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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 la...

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...

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 c...

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 episo...

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 he...

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 privat...

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...

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...

16-year-old Sasha Marsden was looking forward to the rest of her life. She was studying childcare, she had a loving family and a boyfriend who adored her. But in 2013, Sasha's life was taken from her in the most evil way, and her killer, David Minto was convicted of her murder. But this isn't the end of the story. In this episode, we hear from Sasha's sister Katie Brett, who despite a conviction,...

From 1998-1999, a serial killer was targetting women and girls in Queensland, Australia. And when 14-year-old Natasha Ryan went missing, her family were frantic. More women started going missing and the police made an arrest. But what would happen through the trial, would be one of the most unbelievable things to ever happen in a court room. This is Real. https://www.thesurvivorstrust.org/ - For p...

What would you do if you found a body? Hopefully, call the emergancy services. But, what about the people who don't do the right thing? That don't call the authorities. And use their tragic discovery, to commit a crime against them. This is Real. If you need help or support please see these organisations that can help: https://www.mind.org.uk/ - Mental health & Identity support https://www.spu...

With more allegations about Janie Santana surfacing in the media, the details of her and Rudy's life together start to emerge. Neighbours who have been hanging out with Rudy for the last eight years talk to the press and explain how they never knew their friend was a missing person. And someone else talks to the press to give his side of the story - Rudy Farias. This Is Real. https://m.facebook.co...

The truth about where Rudy had been for the past eight years shocked everyone, including his family. But there were conflicting accounts of what had happened to Rudy during the time he was missing, so who was right? And fresh allegations against Rudy's mother were made by her ex-husband.... This Is Real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acas...

On the 6th of March 2015, 17-year-old Rudy Farias went missing whilst walking his two dogs. His mother Janie and the local community in Texas, spent eight years searching for him. And then in June 2023, Rudy was found, and he was alive. But then the details surrounding his disappearance started to come out, and what had really happened to Rudy sent shockwaves through Texas and the world.... This I...

In 2017, a worried and heartbroken father from the UK named John, calls the police to report his 5-year-old son missing. He hasn't seen him for two years after dropping him home to his ex partner Tracey Hardy, and after child custody officials failed to locate him, they report Tyler as a missing person. But when the police interview Tracey, she tells them that she has no idea who Tyler is... And w...

When our loved ones die, we hope that the funeral home we choose will protect them and respect them until they are laid to rest. But what if that doesn't happen? And an intruder commits a final act of revenge on their body that's so disgusting and so cruel, that it haunts you for the rest of your life.... because you, their loved one, discovered it. In this episode, we take a look at some of the m...

Over the last 12 years, 129 prisoners sentenced to 'life' have been released and then committed a further crime that earned them a second 'life' sentence in the UK. Today we hear about the evil crimes of Stephen Robert Unwin and William McFall, who met in prison whilst serving life sentences for murders they committed in the 1990s. And when they were both released, they decided to live together......

In 2007, teenager Randy Stair, also known as Andrew Blaze, started posting videos to YouTube and gained a loyal following through his comedy skits and animations. But tragically, over the course of a decade, Randy's mental health could be seen to rapidly deteriorate through the YouTube videos he posted. He had a fascination with death, as well as an obsession with a fictional character from a Nick...

In November 2012, Accomack County in Virginia, US became the target for a serial arsonist. The community were terrified as night after night, local buildings would be set on fire for over four months. Over 80 fires were lit. But then, in the early hours of April Fools Day 2013, the police found who was responsible. But why did they do it? Well, the answer to that would be one of the most bizarre t...

The internet has become a popular way to start an illicit affair. There are countless websites dedicated to people who want to escape their day-to-day life and start an online romance. But what if you fall in love? And then they say they want to meet you? But you can’t… because you’re a catfish. A killer catfish. This is the case looks at the lies and crimes of Thomas Montgomery. This is Real. #ca...

Josh Powell was a dangerous man and he is about to show the world just how much of a monster he really is... This is Real. If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UK https://safelives.org.uk/ - UK https://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Ireland https://sdvs....

The police uncover disturbing evidence in the case of missing person Susan Cox Powell and it doesn't point them towards just one suspect, but two... her mentally abusive husband Josh Powell and her infatuated father-in-law, Steven Powell. Steven had been secretly filming his daughter-in-law and was harbouring a disturbing stash of items that had 'touched' her body.... This is Real. Support the sho...

Susan Cox Powell was a loving mother of two beautiful boys and wife to Josh Powell. But sadly, Josh wasn't the loving husband she deserved. In fact, he was a monster. On the 6th of December 2009, 28-year-old Susan mysteriously disappeared. But when the police started to investigate Susans home life, nothing would prepare them for what they would uncover.... This is part one of a three-part series;...

David Fuller looked like a very average man in his sixties. He was married with children, worked in a local hospital and liked birdwatching. But he was harbouring a secret. For over three decades, he had managed to get away with a double murder. Thankfully advancements in DNA testing meant that justice was coming for him and he was arrested in 2020. But during a search of his house, police found a...

Ex's.... we all have them right? And when they get a new partner, it can induce a cascade of emotions. But what if your ex's new partner was hellbent on destroying your life in the most cruel way? And YOU ended up sitting in a police cell for months... In this episode, we will look at the crimes and lies told by Angela and Ian Diaz, who attempted to destroy the life of Ian's ex, Michelle. This epi...