51.) The Walking Corpse of William MacDonald aka "The Sydney Mutilator"

He walked the streets like a ghost. And what he left behind was pure horror.William MacDonald, Australia’s first known serial killer, terrorized Sydney in the early 1960s with a string of brutal murders that left victims mutilated beyond recognition. Nicknamed “The Sydney Mutilator,” he targeted vulnerable men and carried out killings that shocked even seasoned detectives. Behind the violence was a deeply tormented man—a gay World War II veteran grappling with trauma, repression, and sadism.This episode uncovers one of the grisliest chapters in Australia’s queer true crime history—and the terrifying calm of a man who believed he was doing what he was “meant to.”Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light—all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.