySMCa See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1987, Teo Cheng Kiat, a supervisor in SIA tried to report a flaw in SIA's allowance process but was ignored and humiliated by his superiors. Over the course of the next 13 years later, he would go on to siphon more $35 million from the company that turned their backs on him. This heinous crime would have be recorded as the largest case of commercial fraud in the history of Singapore at that time. In Ep 1. we'll meet Mr. Teo Cheng Kiat, and learn about the pivotal moment that birth a criminal. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Mr. Teo Cheng Kiat siphoned $35 million, and the excessive life he lived. Special thanks to our episode partner, HistoryYogi, for supporting this episode. You can check out their links below: HistorYogi Post: https://historyogi.org/category/newsletter-issues/ HistorYogi Podcast: https://historyogi.org/category/podcast/ HistorYogi TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@historyogi?lang=en Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1987, Teo Cheng Kiat, a supervisor in SIA tried to report a flaw in SIA's allowance process but was ignored and humiliated by his superiors. Over the course of the next 13 years later, he would go on to siphon more $35 million from the company that turned their backs on him. This heinous crime would have be recorded as the largest case of commercial fraud in the history of Singapore at that time. In Ep 1. we'll meet Mr. Teo Cheng Kiat, and learn about the pivotal moment that birth a criminal. In Ep 2. we'll learn how Mr. Teo Cheng Kiat siphoned $35 million, and the excessive life he lived. Special thanks to our episode partners, the Exploring Evil Podcast and the Asian Madness Podcast for supporting this episode. You can check out their shows below: The Asian Madness Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3rXUdyF Exploring Evil podcast: https://spoti.fi/3OKnd75 Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2001 Anthony Ler walked into a Mcdonalds' in the east to approach a group of boys. He would talk to them, become their friend, and in 1 months’ time convince 1 of them to become a murderer.This heinous crime would have made a daughter an orphan, and a son in prison for the most of his adult life.In Ep 1. we'll explore how Anthony nurtured the boys to become a murdererIn Ep 2. we'll learn why Anthony wanted someone dead, and how the heinous crime played out Special thanks to our episode partners, Crimes from the East and Tabi-Tabi podcast for supporting this episode. You can check out their shows below: Crimes from the East: https://spoti.fi/3M9cmS2 Tabi-Tabi podcast: https://spoti.fi/3rwMs2G Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2001 Anthony Ler walked into a Mcdonalds' in the east to approach a group of boys. He would talk to them, become their friend, and in 1 months’ time convince 1 of them to become a murderer.This heinous crime would have made a daughter an orphan, and a son in prison for the most of his adult life.In Ep 1. we'll explore how Anthony nurtured the boys to become a murdererIn Ep 2. we'll learn why Anthony wanted someone dead, and how the heinous crime played out Special thanks to our episode partner, Creepy Conversations for supporting this episode. If you like Asian horror and true crime stories mixed in with a dash of comedy, then do check out Creepy Conversations at: spoti.fi/3xywHfd Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1963 Jenny Cheok died when diving with her boyfriend, Sunny Ang. The murderer thought he crafted the perfect murder - there was no body, no direct evidence, and an alibi at the time of the incident. This heinous crime would become Singapore's landmark case, where it is referenced in courts, and studied by every law student in our country till this day. In Ep 1. we'll explore what happened in the crime scene, and learn who the murderer is. In Ep 2. we'll explore how the law tore apart the perfect crime, and how he did it. Special thanks to episode partner Asia In the Shadows, a True Crime podcast that covers cases from the largest continent on the planet. You can check out Asia In the Shadows at: https://spoti.fi/3LPHS7c Special thanks as well to episode partner A Brief Case, a podcast based in Singapore that takes a closer look into the deadly and distressing, murder, madness and minds of true crime. You can check out A Brief Case at: www.abriefcasepodcast.com Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1963 Jenny Cheok died when diving with her boyfriend, Sunny Ang. The murderer thought he crafted the perfect murder - there was no body, no direct evidence, and an alibi at the time of the incident. This heinous crime would become Singapore's landmark case, where it is referenced in courts, and studied by every law student in our country till this day. In Ep 1. we'll explore what happened in the crime scene, and learn who the murderer is. In Ep 2. we'll explore how the law tore apart the perfect crime, and how the criminal perpetrated the perfect crime. Special thanks to our episode partner, @crimesofsingapore for supporting this episode. If you would like to get involved with the true crime community in Singapore, do visit @crimesofsingapore on Instagram Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.