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When 19-year-old Leah Croucher went missing in 2019 on her way to work, her family, friends and community were left desolate. A few months after she went missing, it was revealed that she had been in a secret relationship and the rumour mill went into overdrive. But it would take a over 3 years to get to the truth. This is Real.If you'd like to support the show, you can find out how to here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceLeah Croucher's Memorial page - https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/leahcroucher?success=truePlease note this episode includes references to suicide. If you need support, please see the links below to organisations that can help:https://www.mind.org.uk/ - Mental health & Identity support https://www.spuk.org.uk/ - Suicide Prevention UKhttps://www.samaritans.org/ - The Samaritans https://988lifeline.org/ - Suicide Prevention USAhttps://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/ - Suicide Prevention Australia https://www.pieta.ie/ - Suicide Prevention Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In November 2010, a family from Kapunda, Australia were found dead in their home. They had been the victims of a vile, frenzied and evil attack. In a town that had almost no crime, a triple murder was the last thing anyone thought could happen, especially to the Rowe family. They were loved, respected and had many friends in their community. But there was a serial killer in town and it was one of the most unlikely suspects....This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you so much:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sticks and stones may break bones, but words can be deadly.In this new internet age, 'keyboard warriors' are nothing new. The ability to say whatever you want and hide behind a computer screen is too tempting for some. In todays case, we'll examine three very different cases of trolling, all that had devestating consequences. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justicePlease note this episode includes references to suicide. If you need support, please see the links below to organisations that can help:https://www.mind.org.uk/ - Mental health & Identity support https://www.spuk.org.uk/ - Suicide Prevention UKhttps://www.samaritans.org/ - The Samaritans https://988lifeline.org/ - Suicide Prevention USAhttps://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/ - Suicide Prevention Australia https://www.pieta.ie/ - Suicide Prevention Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kieren Lynch masqueraded himself as a loving husband and doting father. But whilst that was once true, over time his behaviour started to change. When his wife left him to try to give her and her daughters a happier life, Kieren started a campaign of terror against her and even his children.But his campaign ended in one of the most horrific acts of revenge imaginable, whilst his wife remained on the phone to 999, asking for the police, who had had many chances to stop this from happening. But they didn't.This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you so much:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceReference for advice on leaving an abusive relationship: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/i-am-planning-to-leave-my-abuser/If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UKhttps://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims https://safelives.org.uk/ - UKhttps://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Irelandhttps://mapni.co.uk/ - Northern Ireland for men https://sdvs.ie/ - Irelandhttps://www.mensaid.ie/ - Ireland for men https://www.lifewire.org/ - USAhttps://www.thehotline.org/resources/men-can-be-victims-of-abuse-too/ - USA for men https://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australiahttps://mensline.org.au/family-violence/ - Australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January 2003, 22-year-old Kim Banyard should have been enjoying the happiest moments of her life. She'd just given birth to her first child and she'd seen friends to celebrate her birthday. But when she arrived home on the night of her birthday, she had no idea that it would be her last. And what happened next, was the most incredible case of 'right place, right time' for two patrolling police officers. This is Real.If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you so much:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UKhttps://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims https://safelives.org.uk/ - UKhttps://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Irelandhttps://mapni.co.uk/ - Northern Ireland for men https://sdvs.ie/ - Irelandhttps://www.mensaid.ie/ - Ireland for men https://www.lifewire.org/ - USAhttps://www.thehotline.org/resources/men-can-be-victims-of-abuse-too/ - USA for men https://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australiahttps://mensline.org.au/family-violence/ - Australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TW: Domestic ViolenceEmma-Jayne Magson was in a volatile relationship with her on-off boyfriend James Knight. Until one night in March 2016 ended their relationship... and the life of James. But what really happened that night and was James the only victim in this case? This case posses one important question: Are the only victims, the ones who die? This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UKhttps://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims https://safelives.org.uk/ - UKhttps://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Irelandhttps://mapni.co.uk/ - Northern Ireland for men https://sdvs.ie/ - Irelandhttps://www.mensaid.ie/ - Ireland for men https://www.lifewire.org/ - USAhttps://www.thehotline.org/resources/men-can-be-victims-of-abuse-too/ - USA for men https://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australiahttps://mensline.org.au/family-violence/ - Australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keep your friends close and your enimies closer. It's a saying we hear often, but what if our enimies are disguised as our friends?In April 2023, Carol and Stephan Baxter were found dead in their armchairs. But when the police realised their deaths were not from natural causes and their investigation led them to a seriously dark and depraved act of betrayal but someone they loved.This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2011, a mysterious double tragedy happened in a mansion in California. 2 people were dead, both under suspicious circumstances. 2 families were left torn apart and with questions. Was 6-year-old Max Shacknai's death an accident? And did 29-year-old Rebecca Zahau take her own life.... or did someone else?This is Real. To see the video mentioned in the show regarding the knife, you can do so here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5KPQaoQmtAA link to the MAXIES House non-profit organisation in honour of Max: https://www.facebook.com/maxieshouse/If you would like to support for the show, you can do so here, thank you so much: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a Q&A episode with 'Real' producer and presenter Naomi Channell. Unlike the other episodes, it's a conversation co-hosted by Alice, the voice of popular YouTube channel 'Truly Criminal'. This stand alone epsiode will cover updates on past cases and answer questions submitted by listeners. This is Real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When 23-year-old Gracie Spinks started a new job, she was left under the supervision of a dangerous man. A man who had previously had numerous complaints made about him.He became obsessed with Gracie and despite her informing the police of his strange and criminal behaviour, Michael Sellars was given 'words of advice', ones that he didn't take. And instead, his obsession became deadly. This is Real. https://www.graciespinks.com/Stalking Support:https://www.suzylamplugh.org/ - UKhttps://www.stopstalkingnowfoundation.org/ - Australiahttps://www.stalkinginireland.ie/stalking - Ireland https://www.stalkingawareness.org/ - America Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After over a decade and three trials later... Sion Jenkins says he now knows who killed Billie-Jo. And that he even spoke to him... just minutes after he discovered her body. This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we go to Hastings to re-trace some of the steps from that fateful day. With the prosecution putting so much emphasis on Sion Jenkins timeline, could he really have killed her in a three minute window? Or could someone else have commited her murder, in a 30 minute window? This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we hear from a close friend of Billie-Jo's and get some insight into who Billie was. And if Sion Jenkins didn't kill Billie-Jo.... then who did? This is an independent podcast produced by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sion Jenkins has made history. He is the first man in Britain to be tried three times for the same crime. After two juries failed to reach a verdict, Sion Jenkins was a free man and he could now have his say. He wrote a book and appeared on television. But his version of events did not tally with those of his ex-wife Lois, who also decided that it was time to have her say. In fact, they were completely different. This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After six years behind bars, the court of appeal has granted Sion Jenkins a new trial. But why?What happened next was something nobody could have predicted.... and it made history. We also hear from former Sussex murder sqaud detective inspector Kevin Moore, the man who arrested Sion Jenkins. You can find Kevin's books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Kevin-Moore/author/B07GKRTTPM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueThis is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank You:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Jenkins private life suddenly laid bare, the police start to build their case against Billie-Jo's foster father, Sion Jenkins. And they soon discover, that Sion has been lying about something for years. But... does that make him a murdrer? And what happened during his trial? This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A man is now in custody in connection with the murder of Billie-Jo. But then the forensic evidence comes back... and they soon realise, their new prime suspect, is not the one they have in custody. This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billie-Jo Jenkins was found murdered at the home of her foster family in February 1997. She was just 13-years-old. Her murder shocked the nation and a vibrant young girl lost her life. But why? This series will take you through this incredibly complex case. It's unique in many ways, but like every case, she deserves justice. But to get that, we need to know for sure....Who Killed Billie-Jo? This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When 25-year-old estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped whilst conducting a house viewing, the police sprang into action. As the ransom calls and letters kept arriving, the police noticed that the kidnapper had mispelt the same words that a previous kidnapper had used. A kidnap that remained unsolved and had left an innocent young woman murdered. But this time.... things would go in a very different direction. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank You:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaitlyn Braun told over 50 doulas that she was pregnant. They coached her through contractions, massaged her, offered her emotional and physical support and some went to the hospital with her. Kaitlyn told many of them that she had lost the baby. But she hadn't. This scam is one of the most unbelivable and unique deceptions in the world. It's almost unbelivable. But....This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please see these organisations that can help:UK - https://www.sands.org.uk Canada - https://www.babysbreathcanada.caIreland - https://feileacain.ie/Australia - https://www.sands.org.au/USA - https://starlegacyfoundation.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14-year-old Aiden Fucci was not like other kids. Despite many disturbing warnings, those who knew him never thought he was serious when he said he dreamt of killing someone. Until he did. And he tore an innocent family's lives apart.This is Real. The Tristyn Bailey Memorial Fund - https://tristynbailey.com/If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceI have also voiced the audio book for Karine Watson. Her book is titled'It's Over Now: How I Found The Strength To Carry On'.A description of the book and a link to download it is here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Its-Over-Now-found-strength-ebook/dp/B0CDQ6H7VK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Belle Gibson was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, the 19-year-old Australian mother of one did the unimaginable, she reversed her diagnosis. Not through traditional treatments, but through clean eating and alternative therapies. So she took to Instagram to show the world how she had cured herself and she soon had 200k followers and business deals with Apple and Penguin. But then two journalists uncovered something sinister, that took Belle from hero to public enemy number one...This is Real. Belle Gibson's 60 Minutes interview:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCN2Uvyz72kIf you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceCancer support services:UK - https://www.macmillan.org.uk/Australia - https://www.cancer.org.au/Ireland - https://mariekeating.ie/cancer-information/cancer-support-services-ireland/USA - https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15-year-old Amy Fitzpatrick went missing on New Years Day 2008, in Mijas Costa, Spain and since then the family have gone through some of the most shocking and tragic events that human beings can ever experience. But someone knows what happened to Amy. They just haven't confessed....yet. This is Real.If you have any information relating to the disapperance of Amy Fitzpatrick, please go to www.searchforamy.comIf you would like to support the show, you can do so here.Thank you so much:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22-year-old Christopher Neal and his family were in their safe space on the 1st of December 2019, their home.Until William Paul Jones entered their house and told Christopher to call 911. What would unfold would be one of the most intense and tragic hostage situations the local police department had ever seen.This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When 14-year-old Noah Donohoe was found dead in June 2020, the circumstances surrounding his death left a huge number of unanswered questions. In the second part of this episode, we look at the theories that were presented at the preliminary inquest into Noah's death and why hundreds of thousands of people, who are part of 'Noah's Army', don't believe them. This is Real. If you would like to support the show and the creation of future series, you can do so here. Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you would like to find out more about Noah's Army, please see their Facebook group listed here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/JusticeForNoahThank you to Singer / Songwriter Damien Quinn for allowing us to play his song, 'Remember My Noah'. The song can be found here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THAMDQTXSkY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14-Year-Old Noah Donohoe died in extremely mysterious circumstances in Belfast in June 2020. In the first installment of this two-part episode, we look at what we know about the case and the facts that surround one of the most tragic and mysterious cases Northern Ireland has ever seen. This is Real.If you would like to support the show and the creation of future series, you can do so here. Thank youhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the growing popularity of the internet, we have seen more men engage in incel culture. And Jake Davison was a self-confessed incel. The word incel comes from the term 'involuntarily celibate' - and Jake's frustrations at the absence of women in his life, mixed with a fascination of guns and declining mental health struggles, resulted in the worst mass shooting the UK had seen for more than a decade. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceFor help and support with the topics raised in this podcast, please see the links below: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/making-a-referral-to-preventhttps://www.manup.how Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Durst came from one of the wealthiest familys in America. But when his wife Kathleen went missing, her family were convinced that Robert knew more than he was letting on. And what happened next is so unbelievable, that to this day, people have trouble believing that it really happened. But.....This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so via the link below. Thank you https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WARNING: This episode involves a child victim. Whilst the descriptions are not detailed and the case is respectfully and carefully told, please take extra care whilst listening.Jamie Lavis was an eight-year-old boy from Manchester, who went missing on the 5th of May, 1997. The police and Jamie's family were desperately trying to find him and they needed all the support they could get. So when a local bus driver named Darren Vickers told the police he had seen Jamie on his bus on the day he went missing, Jamie's parents held on to the hope he provided. Not only that, but within weeks, Darren became their friend and spokesperson and even moved into their family home. And what happened next, would devestate the local community and remind them that evil really exists. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When police found the lifeless body of 21-Year-Old Heather Quan on Christmas Day 2006, the police also found her boyfriend, 18-Year-Old Ryan Waller. He had facial injuries, he was dazed and deemed 'uncooperative'. But during his interoggation, the police discovered something was wrong. Very, very wrong. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show you can find the details here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice[PLEASE NOTE: AT 30:25 seconds there was an error and mix up between the name Richie and Ryan, I apologise. I accidently said the name Ryan when talking about Ryan's attackers. It was Richie who had been in prison before and this has now been amended.] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Levi Bellfield is one of the most prolific and violent killers of our generation. He is behind bars thanks to murder squad detective Colin Sutton and his team.Levi has been convicted of 3 murders and 1 attempted murder, but they are not his only crimes. And he is still commiting crimes behind bars by playing a seriously evil game with families (and the police), who are still searching for justice for their loved ones. In this episode, Colin Sutton tells us how he and his team caught Bellfield, and how he believes there are many more victims of this monster than we know about. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can find the details here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you would like to get tickets to Colin's show, the following dates and locations are below:COLIN SUTTONS TOUR DATES 202411 January – Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham 13 January – Civic Hall, Grays 18 January – Playhouse, Epsom 23 January – Borough Theatre, Abergavenny 25 January – Spotlight Theatre, Hoddesdon 26 January – Beehive, Honiton 01 February – Cranleigh Arts Centre, Cranleigh 02 February – The Exchange, Sturminster Newton 16 February – Maddermarket, Norwich 22 February – Depot Studio, Swansea 28 February – Gatehouse, Stafford 29 February – The Guildhall, Grantham 13 March – Queen’s Hall, Hexham 15 March – Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry 28 March – Exmouth Pavilion, Exmouth 14 April – Studio Theatre, Warrington 07 May – Little Theatre, Leicester 14 May – Huntingdon Hall, Worcester 17 May – Theatre Royal, York 28 May – Grand Theatre, Lancaster 04 September – Blackburn Empire, Blackburn 29 September - Shanklin Theatre, Isle of Wight 17 October – Palace Theatre, Newark COLIN SUTTONS BOOK LINKS https://www.amazon.co.uk/Manhunt-Brought-Serial-Bellfield-Justice/dp/1786065711/https://www.amazon.co.uk/Night-Stalker-Colin-Sutton/dp/1789462258/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a new potential person of interest being established just a week before this series was released, we say what we can say about him and his connection to Charlene, without jeporising any future investigation.And what now? What are people doing to continue the fight for Charlene, and how can you help? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceArtwork by Jack Connolly Truly Criminal's video on the case can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyCriminalThe Justice For Charlene Facebook Group is here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/594280682246458You can sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/demand-a-public-inquiry-into-the-case-of-charlene-downesIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we hear from a member of Charlene's family, and she tells us what life was really like for Charlene growing up. We also consider something else in this episode.... what if Charlene is alive? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So who was the convicted sex-offender, living in the flat just above the alleyway that Charlene was last seen in? And why did the police question him in prison? And why did the quest for justice for Charlene become political? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're in Blackpool to re-trace Charlene's last steps, was it really possible for her to be everywhere the police said she was on the day she went missing? We interview different people who are related to the case, including the Justice For Charlene campaign group. I am also joined by Truly Criminal, who have filmed a video to accompany our last steps traced on this podcast. You can find that video here:https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyCriminalIf you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we will examine the timeline and witness statements from the night Charlene went missing and you will quickly notice.... they don't add up? Who is telling the truth? Who is mistaken? And who is lying? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Charlene's disturbing medical records have given a clear picture of the abuse she was going through, the police now have to consider many more men as potential suspects. And then, another teenage girl goes missing, in very similar circumstances to Charlene... are they connected? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With two new suspects in their sights and covert recordings, the police think they have the men who murdered Charlene... But do they? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We now know that there was a convicted sex offender living with Charlene on the day she went missing. So did the police look into this man? And did they find anything to link him to Charlene's murder? And a lead from a local business owner, shows police the true extent of Blackpool's dark underworld....If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second episode of this series, we look at the history of the Downes family, including the frequent involvement of the social services with them and the allegations made against men visiting their family home. We also here from a private investigator who uncovered some harrowing information during an investigation into Charlene's life. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In November 2003, 14-year-old Charlene Downes went missing from Blackpool. She has never been found and is presumed murdered. In this ten-part series, we will go through the case, piece by piece. With access to thousands of records and reports, this podcast will attempt to explain one of the UK's most complex, bizarre and heartbreaking cases and try to get a step closer to finding out....What Happened to Charlene Downes? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceArtwork by Jack Connolly If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast, please see the below organisations that offer support, advice and information:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you commit a murder in the US, there is a 40% chance you will get away with it. If you kill in the UK, then there's a 28% chance you won't be caught.But what if your first move after the act, was to confess? In this episode, we will hear from 5 different killers, in the minutes after they had taken the life of another human, confessing to what they have done. This is Real. TW: This episode contains descriptions of domestic violence. If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UKhttps://safelives.org.uk/ - UKhttps://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Irelandhttps://sdvs.ie/ - Ireland https://www.lifewire.org/ - USAhttps://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australiahttps://whokilledleanneholland.com/podcast/ - To hear my discussion with Graeme and Jamie from the WKLH podcast, you can find it under episode 22. If you'd like to support the show you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sleep walking.... sleep talking..... sleep killing? In todays episode, we look at the crimes committed by 14-year-old Alex Crain. In an extraordinary and devestating case, we hear how Alex committed the ultimate crimes against the two people who loved him most. But.... was it his fault? Or was Alex a victim of this tragic medical phenomenon?This is Real. Also catch my interview with the lovely ladies over on the Strong Tea podcast:https://strongtea.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you had a child who committed the unthinkable... what would you do? Would you turn them in? Would you disown them? Or would you help them get rid of the evidence? In this episode, we look at the horrendous murder of Ashley Young, a viiacious young woman who had friends from all walks of life. But her 'friend' Jared Chance would end up commiting the ultimate crime against her, and enlisting his family to help him to get away with it. This is Real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From 1993 to 2008, an unidentified woman's DNA kept turning up at various crime scenes across Europe. The crimes ranged from petty car thefts to murders, including the execution of a German police officer. Over 100 officers across multiple countries and jurisdictions were assigned to the case to try and find this woman, who just left her DNA at these scenes, but nothing else. No one ever saw her committ these crimes and she was given the nickname 'The Woman Without A Face'. But then, a task force did get a lead.... And nobody could believe who it was.....This is Real.NB:I'll be on the Strong Tea podcast on the 13th October episode if you'd like to listen: https://strongtea.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Ohio police received a 911 call on the 13th of September 2016, the dispatcher immediately realised she was talking to a woman who had been abducted. And her abductor lay on the bed next to her. The dispatcher stayed on the phone with the woman, but when they arrived they realised they were too late. Far too late. This is Real. Thank you to HAM Plaza for the additional music used in this episode. You can listen to their music here:https://spotify.link/kPgM5X52nDbIf you'd like to support the show you can do so here - Thank you. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you need support surrounding sexual assault, please see the below for orangisations that can help:https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For people who have been the victim of sexual abuse (UK)https://www.rainn.org/ - Sexual Abuse Support USAhttps://www.nasasv.org.au/support-directory - Sexual Abuse Support Australia https://www.victimsupport.org.nz/get-support/sexual-violence - Sexual Abuse Support New Zealand https://www.rcni.ie/useful-links/ - Sexual Abuse Support Ireland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TRIGGER WARNING: This epsiode contains a case that features discussions of post-partum psychosis and the deaths of children. Whilst descriptions are not explicit, please take care whilst listening. Lindsay Clancy was described as the perfect mother. She doted on her three children and she worked as a midwife. But in January 2023.... she committed the worst crime imaginable and took the lives of her three children, but why? Her defence say that she had post-partum psychosis, the prosecution say she knew what she was doing. But how can we ever really know or understand, how this rare but potentially fatal illness can affect a new mother? Well, today we can get a step closer to understanding post-partum psychosis. Lacey, is a mother-of-two, who adores her children and works in mental health services. She was diagnosed with post-partum psychosis and has lived through an unimaginable experience. And on her darkest day, she attempted to take the life of her baby. Lacey is here to tell her story. This is Real. Support and Advice is avilable here:UK:https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/post-partum-psychosis/https://www.app-network.org/https://www.mind.org.uk/US:https://www.postpartum.net/learn-more/postpartum-psychosis/https://988lifeline.org/Australia: https://www.cope.org.au/new-parents/postnatal-mental-health-conditions/postpatum-psychosis/https://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/news/statsandfactsLacey's website:https://www.soapandhope.co.uk/If you would like to support the show, you can here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-Year-Old Leanne Holland was found brutally murdered in Queensland, Australia in 1991. Her murder caused outrage and shock amongst the community, and the world. Who could have done something so evil?Shockingly, Leanne's sisters boyfriend was arrested and charged with her murder. But that wasn't the end of the story. In this epsiode, I'm joined by former Queensland Police Detective turned private investigator Graeme Crowley, who has been working on this case for over 30 years. He has produced a 20+ episode deep dive podcast into the case, alongside former Queensland Police Officer turned podcast producer Jamie Pultz. Here, they give us some insight into this truly complex case. This is Real.NOTE: Please take extra care whilst listening to this podcast as it contains some descriptions of violence that are very hard to hear. If you'd like to support the show you can do so here, thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceThe website to Graeme and Jamie's podcast is here:www.whokilledleanneholland.comThe 'Who Killed Leanne Holland' podcast can be found here:https://play.acast.com/s/whokilledleanneholland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday the 11th of September 2001 will go down as one of the most devestating days of all time. Over 3000 innocent people lost their lives and millions of people across the world mourned alongside the victims loved ones. But there was one woman who managed to use these horrdenous attacks for her own benefit. And no....it wasn't for money. This Is Real. If you'd like to support the show you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before Tiger King and Joe Exotic, there was Terry Thompson. You may never have heard his name before... but after this episode, it's likely you won't forget it. This is the case of the Zanesville Massacre. Please note this episode includes both references to harm coming to animals and also suicide. If you need support, please see the links below to organisations that can help:https://www.mind.org.uk/ - Mental health & Identity support https://www.spuk.org.uk/ - Suicide Prevention UKhttps://www.samaritans.org/ - The Samaritans https://988lifeline.org/ - Suicide Prevention USAhttps://www.suicidepreventionaust.org/ - Suicide Prevention Australia https://www.pieta.ie/ - Suicide Prevention IrelandIf you'd like to support the show you can do so here. Thank you:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.