EPISODE · Sep 15, 2021 · 38 MIN
MURDERED: Bourke Street Massacre (Part 2 of 3) | Melbourne, VIC 2017
from Obscura: A True Crime Podcast · host Justin Drown
Fear gripped Melbourne as Bourke Street's serenity was assaulted. Part 2 reveals the aftermath's raw emotions. BLACK LABEL CONTENT — Premium subscribers only Amidst pursuit, chaos reigned over the sobering aftermath that followed a blood-stained Bourke Street rampage. Loss surged palpable as streets reclaimed their cries. Documented turmoil found in first responder accounts staple this episode, narratively exposing unprecedented emotional currents and sociologically charged moments of reflection. This segment is saturated with official inquiries and victim recounts, established in raw narratives that resound safety's new normal. Rising from grief’s ashes are courtroom dialogues and viral remembrances seeking restoration. Resource archives personalize Gargasoulas’s trial as the city seeks an elusive peace. Access Black Label:Patreon | Apple PremiumOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Chime and use my code chime.com/OBSCURA for a great deal: https://www.chime.com* Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/obscura-a-true-crime-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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On 20 January 2017, during the typically busy lunch hour in the Melbourne CBD, 27 year old James Gargasoulas drove along the footpath of multiple blocks of Bourke Street, killing six unsuspecting people and injuring many more. The aftermath of his rampage left the people of Melbourne stunned and grieving. As details of the lead up to the carnage emerged, the public and victims’ families were outraged. Police had been tailing James for 12 hours before the massacre, as he taunted them and led law enforcement on a wild goose chase around the suburbs after stabbing his brother. The big question was, why hadn’t he been arrested sooner when numerous opportunities were available? Media reports soon revealed that James was a repeat violent offender who was out on bail when he ploughed through the city crowds, and answers were demanded as to why. How could the bail system be so fallible as to allow someone so dangerous back onto the streets? But that wasn’t the only concern. As court proceedings commenced, victims and survivors were anxious at the prospect that the man who had destroyed their lives may not even be found fit to stand trial at all. US National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 (24 hours) -Visit us online at obscuracrimepodcast.com -Support Obscura on Patreon and unlock the exclusive Black Label episodes: www.patreon.com/obscuracrimepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Chime and use my code chime.com/OBSCURA for a great deal: https://www.chime.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/obscura-a-true-crime-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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MURDERED: Bourke Street Massacre (Part 2 of 3) | Melbourne, VIC 2017
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