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Scottish Murders

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Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, victim focused podcast hosted by Dawn, that focuses on the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland. Dawn, being Scottish herself, started the podcast in 2021 to showcase the lesser-known murders that have happened in Scotland, as while it is well known as ‘Bonnie Scotland’, it does have a very dark side too. Dawn also speaks to victims family members when at all possible, which gives them a chance to tell their own loved ones story, and covers both solved and unsolved cases.

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The Arlene Fraser Disappearance 21.09.2021 45:05

A violent husband, a hit man or a pig farm owner; who kidnapped and murdered Arlene Fraser? Promo by The Wine, Dine & Storytime Podcast SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/arlenefraser/ SHOW: Website - scottishmurders.com Twitter - @scottishmurders Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs Patr...

Glasgow's Day of Horror: The 1969 Shooting Rampage 07.09.2021 33:37

TRIGGER WARNING – This episode contains strong language. Dawn and Cole recount the harrowing events of 15 July 1969, when James Griffiths went on a shocking shooting spree in Glasgow. What began as a misunderstanding escalated into a violent rampage, leaving twelve injured and one dead. The episode explores Griffiths' criminal past, his escape from HMP Parkhurst, and the tragic murder of Rachel Ro...

Left Behind 24.08.2021 37:19

Dawn and Cole explore the tragic disappearances of Marion Hodge and Helen Wilkie. Marion vanished in 1984, leaving her family in turmoil and her case unsolved. Helen disappeared in 1974, and her remains were discovered years later, which finally led to a conviction. The episode examines the impact of these disappearances on their families and the ongoing quest for justice. Join Dawn and Cole as th...

Police Failures and Unsolved Cases: Two Lives, Two Tragic Ends 10.08.2021 45:23

Dawn and Cole explore the mysterious and tragic deaths of Alexander "Sandy" Drummond and Nicholas Randall. Sandy, a kind-hearted man who cared for his family, was found dead under suspicious circumstances in 1991, leading to a botched investigation that left many questions unanswered. Similarly, Nicholas, who struggled with depression, vanished in 2005, only for his remains to be discovered years...

The Cheese Wire Killer: A Taxi Driver's Last Fare 27.07.2021 20:13

Dawn and Cole recount the tragic story of George Murdoch, a kind-hearted taxi driver from Aberdeen, who was brutally murdered on the night of 29 September 1983. Known affectionately as "Dodd," George was attacked with a cheese wire by a passenger, leading to a fatal struggle. Despite extensive police investigations and appeals over the years, his killer remains at large. The episode explores the i...

The Tragic Case of Karen Buckley: A Night Out Turned Nightmare 13.07.2021 42:39

Hosts Dawn and Cole talk about the tragic case of Karen Buckley, a 24-year-old Irish nurse who moved to Glasgow in 2015 to study occupational therapy. After a night out Karen was last seen on CCTV walking with Alexander Pacteau, a troubled young man with a history of violent behaviour. The episode meticulously recounts the investigation that followed Karen's disappearance, revealing Pacteau's sini...

Welcome to Scottish Murders 04.07.2021 0:46

Scottish Murders is a fortnightly podcast dedicated to solved and unsolved murders carried out in Scotland or murders of Scottish people, and is hosted by two Scottish sisters, Dawn and Cole. Credits: Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn Hosted by Dawn and Cole Music: Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter