Crime Time Inc

In a compelling episode of Crime Time Inc, hosts Simon and Tom Wood engage in a riveting conversation with John Murray, a key figure in the pursuit of justice for the murder of Yvonne Fletcher. Narrating his 40-year dedication, Murray recounts his pledge made to Yvonne Fletcher, a colleague fatally shot outside the Libyan embassy in London in 1984, to uncover the truth and seek justice. Despite th...

In this gripping episode of Crimetime Inc., we delve into the chilling case of Yvonne Fletcher's murder, exploring its profound impact on UK policing and the intriguing political backdrop of the 1980s. Our hosts Simon and Tom Wood engage with guest Matt Johnson, shedding light on the intricate details surrounding the 1984 tragedy and its lasting legacy. Fletcher, a dedicated Metropolitan Police of...

In the finale of season 1 of the True Crime Podcast, Crime Time inc, Simon McLean and Tom Wood reflect on the thrilling journey of their podcast, Crime Time Inc. They start off with light banter, quickly diving into a heartfelt discussion on the impactful episodes they've shared, covering cases from the World's End Murders to the controversy around the Murder Mile. Tom reminisces about the emotion...

The podcast, titled 'The 1984 Miners Strike,' features a conversation between Simon and Tom, focusing on the major social and political event of the 1984 Miners' Strike in the UK. The discussion begins with a friendly exchange about their respective locations' weather, setting a tone of camaraderie. They quickly transition into deeper topics, starting with inquiries from a listener named Jane Came...

In this podcast conversation with former police officer Simon, retired Deputy Chief Constable Tom Wood discusses his experience starting out as a policeman; specifically recounting his time in "B Division." Providing insight into various aspects of everyday police duty, everything from traffic duty to dealing with criminal cases is talked about. They discuss the role of supervisors and mentors in...

This episode of 'Crime Time Inc.' engages in a retrospective conversation about the murder case of Sheila Anderson in the 1980s. The hosts, Simon and Tom, deeply explore the investigation of this unresolved case. They discuss the impact of Sheila's murder on changes in the law enforcement approach to the sex industry in Scotland, highlighting the various challenges faced. They scrutinise the conce...

This episode revisits the unsolved murder of Sheila Anderson, a sex worker, in Leith, Scotland during the 80s. The hosts, Simon and Tom Wood, reflect on the tragic consequences of her heroin addiction and the circumstances that led her into sex work. They discuss how heroin transformed the social and law enforcement landscape in Scotland. The complete disregard of drug problems by older police off...

In this riveting episode, we delve deep into the fascinating story of 'The Expendables'. We uncover the story of a convoluted German intelligence operation during World War II that ineptly attempted to infiltrate Scotland with spies. The episode discusses the key players in this operation, including the enigmatic figure, Vera Erickson. We learn that the mission was a complete disaster, marked by i...

In this fascinating episode of Crime Time Inc we hear how when Tom was promoted to Deputy Chief Constable, he found a a knife in an envelope in a cupboard which was taken from a prisoner during World War Two. This led Tom to research and uncover an amazing story which he has named The Expendables. Tom tells us about the background to the spy network employed by Germany to infiltrate Great Britain...

In this episode of Crime Time Xtra Simon McLean talks to Bobby Preston and John Mullen who have teamed up to help people suffering from PTSD. Bobby is a former world champion power lifter and John is an addiction counsellor. Together they are a formidable force and they discuss their lives, experiences and how they can help anyone overcome PTSD. Bobby's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@pre...

In this, the final episode of The World's End Murders, we hear how Angus Sinclair becomes the first person ever in Scotland to be tried twice for the same crime. Our own Tom Wood was there every day of that trial and he describes in detail how the events unfolded and how 'the most evil man in Scotland' was finally convicted, 37 years after The World's End Murders and is given the longest sentence...

In this episode we find out about operation Trinity which was headed up by our own co-host Tom Wood. Operation Trinity was established to look into the many murders that Angus Sinclair may have committed. A series of identical murders linked to Sinclair presented the Police with a problem, another man had already been convicted of one of the murders. Tom also tells us about the important role one...

Now the chief suspect, Angus Sinclair has been identified by DNA, our hosts discuss the life and crimes of Angus Sinclair. His mystery accomplice is finally revealed after a breathtaking piece of forensic investigation. You can buy the books mentioned in the podcast's by clicking the links below Tom's Best Selling Book: Ruxton: The First Modern Murder Paperback Edition Ruxton: The First Modern Mur...

Our co-hosts discuss the influence the Bible John murders in Glasgow had on this and other major investigations in the future. We also discover how the advent of DNA analysis leads to the identification of one of the culprits of this heinous crime 27 years after the event. You can buy the books mentioned in the podcast's by clicking the links below Tom's Best Selling Book: Ruxton: The First Modern...

In the second episode of WEM, Simon and Tom discuss a murder investigation. The story revolves around two girls, Christine and Helen, who disappear after being seen in a pub in Edinburgh named The World's End, with two unknown men. The next day, the girls’ bodies are found at two different places, leading to a complicated dual investigation, managed by DCI Andrew Sudden and Tom's superior, Bert Da...

On the night of October 15th 1977 in Edinburgh, Scotland, two young girls disappeared. They were last seen drinking in The World's End pub. They were reported missing the next day. On duty that day was a young Detective Sergeant who led a team of detectives into the initial investigation centred around The World's End pub. As they began their enquiries, the bodies of two young girls matching the d...

Join Simon and Tom as they unravel chilling tales of yuletide crime in 'Christmas Crime Stories.' Murder, robbery, theft, it's all in a Christmas Day's work as these law enforcement veterans recount riveting incidents that disrupted the festive season. Dive into the harrowing narratives that unfolded under twinkling lights, exploring the darker side of the holidays through the eyes of those who se...

In this episode Tom tells us how Percy Sillitoe was ordered by Winston Churchill to head down south to help the war effort. We hear how after the war Percy was knighted and made the only policeman ever to head MI5. After the war Percy is head hunted by De Beers, the Diamond mining company and becomes the inspiration for a book by a young author called Ian Fleming. That book becomes a movie called...

In this episode Simon and Tom discuss drugs legislation with activist and campaigner Peter Krykant. Peter discusses his own relationship with drugs and what motivated him to set up Scotland first safe consumption space - from the back of a van! On a lighter note, Simon tells us his secret to getting free dinners and Tom tells us about the time he got hit on the neck with a pie! If you would like m...

Percy Sillitoe, born in London to humble beginnings, found an unexpected route to education as a choir boy at St. Paul's Cathedral. Singing at Queen Victoria's memorial service marked a poignant early memory. Percy, joined the British South African Police when his voice broke. In the early 1900s, the force patrolled vast, lawless regions in Southern Africa—reminiscent of the Wild West—plagued by t...

In the latest Crime Time Inc. episode, we introduce Graham Mann, a crime reporter with The Scottish Sun newspaper, discussing the challenges of modern journalism. Mann's journey from local television to newspaper journalism highlighted his diverse experiences. Both Mann and the hosts lament the changing landscape of journalism due to digitalisation. The decline of local newspapers and reduced acce...

In this episode Simon and Tom talk to Donny MacIntyre about Glasgow's infamous Square Mile of Murder. Donnie inadvertently gives Simon an opportunity to tell his famous Paul and Linda Macartney story where he investigates Paul Macartney's 'stalker', the year after John Lennon's murder. You can buy the books mentioned in the podcast by clicking the links below Tom's Best Selling Book: Ruxton: The F...

Today's Podcast revolves around a conversation between Simon and Tom, discussing missing persons, procedures, historical perspectives on child theft, and various anecdotes related to missing persons cases. Simon reflects on a story from 1984 involving a baby who was stolen from outside a post office on the Isle of Bute. Initially, the conversation delves into the challenges of identifying missing...

You can buy the books mentioned in the podcast by clicking the links below Tom's Best Selling Book: Ruxton: The First Modern Murder Paperback Edition Ruxton: The First Modern Murder Kindle Edition Simon's Best Selling Book: The Ten Percent Paperback Edition The Ten Percent Kindle Edition About Crime Time Inc. Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic. This sea...

Hi there, I'm Simon McLean, and together with my co host Tom Wood, we have great news for our fast growing group of listeners to Crime Time Inc. We want to welcome everyone to Crime Time Extra, the podcast that delves deep into the heart of contemporary crime, bringing you a riveting blend of discussion, expert insights, and hopefully a touch of humour along the way.  While our podc...