The Baby Farm Murders: The Chilling Case of Amelia Dyer

⚠️ Quick warning: This episode does cover some very disturbing and violent material, so viewer and listener discretion is advised.In the darkest corners of Victorian England, a horrific industry thrived. For a small fee, "baby farmers" would take unwanted children off the hands of desperate mothers. But in the late 1800s, one such woman—Amelia Dyer—would become one of the most prolific serial killers in history.Join the Wyrdo's as we unravel her terrifying story, from the gruesome discovery that first exposed her to the network of lies and aliases she used to carry out her decades of gruesome crimes.In this episode, we explore:Grim Reality: The dark truth of "baby farming" and why this horrific industry was allowed to flourish in the Victorian era.The Fatal Clue: How a single piece of tape exposed a serial killer and led investigators straight to Dyer’s doorstep.The Investigation: The discovery that launched the investigation, the dramatic final trial, and Dyer's subsequent death sentence.The Victim Count: The horrifyingly high estimated victim count that places Dyer among the most prolific killers in history.Wyrd NewsPLUS a particularly dark Wyrd News segment about cults and serial killers. Stay Wyrd!www.wyrdwessex.co.ukBuy our merch hereWritten by Craig Brooks and hosted by Craig Brooks and Andy StevensEdited by Craig BrooksIntro music by Leonell Cassio - The Paranormal Is Real (ft. Carrie) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.