Crime Insiders

A single incident, can lead police down a path, which if they're not taken off, can lead to horrific consequences. Beth Docksey had an illustrious career in the force, and should be recognised as one of NSW Police's shining lights. However, it took a surge of immense courage and resilience to get to where she is now. After a critical incident at the Eastwood Shopping Centre in Sydney - her husband...

In a quiet English town, 13-year-old Billie Jo Jenkins was brutally murdered on the porch of her foster home.  Her foster father, Sion Jenkins, was convicted of the crime, but after two retrials, he was acquitted in 2006 - leaving one of the UK's most notorious murders unsolved.  Despite his acquittal, the jury never delivered a ‘not guilty’ verdict, making this case even more perplexing.   Profes...

Comedian Eurydice Dixon and student Aya Maasarwe were both victims of horrific crimes. The first responding forensic expert to those scenes was Jo Glengarry. She facilitated the investigation and performed the forensic tasks which contributed to convictions.  Understand Professor Glengarry's process when being a first responding forensic expert to violent and confronting scenes, and understan...

On the 3rd of March 2021, 33 year old Sarah Everard was kidnapped and murdered in South London.  A week after her disappearance, police officer Wayne Couzens was arrested and charged. He had used his badge to lure Sarah into his car by lying, and saying she was in breach of Covid Protocols.  The case became a watershed moment in the UK, devastating the community and leaving the nation understandab...

A shattered glass door, stolen homemade jam, and a fatal encounter... This is the crime scene forensic firearms expert, Dr Eric Warren, was called to in Maury City, Tennessee. Soon, the truth begins to emerge. But who fired the fatal shots, and why? Join host Kathryn Fox as Eric reveals the complexities of investigating and prosecuting gun-related incidents in the United States, and shares his ali...

On the 9th of April 1995, a rental truck was unassumingly parked in front of a federal building in Oklahoma City. Seconds later, the truck exploded. 169 people, including children, were killed. Almost instantly. A massive investigation unfolded. Jeff Lanza, a seasoned FBI agent, was deeply involved. He immediately got to work acquiring information and starting the hunt for the person responsible....

The internet changed the world forever, connecting us like never before, allowing unprecedented access to information and people worldwide.  For these reasons, it’s been hijacked by criminals to infiltrate and commit heinous offences, leading to an explosion of organised crime. Dr. Dennis Desmond is a former FBI special agent and counterintelligence expert who’s seen the darkest corners of the dig...

In the 1980s in, Canada, unregulated sex work was rampant. Pimps were known to procure young, vulnerable girls in bars and clubs, and offer them ‘work’ in exchange for safety.  However, the safety never came, and quickly turned to threats of violence against the girls and their families. Police identified Tony Provo, a suspected pimp who had been seen trawling local bars.  To catch him, Canadian p...

Behind every DNA sample is a person with a story. But when does DNA evidence reveal the truth? And when does it mislead? And in places like Tennessee, where the stakes are life or death, how much should we trust the science presented in court? Sam Spencer is a forensic biologist who has worked on over 1400 cases and provided expert testimony across the US. In this episode hosted by Kathryn Fox, he...

As the button was pressed, and the building began to fall, terror spread across the capital. Former detective Greg Ranse was there that day, and ran the investigation that followed. It was arduous, and unravelled one of Australia’s worst workplace disasters… Greg joins host Brent Sanders to talk through this case and others on the Crime Insiders: Detectives podcast. This content contains graphic r...

For 20 years, Sheree Spencer subjected her husband to horrific physical, emotional, and financial abuse. Similarly, Jordan Worth controlled, beat, stabbed, starved, and tortured her boyfriend, becoming the first woman in UK history to be convicted of coercive control-related offences. As society grapples with the overwhelming issue of men's violence against women, our understanding of domestic vio...

In 1997, police were on high alert, as gang wars were threatening to take over Sydney. Armed bikies were rampaging through the streets, often in stolen vehicles, wreaking havoc and committing brazen crimes in busy public areas.  On one warm day in November, general duties officer Jeff Garland spotted two men with their hands concealed in heavy trench coats rush into a silver porsche.  Immediately,...

In 2012, the body of Federica Mangiapelo was found by a lake in Italy. The coroner declared it a natural death, with the main suspect in the case claiming he was nowhere near the scene. But one tiny organism, invisible to the naked eye, proved otherwise. Dr Paola Magni is a pioneer in aquatic forensics, a highly specialised and innovative form of criminal investigation. In this episode hosted by K...

Without the internet, police were unable to track offender behaviour, and heavily relied on victim survivor testimony.  These interviews were crucial, and required care and empathy, as one misstep, and evidence could be lost and a victim survivor left unheard.  Former detective Andrew Patterson was part of a special task force investigating paedophiles in Perth, and was the one who spoke to hundre...

The illegal wildlife trade is a multi billion dollar industry, raking in an estimated $24 million globally. And in Australia, our unique reptiles are hotter commodities than ever, with single animals fetching tens of thousands of dollars on the black market. This lucrative trade attracts in criminals from transnational organized crime networks, who exploit wildlife trafficking to test illegal drug...

In 1980, three friends were travelling on the South Western Highway from Perth to Harvey. They encountered a slight bend in the road and crashed into a tree. One of the friends, Terry, died at the scene, the two others escaped with minor injuries.  Investigations to find who was responsible began, but, both friends denied being the driver. The case was strange, and investigator Hadyn Green was una...

Remember when the internet erupted over whether a viral audio clip was depicting the name ‘Yanny’ or ‘Laurel’? Or did you know over 20% of people are convinced ABBA is singing ‘see that girl, watch her scream, kicking the dancing queen, instead of the actual lyrics ‘see that girl, watch that scene, dig in the dancing in queen’? These playful debates light up our social media feeds, but what happen...

Just before midnight on the 6th of December 1994, Elisabeth Membrey arrived home from her shift at the Manhattan Hotel in Melbourne. Police estimated that by 3AM, she was dead, concluding she’d been murdered in her hallway.  16 years later, in 2010, after a tireless investigation, former Detective Tim Peck was able to finally make an arrest. But, as the case went to court - it soon turned from a s...

White crosses on unmarked graves, rusted metal bunk beds and ivy-lined concrete halls - that's all that's left of the Dozier School For Boys.  From 1900 to 2011, It was one of the largest juvenile reform institutions in the US. It operated under the guise of 'reforming' wayward boys, but when victim-survivors and families came forth with allegations of horrific abuse and suspicious deaths, its rep...

In the late 90s - NSW was rocked by the disappearance of Kerry Whelan.  She was last seen on May 6th, after being dropped off at the Park Royal Hotel in Parramatta. When she didn’t return home, her husband Bernie quickly notified police.  A search uncovered nothing, and police were stumped. It wasn’t until a day later did they have a lead. A ransom note had appeared. Paul Grech, who was a junior d...

How do young people become radicalised? Is it nature or nurture? Or something far more complex? Dr John Kasinathan is a forensic psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents.  In this episode, hear about the science of the developing brain, what drives crime in young people, the realities of being an incarcerated child in Australia, and one of the most shocking acts im...

A dig was completed, but some are saying they didn't dig far enough. On the 26th of January 1966, three young siblings known as the Beaumont children, caught the bus to Glenelg Beach in Adelaide. They told their mother they'd be back by noon - but the children never returned. 22 years later, detective Bill Hayes took on the case, and to this day, he's still trying to solve the case of the missing...

On the 6th May, 2006, a 45-year-old woman disappeared from California’s San Pablo. Two years later, her skull was discovered 6 kilometers away. Forensic anthropologist Ryburn Dobbs uncovered evidence that could have cracked the case wide open. But the police ignored him. Why? In this episode, Ryburn tells host Kathryn Fox about the frustration of dealing with authorities who prioritise certain vic...

Fire-bombings across suburban Melbourne have been terrorising citizens for the last 18 months. But why are they happening? And what can police do to counter act them? Former AFP Officer Rohan Pike joins host Brent Sanders to explain how high taxes and opportunistic criminals are leading to catastrophic levels of illegal tobacco being siphoned through Melbourne streets.  As well, a bank note produc...

Have you ever been scammed? Chances are you or someone you know has. From fraudulent texts to crypto cons, this type of crime has permeated every aspect of our lives. But who’s pulling the strings, and where does the money go? In this episode, forensic financial investigator and former ASIC adviser, Niall Coburn, lifts the lid on financial crime. Learn how scammers manipulate you, and the shocking...