Crimes That Haunt Us

In the summer of 1987, Antoinette Smith vanished into the night after a concert in Dublin. Months later, her lifeless body was found in a remote stretch of the Wicklow Mountains — posed, discarded, and left to the elements. Her killer has never been caught. In this gripping true crime documentary, we trace the final hours of her life, the eerie discovery that stunned investigators, and the cold trail that still refuses to warm. Someone out there knows the truth — could they finally be ready to speak? For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/Sl-XIMK-vQQ(00:00) The Haunting Case of Antoinette Smith(0:55) Who Was Antoinette Smith?(2:00) David Bowie in Slane(4:22) Antoinette is Last Seen(4:56) Investigation Launched(5:31) Antoinette’s Body is Found(8:10) A Chilling Witness Account(10:36) The Mountain Men Sightings(12:35) Police Appeal for Missing Shoe(15:10) A Chilling Revelation

In January 1987, the body of 20-year-old Ann Ballantine was pulled from the freezing Union Canal in Edinburgh. She had been raped, bound, strangled, wrapped in an old carpet, and stored for months before being dumped — yet her murder remains unsolved nearly 40 years later.In this deep dive we cover:• Ann’s life as a kind-hearted charity volunteer• The disturbing timeline and forensics of the crime• Her family’s belief they know the killer• True crime author Chris Clark’s theory linking the case to convicted killer John Taylor (The Beast of Bramley) — the man behind the murder of Leanne TiernanA tragic Scottish cold case filled with unanswered questions, body storage parallels, and conflicting suspect theories.Justice for Ann 💔 For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/gVRPikuNvVM(00:00) The Haunting Case of Ann Ballantine(0:49) Who Was Ann Ballantine?(02:19) The Boyfriend Joe Burden(3:58) Ann’s Last Sighting(5:21) The Investigation Begins(7:01) Ann’s Body is Found(8:54) The Post Mortem(16:15) The John Taylor Link

In July 1998, 18-year-old Deirdre Jacob vanished without a trace just yards from her family home in Newbridge, County Kildare. Despite massive searches and relentless investigations, her disappearance remains one of Ireland’s darkest unsolved mysteries. This documentary digs deep into Deirdre’s final moments, the suspects who haunted the case for years, and the devastating impact on her family and community. With exclusive insights and chilling evidence, we explore the haunting possibility that Deirdre fell prey to the infamous serial predator Larry Murphy. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/-1x2BuC16ZI(00:00) The Haunting Case of Deirdre Jacob(0:59) Who Was Deirdre Jacob?(02:05) Day of the Vanishing(2:50) Searches Begin(6:29) The Hoax Sightings(13:39) The Definitive Theory(14:33) Larry Murphy(21:52) Larry Murphy is the Prime Suspect(23:40) Upgraded to Murder(26:07) No Charges Brought

In February 1998, 19-year-old Fiona Sinnott disappeared without a trace after a night out in Ballyhitt, County Wexford. What began as a missing person case quickly turned into one of Ireland’s most disturbing unsolved mysteries, marked by allegations of domestic abuse, manipulation, and a timeline full of contradictions.In this gripping true crime documentary, we uncover the final hours of Fiona’s life, explore the actions of those closest to her, and examine the chilling details that still haunt investigators and her family.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/k5cyXlVPAmo(00:00) The Haunting Case of Fiona Sinnott (00:55) Who Was Fiona Sinnott?(5:40) The Night Fiona Vanishes(9:05) Fiona is Reported Missing(10:22) Sean Carroll(12:01) The Clean Up(14:40) The English Trucker(17:04) The Only Suspect(19:52) Murder Investigation Launched(23:10) The Suspect is Hiding Abroad

On the night of February 13, 1997, 17-year-old Ciara Breen disappeared from her family home in Dundalk, County Louth, in what became one of Ireland’s most chilling cold cases. Slipping out while her mother slept, Ciara was never seen again after a secret late-night meeting that changed everything.For over two decades, the mystery surrounding Ciara’s disappearance has gripped Ireland. A key suspect — a significantly older man with a disturbing obsession — was repeatedly linked to her vanishing, yet no arrests were made, and justice remains elusive. Despite alleged confessions, unconfirmed sightings, and exhaustive police searches, Ciara’s fate remains unknown.Was Ciara the victim of a predator that night? Was she silenced to keep a dark secret hidden? Or is there a more sinister truth buried beneath the surface?Discover the haunting details, the eerie clues, and the unanswered questions that continue to torment Ciara Breen’s family and the community of Dundalk.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/vdnJJI85iJc(00:00) The Haunting Case of Ciara Breen(0:57) Who Was Ciara Breen?(04:01) The Day of the Vanishing(5:13) Dundalk Town(6:25) The Predator(7:19) Investigation Begins(9:55) Operation Trace(11:11) Liam Mullen Arrested(15:11) New Leads Emerge(17:03) Balmers Bog(20:23) Bernadette Passes Away

Dive into the chilling untold story of Fiona Pender, a pregnant woman who vanished without a trace in 1996, leaving behind an unsolved mystery that time has nearly forgotten. In this gripping true crime documentary, we explore the haunting details of her disappearance, the investigation, and the enduring questions that remain.  What happened to Fiona and her unborn child? A story of loss, suspicion, and a family’s unrelenting quest for answers, this film shines a light on a case that refuses to fade into the shadows? For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/fYmXEb267YI(00:00) The Haunting Case of Fiona Pender(0:55) Case Synopsis(02:50) Who Was Fiona Pender?(4:40) Mark Pender(6:50) Fiona & Thompson Move into Flat(8:09) Fiona Pender is Missing(9:42) Investigation Begins(12:45) The Thompsons are Arrested(16:12) Sean Pender(16:44) The Makeshift Cross(19:56) Suspect Arrested in Canada

On a cold November night in 1995, 21-year-old JoJo Dullard vanished without a trace. Last seen making a desperate phone call from a payphone in Moone, Co. Kildare, she was hitchhiking home—like so many young people did in Ireland at the time. Then, she was gone.Her disappearance became one of the most haunting cases of Ireland’s Vanishing Triangle—a series of unexplained abductions that left families shattered and detectives grasping for answers. JoJo’s story is filled with unanswered questions, chilling last words, and eerie coincidences. Was she the victim of an opportunistic predator? Or was there something more sinister lurking in the shadows of rural Ireland?This compelling documentary traces JoJo’s final steps, explores chilling theories, and follows her family’s relentless fight for justice. Featuring exclusive details, rare archival footage, and expert analysis, we delve into the truth behind one of Ireland’s most haunting unsolved cases. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/KBXFCn1jPbc(00:00) The Haunting Case of Jojo Dullard(0:59) Who Was Jojo Dullard?(04:00) The Day of the Vanishing(9:03) The Phonecall(13:05) Investigation is Launched(16:13) Who Picked Up Jojo?(18:12) The Kilkenny Distraction(23:25) A New Theory(26:25) The Informant(26:20) The Waterford Connection(30:56) The Informant is Unreliable(31:27) A Suspect is Arrested

On March 26, 1993, 26-year-old American student Annie McCarrick disappeared without a trace after leaving her apartment in Dublin, Ireland. Her last confirmed sighting placed her at a pub in Enniskerry, County Wicklow — a scenic area shadowed by unsettling secrets.Despite massive media coverage, alleged sightings, and multiple theories, Annie’s case remains one of Ireland’s most haunting unsolved disappearances. Was she lured by someone she trusted? Was she the victim of a calculated predator? And why, after more than 30 years, have no arrests ever been made?In this true crime documentary, we investigate Annie McCarrick’s final known movements, examine the key suspects, and break down the evidence that continues to frustrate detectives, journalists, and her grieving family.Featuring real news reports, archival footage, expert commentary, and chilling reconstructions, this deep dive sheds new light on one of Ireland’s most mysterious cold cases.👉 Could a breakthrough still be possible?👉 Who was the last person to see Annie McCarrick alive?Join us as we search for answers in The Vanishing of Annie McCarrick — a story that refuses to be forgotten. Documentary version here https://youtu.be/9LBN-upnE4M(00:00) The Haunting Case of Annie Mccarrick (1:04) Who Was Annie Mccarrick?(03:23) The Vanishing Sequence(6:12) Annie Vanishes(11:58) Investigation Launched(21:20) Prime Suspect Breakdown (24:52) A New Suspect Emerges

On Boxing Day 1995 in Camden Town, London, 53-year-old police-station mechanic Alan Holmes was brutally attacked.  He was bound, gagged and left face-down in his own flat, deprived of food and water for days before he was found alive – only to die the next day in hospital.  Yet despite arrests, his killers have never been charged.  For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/dClSra8tmFA(00:00) The Haunting Case of Alan Holmes (00:47) Case Preview(2:14) Who Was Alan Holmes?(04:33) The Burglary Spree(5:47) The Last Christmas Meal(6:13) The Intruders Enter(8:35) The Sadistic Ordeal(9:38) The Killers Returned(11:45) The Post Mortem(12:39) Arrests Made(14:24) DNA Breakthrough(15:38) 20th Anniversary Appeal

On December 30, 2012, 24-year-old Kyle Vaughan — affectionately known as "Jabbers" — left his family home in Newbridge, South Wales, for a normal night out. He went from a house party in Abercarn to a pub in Risca, then headed back... but never arrived. His silver Peugeot 306 was found crashed on the A467 between Risca and Crosskeys. Kyle walked away from the non-life-threatening accident... and vanished within minutes in a terrifying "vanishing window."Despite massive searches across 40+ areas, 900+ witness statements, 200+ interviews, review of thousands of telecom and CCTV records, and eight arrests (including on suspicion of murder), Kyle's body has never been found.No clothing, phone, keys, or insulin supplies (he was diabetic) were ever recovered. His mother Mary died in 2018 without closure, and his father Alan still fights for answers while battling his own health issues.Gwent Police treat this as an active murder investigation — one of their most significant long-running cases. A £20,000 reward remains. Someone in the tight-knit South Wales valleys community knows what happened that night on the A467.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/L6YdGAdLRt8(00:00) The Haunting Case of Kyle Vaughan(0:49) Who Was Kyle Vaughan?(03:37) The Day of the Vanishing(5:10) The Crash(6:52) Police Arrive on Scene(9:26) The Investigation Begins(11:22) Kyle Was Murdered(12:52) Mass Arrests Begin(15:29) Major Search Operations(16:15) All Suspects Released Without Charge(17:42) The Locals Know Who Killed Kyle(20:42) The Unanswered Questions

In February 2011, 38-year-old mother Esra Uyrun left her home in Clondalkin, Dublin, for what appeared to be a routine errand — and was never seen again. Her car would be discovered hours later in Bray, parked near a coastal cliffside, but Esra herself had vanished without a trace.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we break down one of Ireland’s most enduring unsolved disappearances. We examine Esra’s final known movements, investigative inconsistencies, potential sightings, and the unanswered questions that continue to haunt her family.Through timeline reconstruction and case analysis, we explore Esra’s last morning at home. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/Lo2kqn2gB-o(00:00) The Haunting Case of Esra Uyrun (0:54) Who Was Esra Uyrun ?(03:14) The Move to Dublin(7:23) The Vanishing(10:44) Esra’s Car is Found Abandoned(11:54) Gardaí Suspect Su1c1de(13:58) CCTV is Scrutinized(16:50) Esra’s Sister Begins Search Campaign(17:30) The Key Reappears(19:53) The Graham Dwyer Question(22:30) Appeals Continue

Susan Margaret Long, 18, was found sexually assaulted and strangled on Burgh Road near Aylsham on 11 March 1970. She had been out in Norwich the night before and never reached home. Norfolk police confirmed the body was discovered in the early morning hours and have since re-examined evidence; by the 50th anniversary detectives reported a complete DNA profile of a suspect had been obtained. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/YDfY7dumBhw(00:00) The Haunting Case of Susan Long(0:48) Who Was Susan Long?(03:18) Day of the Murder(4:14) Susan Heads Home(5:07) Susan is Last Seen Alive(6:04) Susan’s Body is Discovered(8:50) Investigation Begins(9:28) The Post Mortem(12:15) Police Appeal for Missing Shoe(16:05) DNA Breakthrough

Dive into the haunting unsolved murder of Jean Bradley, a 47-year-old businesswoman brutally stabbed eight times in a seemingly random attack on March 25, 1993, near Acton Town tube station in London. In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we explore the shocking details of that fateful evening: Jean's routine commute home from work, her stop to buy drinks, and the sudden, motiveless assault as she approached her parked BMW on Carbery Avenue.Witness the dramatic chase by a brave carpenter who pursued the knife-wielding killer through the streets, only for the suspect to escape toward Acton High Street. Despite detailed descriptions, hundreds of leads, and public appeals on shows like Crimewatch, no one has been convicted. Was it linked to serial killer Robert Napper or the similar unsolved stabbing of Penny Bell? Or was it a completely random act of violence that has baffled investigators for over 30 years?Join us as we uncover eyewitness accounts, police investigations, and the lingering mysteries that keep this case alive. If you have any information, contact the Metropolitan Police – you could help solve this cold case! For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/b1-ZnzTdE8w(00:00) The Haunting Case of Jean Bradley(0:52) Who Was Jean Bradley?(04:48) Day of the Murder(5:26) Timeline of Murder(7:02) The Brave Carpenter(8:02) The Chase(9:17) Jean Bradley Dies(10:15) The Chase Continues(13:14) The Investigation Continues(14:21) The Carrier Bag(16:55 Suspect Arrested(20:19) Francis Marnell Charged (24:12) Operation Enigma

In October 1974, 39-year-old Josephine Backshall, a devoted mother of three from Maldon, Essex, answered a classified ad for part-time modelling work. A smooth-talking stranger named "Peter" lured her with a £100 gig. She kissed her kids goodbye, drove off in her red Ford Cortina... and vanished.Three days later, her bound body was found face-down in a shallow pond 40 miles away—watch frozen at 8:10, no robbery, no assault. A predator using newspaper ads to hunt women? Witnesses saw a tense roadside argument, a possible pub sighting, and a photofit that haunts investigators to this day.Over 50 years later, her children still seek justice. Was "Peter" the garden photographer? Why did similar lures continue? This deep dive uncovers the classified ad trap, the failed 2010 arrest, and why this Essex/Hertfordshire cold case remains unsolved in 2026.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/qy0ugg6RQKE(00:00) The Haunting Case of Josephine Backshall (00:47) Who Was Josephine Backshall?(02:59) Josephine Places an Advert(3:42) The Phonecall(6:22) Josephine Goes to Meet ‘Peter’(9:59) Josephine’s Body is Found(11:57) The Investigation Begins(13:02) The French Connection(15:28) Multiple Women Contacted by ‘Peter’(16:53) The Two Theories(18:33) A Man is Arrested

In December 1992, 14-year-old Johanna Young vanished from her home in the quiet Norfolk town of Watton on a foggy Christmas Eve night. Her body was discovered days later in a water-filled pit—naked from the waist down, drowned after a fractured skull, with clear signs two people dragged her there. Despite Norfolk Police's biggest-ever murder investigation, multiple arrests, fresh appeals in 2013/2014, and leads like the silver van argument and hooded teen sighting, the killer(s) remain free over 33 years later.This deep dive explores Johanna's life, the chilling timeline, key suspects from the 1990s, the 2014 arrests that went nowhere, and why police still believe the answers lie in the Watton community. A heartbreaking UK cold case that refuses to close.If you have information, contact Norfolk Police or Crimestoppers anonymously. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/qCOr_gyClvo(00:00) The Haunting Case of Johanna Young(0:51) Who Was Johanna Young?(03:59) The Day of the Murder(4:36) Johanna Goes Out(5:21) Johanna’s Last Sighting(7:54) Johanna’s Body is Found(9:58) The Post Mortem(12:29) The Mysterious Hand Drawn Sketch(14:28) Multiple Witnesses Come Forward(17:38) The Prime Suspect is Arrested(19:45) The Police Theory

On a quiet Saturday afternoon in 1997, 14-year-old Kate Bushell left home to walk her neighbour’s Jack Russell terrier, Gemma, along a peaceful lane in Exwick, Exeter. She never made it back. Hours later, her own father found her body in a field just 300 yards from their front door – her throat savagely slashed in a single, ferocious knife attack. No sexual assault. No clear motive. Just pure, random horror.This is one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved murders. Operation Deakin became one of Devon & Cornwall Police’s biggest investigations: over 5,000 interviews, thousands of DNA samples, nationwide Crimewatch appeals, and a mysterious blood-soaked “running man” seen fleeing the scene. A silent blue car in the lay-by. A possible link to another dog-walker murder the following year. Yet the killer has never been caught.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us we reconstruct Kate’s final hours, examine every chilling clue, the eyewitness sightings that went nowhere, and why – nearly 29 years later – advances in DNA might still hold the key.If this case has haunted you too… drop your theories in the comments. Could the killer still be living locally? Was it random or part of something bigger? For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/0TDEjU27sIA(00:00) The Haunting Case of Kate Bushell(1:06) Who Was Kate Bushell?(03:31) The Day of the Murder(4:02) Kate Sets Off on the Fatal Walk(6:25) Kate is Murdered(8:20) The Killer is Seen Fleeing(10:14) Investigation Begins(14:36) Blue Car Sought(15:45) William Lambert(19:51) Lyn Bryant is Murdered(23:05) Multiple Further Knife Attacks(27:49) Partial DNA Profile Isolated in Bryant Case

In 1970, Barbara Mayo vanished while hitchhiking along Britain’s M1 motorway, sparking one of the most chilling and mysterious cases in UK true crime history. Months earlier, 18 year old Jacqueline Answell Lamb also vanished whilst hitchhiking the same stretch of motorway.Both women would be viciously killed and dumped off the motorway. Barbara’s story remains unsolved decades later — a haunting reminder of the dangers lurking on seemingly ordinary roads.In this deep-dive investigation, we uncover the timeline of events, the witness accounts, and the shocking details surrounding her disappearance and murder. Was it a random attack, or the work of a serial killer roaming Britain’s motorways? We also explore possible connections to other unsolved hitchhiker murders of the era, including links to notorious killers like the Yorkshire Ripper.Join us as we revisit Barbara Mayo’s last known journey, uncover the haunting evidence left behind, and examine why this cold case still captivates true crime fans around the world. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/ACsZr08di-Q(00:00) The Haunting Case of Barbara Mayo (1:00) Who Was Barbara Mayo?(03:16) Jackie Ansell-Lamb Murder(5:56) Barbara Goes Hitchhiking(7:47) Barbara Has Vanished(9:04) Barbara’s Body is Discovered(10:58) The Post Mortem(12:15) The Investigation Begins(15:54) Wendy Sewell is Murdered(18:37) Ansell Lamb & Mayo Cases Linked(20:46) DNA Breakthrough(25:29) The Early Suspect

On 8 March 1970, 18-year-old Jackie Ansell-Lamb stood alone on the northbound M1 slip road in London, thumb out, hoping for a ride back to her tiny attic flat in Manchester. Hours later she was found raped, beaten and strangled with electrical flex in isolated woodland just off the M6 near Mere, Cheshire.This is the full, gripping story of Jacqueline Susan Ansell-Lamb — her final weekend, every chilling sighting, the smartly dressed man at the Poplar café, the desperate police hunt, carpet fibres from Earl’s Court, and the DNA that still matches no one after more than 55 years.A vibrant 60s teenager who loved parties and music, Jackie’s life was cut short in one of Britain’s most haunting motorway cold cases. The killer — long suspected to be the Monster of the M1 — has never been caught.Rest in peace, Jackie. May justice one day come. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/-wBm8H6scYY(00:00) The Haunting Case of Jackie Ansell-Lamb (0:55) Who Was Jackie Ansell-Lamb ?(03:59) Jackie Goes to London(5:52) Jackie Hitchhikes North(8:00) Jackie is Last Seen(10:04) Jackie’s Body is Found(12:30) The Manhunt Begins(17:47) Barbara Mayo Vanishes(20:53) Both Cases Linked(22:45) The Canadian Suspect(23:29 DNA Breakthrough

In the early hours of June 13, 1971, 29-year-old Gloria Booth was found brutally murdered in Stonefield Park, Ruislip — naked, bitten, mutilated, and strangled in an attack of shocking savagery. Her case remains unsolved to this day.But what if Gloria was the first victim of one of Britain's most notorious serial killers — Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper? Decades later, explosive theories from investigators like Chris Clark suggest striking similarities: the ligature strangulation, distinctive bite marks matching Sutcliffe's teeth gap, hammer blows, industrial grease and dust on her body, and his documented presence in the London area.This gripping podcast explores Gloria's final hours, the botched investigation, chilling forensic details, local rumours, and the persistent claims that she was an early, unacknowledged victim of the Ripper's reign of terror.From her ordinary life in West London to the desperate family pleas for answers — even as Sutcliffe lay dying in 2020 — this is the full untold story of a murder that still haunts Britain.Was Gloria Booth the Yorkshire Ripper's hidden first kill? Watch until the end for the evidence that refuses to go away. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/r3eeykal5ls(00:00) The Haunting Case of Gloria Booth(01:04) Who Was Gloria Booth?(03:30) Day of the Murder(4:16) The Phonecall(5:44) Last Sighting of Gloria(7:14) Crime Scene Investigation(8:54) Post Mortem(11:26) The Killers Profile(14:46) A Local Monster?(15:36) The Yorkshire Ripper(18:42) Sutcliffe Ties to Ruislip

In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we dive into one of the most chilling unsolved murders of the 1970s: the brutal killing of 17-year-old German au pair Heidi Mnilk in London, 1973. On July 8, 1973, Heidi boarded a train at Charing Cross Station after a day of sightseeing. Minutes later, as the train sped past London Bridge, screams echoed through the carriages. Witnesses saw a man flee her compartment as her body was hurled onto the tracks near Bermondsey. A post-mortem revealed she had been stabbed multiple times with a 5-7 inch knife before being thrown to her death.Was this a random act of violence, or something more sinister? Just months earlier, a similar attack on the same route targeted a German woman, with the assailant professing hatred for Germans. Serial killer Patrick Mackay later confessed to the crime during his spree of 11 alleged murders—but he retracted it, and inconsistencies left the case open. Despite eyewitness descriptions and a massive police hunt, Heidi's killer has never been caught, leaving this cold case to haunt investigators and true crime enthusiasts alike.Join us as we explore the timeline, evidence, suspects, and theories behind this tragic unsolved mystery. Why does it remain unsolved after over 50 years? Could anti-German sentiment or a serial killer be the key? For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/AGm3XysVtB0(00:00) The Haunting Case of Heidi Mnilk(0:59) Who Was Heidi Mnilk?(03:51) Heidi Boards Murder Train(4:55) Heidi is Attacked(7:26) Heidi’s Body is Found(8:30) Investigation is Launched(10:28) Murder Weapon Located(13:19) The Earlier Shocking Encounter(17:05) The Coroners Inquest(19:55) More Train Stabbings(24:56) Deborah Linsley Murder

In 1988, 15-year-old Lee Boxell vanished from Sutton, South London — and was never seen again.What began as an ordinary day quickly became one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved cases.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we take a comprehensive deep dive into the disappearance of Lee Boxell, examining the timeline of events, witness accounts, police failures, and disturbing unanswered questions that continue to plague investigators more than three decades later.Despite multiple suspects, alleged sightings, and renewed appeals, Lee’s fate remains unknown. Was it an abduction? A tragic accident? Or something far darker?This documentary explores:• Lee Boxell’s final known movements• Early police missteps and missed opportunities• Key witnesses and persons of interest• Shocking revelations uncovered years later• Why this case remains unsolved todayLee’s family has never stopped searching for answers — and neither should we.If you’re interested in unsolved mysteries, British true crime, cold case investigations, and long-form crime documentaries, consider subscribing to Crimes That Haunt Us. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/nbKSQBIUfoo(00:00) The Haunting Case of Lee Boxell(1:05) Who Was Lee Boxell?(03:06) Lee’s Recordings(4:22) The Day of the Vanishing(5:18) The Sequence of the Vanishing(7:06) The Last Confirmed Sighting(9:20) Investigation Begins(15:03) Lee is Declared Murdered by Police(15:45) William Lambert(16:30) The Shed(19:01) Multiple Arrests Made

On May 6, 1967, 12-year-old Keith Lyon left his happy family home in Ovingdean, Brighton, for a short walk to buy a geometry set accessory. He never returned. Ambushed on the scenic Happy Valley bridle path, Keith was brutally stabbed 13 times in a frenzied attack—his pockets rifled, body hidden under bushes. A teenage girl walking her dog discovered the blood-soaked scene just minutes later.In this full documentary from Crimes That Haunt Us, we dive deep into one of Sussex's most shocking unsolved child murders: the frenzied knife attack, the discarded serrated steak knife (free with washing powder), blood in a nearby cemetery lavatory (likely the killer's own sliced hand), sightings of four sparring youths fleeing the scene, bloodstained teens on a bus, a large-scale fingerprint operation of 6,000 boys, deathbed confessions, partial DNA from up to three suspects, and persistent rumours of a family fleeing to Canada.Nearly 60 years later, the case remains open with usable DNA evidence. Why has justice eluded Keith's family? Watch to uncover the chilling details of this haunting 1967 cold case that destroyed a family and still shocks Britain.If you have any information, contact Sussex Police or Crimestoppers anonymously. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/yCy3gJ5kjyY(00:00) The Haunting Case of Keith Lyons(0:46) Who Was Keith Lyons?(03:10) The Day of the Murder(5:00) Keith is Attacked(6:52) The Investigation Begins(8:35) The New Theory(9:15) Murder Weapon is Found(11:02) The Blood Stained Bus Seat(12:41) Gang of Boys Responsible(17:32) The Anonymous Letter(21:17) The Case is Reopened(21:10) Two Men Arrested(25:20) Deathbed Confession

In 1976, Enrico Sidoli was brutally murdered in one of the most public places imaginable — the Parliament Hill Lido in Kentish Town London.The crime took place in broad daylight, surrounded by life, movement, and people… yet no witnesses ever came forward. How does someone get murdered in public without anyone seeing a thing?This episode of Crimes That Haunt Us examines the chilling contradictions of the Enrico Sidoli murder — a violent killing committed in an open, public setting that left investigators with no clear suspects, no reliable witnesses, and more questions than answers. Was it a crime of opportunity, a targeted attack, or something far more calculated?We explore the timeline of events, the location, the investigation, and the disturbing silence that followed. The Sidoli case remains one of those haunting crimes that exposes how anonymity can exist even in the most crowded places.If you’re drawn to unresolved cases, historical true crime, and murders that defy logic, subscribe to Crimes That Haunt Us for weekly deep dives into the cases that refuse to fade. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/PmqM8icrt3o(00:00) The Haunting Case of Enrico Sidoli(0:47) Who Was Enrico Sidoli?(03:05) Day of the Murder(4:05) The Attack(5:32) Enrico Pulled from the Water(8:34) Enrico Dies(9:24) The Communities Silence(11:29) The Crying Greek Boy(13:05) The Suspects(15:44) The Photo of the Suspect Released(19:19) The Coroner's Inquest(24:11) The Case is Reopened

In October 1986, 13-year-old Philip Cairns disappeared while walking to school from Ballyroan, Dublin. He has never been found.Nearly four decades later, Philip Cairns’ disappearance remains one of Ireland’s most haunting and troubling unsolved missing person cases. Despite witness sightings, Garda investigations, media appeals, and multiple reported leads over the years, no definitive answers have ever emerged.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we explore:Philip Cairns’ life in Ballyroan, DublinThe morning he vanished on his way to schoolWitness sightings and reported encountersInvestigative missteps and missed opportunitiesTheories surrounding his disappearanceWhy this case continues to haunt Ireland todayPhilip was a teenager with his whole life ahead of him — and his case raises deeply unsettling questions about child safety, accountability, and unresolved justice in Ireland. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/0HP49rkUWRE(00:00) The Haunting Case of Philip Cairns(0:54) Who Was Philip Cairns?(03:23) Day of the Vanishing(6:39) Major Investigation Begins(9:13) Media Appeals Intensify(10:01) The Schoolbag Reappears(11:34) The Key Witness(13:49) The Tip Off(15:11) Grooming Gang Involved?(16:24) Woman Claims Ex Killed Philip(17:49) Eamonn Cooke

He said “I don’t want to die here”... then vanished without a trace. This is the full corrected story of Lars Mittank—the German tourist who ran out of a Bulgarian airport and was never seen again.In this updated Podcast, we fix a critical date error and walk you through the verified timeline, the events in Golden Sands, his mysterious behavior, and the airport footage that continues to haunt millions.Join us as we explore one of the most baffling missing person cases of the 21st century. If you’re fascinated by unsolved disappearances, eerie airport footage, and real-life mysteries, this video is for you.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/NYakQ7lttME(00:00) The Haunting Case of Lars Mittank(0:40) Who Was Lars Mittank?(03:03) The Trip Begins(4:08) The Pub Fight(4:43) Lars is Attacked(6:41) Cefprozil(7:32) The Hospital Incident(8:49) Lars’ Behavior Deteriorates(11:14) Lars Enters the Airport(12:41) Lars Visits the Airport Doctor(13:33) Lars Vanishes(15:59) Private Investigator Joins Search(18:36) Potential Sightings Probed(19:23) Mothers Pursuit

In the year 1995, 16-year-old Ruth Wilson vanished from the quiet village of Betchworth in Surrey, England. She skipped school, caught a taxi to a remote hill — and was never seen again.There was no struggle. No witnesses. Just a teenage girl who disappeared without a trace.Ruth wasn’t troubled. She wasn’t running from a crime. But she was carrying a secret — one that may hold the key to everything.In this chilling episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we dive deep into the mystery surrounding Ruth’s disappearance:Her final known movements and strange taxi ride to Box HillThe theories of suicide, abduction… and cover-upWhy friends, investigators, and journalists believe this case was mishandledAnd whether someone close to Ruth knows more than they ever admitted👁 Was Ruth Wilson planning to disappear? Or was she silenced before she could speak?If you have any information relating to this case, please contact Surrey Police or Crimestoppers UK anonymously. This chilling case remains one of the UK's most haunting unsolved child abductions. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/YoWfKzjqEcQ(00:00) The Haunting Case of Ruth Wilson(0:48) Who Was Ruth Wilson?(02:21) Ruth’s Tragic Mother(4:08) A Devastating Truth(6:44) Ruth’s Life Unravels(8:22) Day of the Vanishing(11:55) Major Searches Begin(12:46) The Flowers Arrive(16:31) Alleged Sighting(18:49) Private Investigator(20:41) The Theories

On 7th November 1994, 13-year-old Lindsay Jo Rimer left her home in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, to buy a simple box of cereal. Hours later, she had vanished, leaving her family, friends, and a tight-knit community in shock.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we recount the terrifying events of that day, the police investigation, the suspects and theories that emerged, and the lasting impact of Lindsay’s disappearance on the town.This chilling case remains one of the UK's most haunting unsolved child abductions. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/t1XkIbz3llo(00:00) The Haunting Case of Lindsay Jo Rimer(0:53) Who Was Lindsay Jo Rimer?(04:27) Bonfire Night(5:13) Day of the Vanishing(5:43) Lindsay Goes for Cereal(6:49) Last Sighting of Lindsay(8:34) Investigation Begins(9:29) Major Searches Begin(12:00) The Red Honda Angle(13:05) Police Make Serious Blunder(15:14) Lindsay’s Body is Found(20:15) Operation Enigma(24:50) DNA Breakthrough(28:38) Man is Arrested

In the dead of night on a quiet suburban road in 1954, stylish 21-year-old Jean Townsend — the glamorous West End “Girl in Black” — screamed “HELP!”… then vanished. Her body was found the next morning, carefully arranged like a sleeping doll, strangled with her own scarf, shoes and stockings neatly folded beside her. No fingerprints. No sexual assault. No motive. Her killer has never been caught.This is the full chilling story of the unsolved murder of Jean Townsend — the Dead Fashion Girl — one of Britain’s most haunting cold cases.In this documentary we uncover:• Jean’s glamorous life as a theatrical costumier to the stars• The terrifying final hours on Victoria Road, South Ruislip• Eyewitness accounts of two men with American accents• The wave of attacks on local women• Links to other unsolved killings and US Air Force personnel• Shocking suspects revealed decades laterFrom the Pyramid Party in Soho to the wasteland where she was found, every detail is here. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/zzTzDT8lz-g(00:00) The Haunting Case of Jean Townsend(0:52) Who Was Jean Townsend?(02:43) Ellen Carlin Murder(3:23) Brenda Thompson Incident(3:52) Day of the Murder(6:44) Jean Leaves for Home(6:32) Jean’s Body is Found(9:38) Two Killers Hunted(11:59) Multiple Prior Attacks(14:41) Doris Vennall Attacked(18:09) Diana Suttey Murdered(18:56) Peter Manuel(20:39) The 1982 Anonymous Call(21:34) Dead Fashion Girl Book

A shy 15-year-old schoolgirl boards a quiet afternoon train home in 1964. Moments later she is savagely attacked with a broken bottle, dragged into the toilet, and her throat slashed in a frenzied murder.Her body is discovered by a screaming 12-year-old boy as the train speeds on. The killer calmly slips away among 100 passengers... and is never brought to justice.This is the full story of the brutal unsolved murder of Yvonne Laker — including the dramatic trial of the man accused of the crime who walked free.A heartbreaking British true crime case that remains officially unsolved to this day.Rest in peace, Yvonne. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/jogiDm1k4FY(00:00) The Haunting Case of Yvonne Laker(0:46) Who Was Yvonne Laker?(02:12) The Last Picture(2:44) The Deadly Train Journey Begins(3:25) Sequence of Murder(5:54) Investigation Begins(6:46) Crime Scene Investigation(9:01) The Post Mortem(11:05 Derek Pye is Arrested(13:48) The Trial of Derek Pye(20:18) The Trial Outcome

George "Dod" Murdoch was the kind of taxi driver everyone in Aberdeen knew — gentle, polite, and dependable. But on a quiet September night in 1983, something unimaginable happened.That evening, 58-year-old Dod picked up what should have been a routine fare. Just minutes later, he was ambushed and strangled with a weapon so unusual it stunned investigators — a cheesewire.His taxi was found abandoned on Pitfodels Station Road. Dod’s body lay just yards away, brutally murdered. The cheesewire, more at home in a kitchen than on a crime scene, became the chilling signature of a killer who vanished without a trace.There were sightings — a suspicious man fleeing on foot, descriptions that led nowhere. Decades passed. Appeals were made. But the identity of Dod Murdoch’s killer has remained a haunting mystery for over 40 years.In this episode of Crimes That Haunt Us, we retrace every known moment, examine the evidence, explore suspects, and revisit the theories that still baffle detectives to this day.Could the key to solving this brutal crime finally come to light? For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/L9rXDMK3c2Q(00:00) The Haunting Case of George Murdoch(0:34) Who Was George Murdoch?(03:32) The Prime Suspect(4:43) George Picks up his Killer(6:36) The Murder(9:18) The Bloodied Man(10:40) Largest Investigation in Scottish History(12:55) Appeal to Witnesses(16:12 The Case is Reopened(17:47) Key Man is Sought(19:41) Ronald Paterson(20:54) DNA Swab Reward is Offered

Dive into the chilling unsolved murder of 17-year-old Raonaid Murray, stabbed to death in the quiet suburbs of Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, on September 4, 1999. This full episode of Crimes That Haunt Us explores the tragic night Raonaid left Scott's Pub, the mysterious argument overheard in Silchester Crescent, and the frantic search for her killer that has baffled investigators for over 25 years. With no motive, no weapon found, and no arrests despite multiple suspects—including a local tradesman and unknown witnesses—this Irish true crime story remains one of the Garda's most perplexing cold cases. Featuring exclusive insights, witness accounts, and theories on what really happened that fateful night.Was it a random attack? A hidden grudge? Watch now to uncover the clues and join the call for justice. If you have information, contact An Garda Síochána. For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/M_obIdw30js(00:00) The Haunting Case of Raonaid Murray(0:56) Who Was Raonaid Murray?(03:13) The Day of the Murder(4:53) Raonaid’s Walk Home(6:37) Raonaid is Last Seen(7:51) Raonaid is Murdered(9:16) The Attack Sequence(11:11) Investigation Begins(13:24 Early Suspects(18:57) Prime Suspect is Arrested(20:56) Raonaid’s Grave Desecrated(25:04) Cold Case Review(28:32) Female DNA Extracted

On 9 January 1986, 21-year-old florist Diane Sindall was brutally murdered in Birkenhead, Merseyside. She was found stabbed and sexually assaulted in a shocking frenzied attack.Peter Sullivan was wrongfully convicted of her murder and spent 38 years in prison. In 2025, new DNA evidence finally cleared him — one of the longest miscarriages of justice in British history. Yet nearly 40 years later, the real killer has still never been caught and remains free.In this deep-dive documentary, we examine the full timeline, the original flawed investigation, the horrific crime scene, how Peter Sullivan was convicted on weak evidence, the long fight for justice, and the current hunt for the real killer with a £20,000 reward still active.If you're enjoying these thorough true crime documentaries, please follow Crimes That Haunt Us and leave a rating — it helps more than you know.Crimes That Haunt Us – respectful, in-depth documentaries on the UK’s most disturbing unsolved cases.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/sZm-3zIgD0w(00:00) The Haunting Case of Diane Sindall(1:03) Who Was Diane Sindall?(03:37) The Day of the Murder(4:54) Another Girl is Attacked First(5:18) Diane Breaks Down(6:27) Diane & Her Killer Seen Arguing(7:32) Murder Investigation is Launched(11:02) Evidence Found Burning(16:00) Mr X is Arrested(18:15) Peter Sullivan is Arrested(21:05) Sullivan Stands Trial(24:43) Peter Sullivan is Found Guilty(27:50) Sullivan is Acquitted

On 18 January 1976, 15-year-old Peter Watts from Colwyn Bay, North Wales, left home telling his family he was going out. The next day he was found critically injured in an underpass near Euston Station in London — over 250 miles away.He died shortly after in hospital. His death was ruled a murder, but nearly 50 years later, no one has ever been charged. How did a Welsh schoolboy end up dying alone in a London underpass? Why was there so little evidence? And why has the case remained unsolved for decades?In this deep-dive documentary, we examine the full timeline, the strange circumstances surrounding his death, the police investigation, the theories involving abduction and foul play, and why this haunting case continues to trouble investigators and the public.If you're enjoying these thorough true crime documentaries, please follow Crimes That Haunt Us and leave a rating — it helps more than you know.Crimes That Haunt Us – respectful, in-depth documentaries on the UK’s most disturbing unsolved cases.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/ZBLosiLzNks(00:00) The Haunting Case of Peter Watts(00:43) Who Was Peter Watts?(03:31) The Day of the Murder(4:34) Peter Leaves Home(5:21) Euston Station(7:45) Peter is Found Dying in London(10:10) Peter is Rushed to Hospital(14:06) The Post Mortem(15:56) The Joint Police Investigation(18:10) The Inquest Opens(24:37) A Bombshell Witness Claim

On 5 March 1979, 15-year-old Martin Allen said goodbye to his brother at Earls Court Underground station in London… and vanished without a trace.One of Britain’s most disturbing and high-profile missing persons cases, Martin’s disappearance has been linked to alleged VIP paedophile rings, powerful establishment figures, and possible cover-ups. Despite decades of investigation and multiple suspicious sightings, no trace of Martin has ever been found.In this deep-dive documentary, we examine the full timeline, the strange witness statements, the controversial police handling of the case, the alleged connections to other missing boys, and the theories that still divide investigators and the public nearly 50 years later.If you're enjoying these thorough true crime documentaries, please follow Crimes That Haunt Us and leave a rating — it helps more than you know.Crimes That Haunt Us – respectful, in-depth documentaries on the UK’s most disturbing unsolved cases.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/D_Uka-Sf1SY(00:00) The Haunting Case of Martin Allen(00:49) Who Was Martin Allen?(04:02) The Day of the Abduction(4:45) Last Confirmed Sighting(5:59) The Abduction(9:19) Martin is Missing(11:40) High Up People Took Martin(14:00) Investigation Intensifies(16:24) The Canadian Suspect(19:12) The Elm Guest House(23:00) Denis Nilsen(26:14) Martin’s Police File is Taken(27:02) Operation Midland

On 9 January 1965, 14-year-old Elsie Frost left her home in Wakefield to go ice skating. She was last seen alive walking through an old railway tunnel… and was later found brutally murdered.Nearly 60 years later, her killer has never been brought to justice. Despite multiple investigations, a prime suspect, and fresh appeals, the case remains one of Britain’s most disturbing unsolved child murders.In this deep-dive documentary, we explore the full timeline, the disturbing details of the crime scene, the original investigation, the man police believed was responsible, and why this case continues to haunt the nation decades later.If you're enjoying these thorough true crime documentaries, please follow Crimes That Haunt Us and leave a rating — it helps more than you know.Crimes That Haunt Us – respectful, in-depth documentaries on the UK and Ireland’s most disturbing unsolved cases.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/DtAjAJwEncg(00:00) The Haunting Case of Elsie Frost(00:51) Who Was Elsie Frost?(04:31) The Day of the Murder(5:56) Elsie Arrives at the Lagoon(6:30) Elsie Leaves(7:10) Elsie is Killed(8:10) A Horrific Discovery(12:59) Investigation Intensifies(14:43) Ian Bernard Spencer(15:02) Beast of Wombwell(18:32) Coroners Inquest Begins(21:29) Spencer is Committed to Trial(24:26) Peter Pickering

On 19 August 1978, 13-year-old Genette Tate left home to deliver newspapers in the quiet village of Aylesbeare, Devon. She was last seen cycling along a country lane… and then she vanished without a trace.Nearly 50 years later, Genette’s disappearance remains one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved cases. Despite extensive searches, multiple suspects, and links to notorious serial killer Robert Black, no one has ever been charged.In this deep-dive documentary, we examine the full timeline, the suspicious sightings, the police investigation, the theories that still divide investigators, and why this case continues to haunt the nation.If you enjoy thorough, respectful true crime documentaries, follow Crimes That Haunt Us and leave a rating.Crimes That Haunt Us – Deep dives into the UK and Ireland’s most disturbing unsolved cases.For the documentary version see here https://youtu.be/d0GPw4IgMcA(00:00) Intro (00:57) About Genette(03:55) The Paper Round(04:31) Day of Vanishing(05:22) The Abduction(09:01) Genette is Gone(09:56) The Crime Scene(10:47) Investigation Begins(12:00) Suspicious Man Seen(15:12) The Father is Scrutinized(19:10) John Tate(20:54) Ian Bealey(25:14) Robert Black