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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....

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...

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...

TW: Domestic Violence Emma-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 s...

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. ...

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 h...

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 Host...

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 R...

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 H...

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, Than...

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 Host...

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 comp...

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_n...

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, t...

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...

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?  Th...

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...

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 wou...

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...

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 jour...

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.sea...

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: htt...

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 suppo...

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...

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...