EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 43 MIN
Katherine Knight: A Family Tree of Violence - EP94
from It Wasn’t Me: A True Crime Podcast · host Cindy and Mercedes
Summary: In this episode of 'It Wasn't Me', hosts Cindy and Mercedes delve into the horrifying story of Catherine Knight and her family's dark legacy of violence and abuse, and the generational trauma and impact of abuse within the family, culminating in the shocking murder of Morgan J. Shepherd.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of any employer, agency, organization, or affiliated entity. The content discussed is based on our research, interpretation, commentary, and opinion and may change as new information becomes available. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness or correctness of any information presented. All content is provided on an “as-is” basis. Listeners are encouraged to independently verify facts and draw their own conclusions. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this information.Resources:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2009-04-29/killer-who-decapitated-victim-loses-appeal/1666818https://www.smh.com.au/national/queensland/man-who-decapitated-teen-blocked-from-seeking-parole-20231023-p5eef1.htmlhttps://trove.nla.gov.au/work/243326567 (Restricted)https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/16252486/morgan-jay-shepherdhttps://www.smh.com.au/national/man-used-teens-head-as-bowling-ball-20080716-3g6d.htmlhttps://www.smh.com.au/national/life-in-jail-for-bowling-ball-murderer-20080729-3mkp.htmlhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/shallow-grave-murder/news-story/8b40fa5d13862d2dd927764caea12e6bhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2008-07-16/stabbing-murder-decapitation-was-a-thrill-kill/441318CHRISTOPHER CLARK JONES v THE QUEEN [2009] HCA 17https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/jays-alleged-killer-granted-special-security-measures/news-story/0fc296685b834487342bd0e77f7c6cf7https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8426637/Killer-decapitated-teenager-using-head-bowling-ball-released-early-sent-UK.htmlhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/murder-evidence-heard/news-story/3cbb64e105767f8e3a3e805035c9b299https://www.reddit.com/r/newcastle/comments/wiel1y/serious_what_are_some_scary_storieslegends_about/https://opus.lib.uts.edu.au/bitstream/10453/18992/1/2011006119.pdfhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9858475/Katherine-Knights-brother-Neville-Roughan-bail-child-sex-abuse-charges.htmlhttps://www.tigerdroppings.com/rant/o-t-lounge/therere-crazy-women-and-then-there-is-katherine-knight/113110729/https://www.kevgillett.net/?p=1209https://www.9news.com.au/national/youth-worker-preyed-on-vulnerable-victims-for-decades/dc6f70dd-80e6-4033-aa95-3a070c8f01f7https://www.abc.net.au/news/2006-11-15/former-orkopoulos-campaigner-charged-with-child/1309850https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/158021655https://www.smh.com.au/national/no-plea-sought-on-child-sex-charges-20070125-gdpbkd.htmlhttps://medium.com/@ejdenrose/the-cannibal-and-killer-the-genders-of-violence-72d4195e02achttps://www.kevgillett.net/?p=1209https://www.smh.com.au/national/no-plea-sought-on-child-sex-charges-20070125-gdpbkd.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/facaaus/videos/a-former-youth-worker-has-been-sentenced-to-18-years-jail-for-sexually-abusing-1/963546592255154/https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-24/former-youth-workers-charged-with-historic-child-sex-offences/100648192https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12-04/former-hunter-youth-worker-neville-knight-jailed-abusing-boys/104682482https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/taped-talk-nabbed-beheading-killer/news-story/0ea4c5c8806ec8b80e49544bb8d06b98https://www.smh.com.au/national/i-lived-a-lie-orkopoulos-20080307-gds40r.htmlhttps://www.couriermail.com.au/news/orkopolous-staffer-on-child-sex-charges/news-story/06515d664d83608dc62ace28109e4197Support:https://www.tiktok.com/@it.wasnt.me.podcastwww.facebook.com/itwasntmepodwww.instagram.com/itwasntmepodcast/
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Summary: In this episode of 'It Wasn't Me', hosts Cindy and Mercedes delve into the horrifying story of Catherine Knight and her family's dark legacy of violence and abuse, and the generational trauma and impact of abuse within the family, culminating in the shocking murder of Morgan J. Shepherd.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of any employer, agency, organization, or affiliated entity. The content discussed is based on our research, interpretation, commentary, and opinion and may change as new information becomes available. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness or correctness of any information presented. All content is provided on an “as-is” basis. Listeners are encouraged to independently verify facts and draw their own conclusions. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this information.Resources:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2009-04-29/killer-who-decapitated-victim-loses-appeal/1666818https://www.smh.com.au/national/queensland/man-who-decapitated-teen-blocked-from-seeking-parole-20231023-p5eef1.htmlhttps://trove.nla.gov.au/work/243326567 (Restricted)https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/16252486/morgan-jay-shepherdhttps://www.smh.com.au/national/man-used-teens-head-as-bowling-ball-20080716-3g6d.htmlhttps://www.smh.com.au/national/life-in-jail-for-bowling-ball-murderer-20080729-3mkp.htmlhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/shallow-grave-murder/news-story/8b40fa5d13862d2dd927764caea12e6bhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2008-07-16/stabbing-murder-decapitation-was-a-thrill-kill/441318CHRISTOPHER CLARK JONES v THE QUEEN [2009] HCA 17https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/jays-alleged-killer-granted-special-security-measures/news-story/0fc296685b834487342bd0e77f7c6cf7https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8426637/Killer-decapitated-teenager-using-head-bowling-ball-released-early-sent-UK.htmlhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/grafton/murder-evidence-heard/news-story/3cbb64e105767f8e3a3e805035c9b299https://www.reddit.com/r/newcastle/comments/wiel1y/serious_what_are_some_scary_storieslegends_about/https://opus.lib.uts.edu.au/bitstream/10453/18992/1/2011006119.pdfhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9858475/Katherine-Knights-brother-Neville-Roughan-bail-child-sex-abuse-charges.htmlhttps://www.tigerdroppings.com/rant/o-t-lounge/therere-crazy-women-and-then-there-is-katherine-knight/113110729/https://www.kevgillett.net/?p=1209https://www.9news.com.au/national/youth-worker-preyed-on-vulnerable-victims-for-decades/dc6f70dd-80e6-4033-aa95-3a070c8f01f7https://www.abc.net.au/news/2006-11-15/former-orkopoulos-campaigner-charged-with-child/1309850https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/158021655https://www.smh.com.au/national/no-plea-sought-on-child-sex-charges-20070125-gdpbkd.htmlhttps://medium.com/@ejdenrose/the-cannibal-and-killer-the-genders-of-violence-72d4195e02achttps://www.kevgillett.net/?p=1209https://www.smh.com.au/national/no-plea-sought-on-child-sex-charges-20070125-gdpbkd.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/facaaus/videos/a-former-youth-worker-has-been-sentenced-to-18-years-jail-for-sexually-abusing-1/963546592255154/https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-11-24/former-youth-workers-charged-with-historic-child-sex-offences/100648192https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12-04/former-hunter-youth-worker-neville-knight-jailed-abusing-boys/104682482https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/taped-talk-nabbed-beheading-killer/news-story/0ea4c5c8806ec8b80e49544bb8d06b98https://www.smh.com.au/national/i-lived-a-lie-orkopoulos-20080307-gds40r.htmlhttps://www.couriermail.com.au/news/orkopolous-staffer-on-child-sex-charges/news-story/06515d664d83608dc62ace28109e4197Support:https://www.tiktok.com/@it.wasnt.me.podcastwww.facebook.com/itwasntmepodwww.instagram.com/itwasntmepodcast/
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