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In 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 alon...

The Sundowner was a beautiful boat. At 42 feet long, it stood out at the south coast marina as a beautiful and classy vessel. It was no surprise that when Robert Saint decided to sell his boat, there was a buyer quickly interested. But Robert could never have guessed that the sale of his cherished boat would cost him his life..... Best Fiends Download best fiends free on the apple app store or goo...

While I'm away finishing the research on the final few episodes of Murder Mile, here is something special.   This is Part Two of Three of NEW BLUE; a conversation with Paul, a serving officer in the Metropolitan Police about what it's really like to be a policeman. Over three episodes, we'll dive into his training, his first and his daily duties. This is a frank, unedited conversation, which...

In 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 T...

Aston Villa had just beaten local rivals Birmingham City 5-1 and spirits were high outside the ground. At 2:45pm, outside one pub filled with Villa supporters, a car drove past suspected to be Birmingham supporters, and a mindless lout attacked the car with a beer glass injuring the passenger. This attack set off a chain of events which devastated many lives..... 1 ,  Please buy my book 'Gone Fish...

Fire is surely just the most terrifying way to attack someone and cause harm. Yet arson is still way too common. In todays story, I tell of a devastating attack that led to a terrible blaze at a flat in Bethnal Green, with the most shocking consequences..... Please support my sponsor Calm Go to: Calm - The #1 App for Meditation and Sleep and use the code “TruecrimeUK” for 40% off your premium subs...

While I'm away finishing the research on the final few episodes of Murder Mile, here is something special. NEW BLUE is a conversation with Paul, a serving officer in the Metropolitan Police about what it's really like to be a policeman. Over three episodes, we'll dive into his training, his first and his daily duties. This is a frank, unedited conversation, which contains some rude words and may f...

A massive thank you to you all for getting the show into year 5 now - to say thanks, here is the voted for Patreon episode that I traditionally share for the show's birthday. We are off back to the 1980's, to Leicestershire, for a horrendous case that I really, really hope doesn't have repercussions somewhere down the line... Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music us...

In 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 difficulti...

Today’s episode is about Countess Łubieńska, a formidable woman who endured a life of unspeakable horrors, and yet she never stopped fighting for the rights of others. But when a simple night-out turned deadly, her last fight... would be for her life. Date:  Friday 24th May 1957, at 10:19pm Location: Platform 5 of Gloucester Road tube station, London, UK, W8 Victims:  1   (Countess...

In 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 seve...

Today’s episode is about Harry Tuffney. Through his eyes, he saw himself as a loyal and loving man who always fought to live a good life; with a job, a home and a wife. But when his perfect little dream went awry, Harry would do the unthinkable. Date:  Friday 29th to Saturday 30th June 1934 Location:  75 Star Street, Paddington, London, UK, W2  (top/second floor flat / front) Victim...

In 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 market...

The intention was good. Prisons were filling up in 2007 and so the plan was to allow the early release of those prisoners not deemed to be a threat to the public. But when one man was released early, he was clearly still a danger as he demonstrated in the most terrible of circumstances. Best Fiends Download best fiends free on the apple app store or google play. That friends without the r, best fi...

Today’s episode is about Olga Freeman, a devoted mother to her ten-year-old physically and mentally disabled son – Dylan. She had everything in place to ensure he had the best care possible. But when the Covid Pandemic hit, Olga & Dylan’s lives were thrown into chaos. Date:  Saturday 15th August 2020  (roughly 10pm) Location: 18 Cumberland Park, Acton, London, UK, W3  (ground fl...

In 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.⁣...

Tulse Hill, south London.  Daniel Joseph was deaf and mute and struggled at school and to learn. And the anger he felt continued to build, until one day it all came to the surface with shocking results. This week, on the UK True Crime Podcast, I tell that story. 1, Writing Credit: Chris Wood 2 ,  Please buy my book 'Gone Fishing' about the life and crimes of Angus Sinclair. Gone Fishing: The Unsol...

The culmination of the Thriller arc of this series of The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast drops here in this final episode, where we see just what David Mulcahy's conviction meant for so many - the victims, as well as the side of law and order. We catch up with developments over the twenty plus years since the conviction, and i give my own thoughts and feedback concerning the entire arc. The multi p...

Today’s episode is about Martha Browning, a young girl who murdered her elderly bed-mate for that most common of reasons - money. And although her attempt to cover it up was bafflingly inept, her motive was one that no-one could truly fathom. Date:  1st December 1845 Location:  Mrs's Graham's Lodging House, 1 Providence Place, St James', London, UK, SW1   Victims:  1   (El...

In 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...

Christmas Day in Glasgow. A day of peace and goodwill and giving to others. But not this year. A brutal murder rocked the local community. Just who could have killed 63 year old Hannah Smith?  And why? Please support my sponsor: Calm Go to: Calm - The #1 App for Meditation and Sleep and use the code “TruecrimeUK” for 40% off your premium subscription 1, Writing Credit: Chris Wood 2 ,  Please buy m...

In the penultimate episode of this series' Thriller arc, we now have David John Mulcahy stood in the dock, accused of countless horrendous crimes. The evidence against him was strong - yet nothing stronger than the words of his former best friend, John Francis Duffy, who stood just feet away from him - but this time, in the witness box, giving evidence. This then, is Taller and Shorter - but would...

Today’s episode is about Tudor Simionov; a good moral man who earned an honest wage as a bouncer. But when his colleagues came under attack from a group of selfish thugs, the new life he had hoped for was destroyed in the blink of an eye. Date:  Monday 1st January 2018 at 5:36am Location:  80 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, UK, W1   Victims:  1   (Tudor Simionov) Culprits...

In 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...

For some people - not including certain true crime podcasters I should add - making money and living a certain lifestyle is of the utmost importance. Whatever it takes can be justified if the end justifies the means. And so it was in the story brought to you today spanning over 40 years of endeavour, right up to the present day.... Please support my sponsors: TRIP Go to: www.drink-trip.com and use...