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True Crime Britain

by Rhiannon Doe

True Crime Britain is a single host, story - read style, True-Crime podcast featuring some of the most disturbing, heart-breaking & mysterious cases committed throughout the UK and Ireland, including missing person mysteries, unsolved murders and more. ***Episodes may contain content not suitable for some audience's, including the death of a child, descriptions of a graphic nature, and adult language at times. Listener discretion is advised*** For credits, Transcripts & Photo’s, please visit: WWW.TrueCrimeBritain.com Exclusive access to ad – free, early release & bonus episodes, plus even more great rewards, please visit: WWW.PATREON.COM/TRUECRIMEBRITAIN Get involved by following the show on social media, you could recommend True Crime Britain to friend, or even give us a shout – out! FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK TWITTER YOUTUBE <

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  1. Announcement From Me

    Hi everyone, Since recording this message yesterday, I've already began to make some slow progress behind the scenes today. It just shows what a difference a day can make! I realise I'm not the only one dealing with something right now, so, I wanted to say, if you're having a tough time lately…

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  2. E55 - Trapped in a Nightmare: The Injustice of IPP in the UK

    *** THIS EPISODE CONTAINS REFERENCES TO SELF-HARM AND SUICIDE. PLEASE TAKE CARE WHEN LISTENING *** Imagine being stuck in a never-ending nightmare, with no hope of escape. Every day, the same routine: confined to a tiny cell, with nothing to do but stare at the walls. No end in sight, no light at...

  3. E54 - Bible John - Scotland's Elusive Killer

    Friday, the 23rd of February 1968, was a cold, frost covered morning, when 67 year old Maurice Goodman, known as Morris, happened upon a figure lying on the ground on Carmichael Lane, in front of some lockup garages, not too far from Langside Place in Glasgow, Scotland. But a sight like that…

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  4. E53 - Jailhouse Justice? - The Murder of Richard Huckle

    *** Warning! This episodes contains details of sexual abuse against children, as well as descriptions of violence. Please take care when listening*** There is an expectation that the criminal justice system is there to protect society and to punish offenders for the crimes they have committed.…

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  5. E52 - The Killamarsh Murders

    ***WARNING - THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DESCRIPTIONS OF A GRAPHIC AND SEXUALLY ABUSIVE NATURE, INVOLVING CHILDREN. PROCEED WITH CAUTION, AND TAKE CARE WHEN LISTENING***“ "I remember when they were younger, they would always say they were scared of monsters and I would say there’s ‘no such thing’. How...

  6. E51 - The Murder of Banaz Mahmod

    Banaz Mahmod, was a young woman, living in the United Kingdom, whilst being simultaneously imprisoned by the strict beliefs of her culture. After a childhood spent in a war-torn country, her family escaped for a safer life in the UK. But, western culture clashed deeply with her community, and she...

  7. E50 - The Murder of Jo Cox

    In broad daylight, on a warm summer afternoon in 2016, British politician, and MP for Batley and Spen, Jo Cox, was murdered in cold-blood. Horrified witnesses at the scene, scrambled at the sound of gunshots, and the sight of an unknown attacker with a sawn-off rifle, and knife in hand. Jo Cox’s...

  8. A Message From Me

    Join my Facebook group for some great giveaways, discuss case theories and take part in polls for future episodes. Just search for: True Crime Britain Podcast - Official Group or follow the link. I look forward to seeing you there :} If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love you to share your…

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  9. E49 - Raoul Moat - Britains Biggest Manhunt

    “Hello there, this is the gunman from Birtley last night, er, my name is Raoul Moat...um, what I’m phoning about is to tell you exactly why I have done what I have done right? Now my girlfriend has been having an affair behind my back with one of your officers, this gentleman that I shot last...

  10. E48 - A Spy In a Bag - The Death of Gareth Williams

    When 31-year-old, Gareth Williams, began to miss work, his colleagues, and family became concerned. Gareth had always been reliable, and kept to his routines. But on August 23, 2010, when the police were asked to do a welfare check, they entered Gareth’s London flat, and made a shocking…

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  11. E47 - The Murder of Julie Hogg

    We all know the justice system exists to protect the public against criminals and their heinous crimes. But what if these laws, and regulations, suddenly contradict their purpose, and work in favour of the offender? Anyone can assume that based on a lack of evidence or proof of their innocence…

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  12. E46 - James Fairweather - Britain's Youngest Serial Killer

    In the early morning hours of the 29th of March 2014, a person walking through Castle Park, in Colchester, noticed a man lying unusually still in the grass to the side of the path. They could hear a kind of gurgling noise, and as they approached, they were horrified to discover, the man was...

  13. Mini Bonus Episode - The Murder of Rikki Neave

    When the naked body of 6-year-old Rikki Neave, was found near his Peterborough home, on the 29th of November, 1994, his abusive mother was initially seen as a suspect… but the case quickly went cold when she was eventually acquitted. It would take more than 25 years, before someone was again...

  14. Mini Bonus Episode - The Mystery of The Exmoor Body In a Bag

    On the 13th of March, 2002, something mysterious was found in Exmoor. It had been a chilly, windy, Wednesday morning, when a park ranger began his rounds of the Moorland national park. He soon came across a pile of bin bags that had been thrown close to the road. This wasn’t unusual however, as...

  15. Mini Bonus Episode - The Murder of Zoe Parker

    Just before Christmas, 2000, a horrific discovery was made by the edge of the river Thames in London—The severed torso of a woman... It did not take long for the police to identify the victim as 24-year-old Zoe Parker, but to this day, we still do not know who took her life. GREAT NEWS! - I will…

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  16. Mini Bonus Episode - The Murder of Tracey Meade

    Fourteen-year-old schoolgirl, Tracey Meade, went missing in January 1992, after telling her mother she was going to stay at her Aunt's. The two-week search for the teenager ended in tragedy, when her body was found in the Grand Union Canal. Three decades later, Tracey's murder remains unsolved......

  17. Mini Bonus Episode - The Disappearance of Sarah Benford

    Fourteen-year-old, Sarah Benford, has not been seen since she disappeared from a care home in Northampton, on April 6th, 2000. Nor has her body ever been discovered. Today, more than 20-years later, investigators are still trying to find out, what happened to Sarah. Join my Facebook group for…

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  18. Mini Bonus Episode - The Death of Johanna Young

    On a cold and foggy evening on December the 23rd, 1992, 14-year Johanna Young left her home in Watton, Norfolk, never to be seen again—at least not alive. Three days later, Johanna's body was discovered in a water-filled marl pit. Despite massive investigation and several arrests, nobody has ever...

  19. Mini Bonus Episode - The Disappearance of Natalie Putt

    Natalie Putt was just 17 years old when she allegedly walked out of her home on September 1, 2003, in Dudley in the West Midlands—and was never seen again. Despite extensive searches for the young mother, no clues of her whereabouts or her possible killer have ever been found. If anyone has any...

  20. Mini Bonus Episode - Who Killed Billie-Jo Jenkins?

    Back in 1997, a 13-year-old girl was brutally murdered in Essex, UK in middle of a day. The person responsible was soon arrested and sentenced to life in prison—case closed. Or so everybody thought... Despite someone being found guilty at one point during the investigation, the murder of…

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  21. Mini Bonus Episode - The Murder of Brian Jason Stock

    Almost three decades ago, 33-year-old Brian Jason Stock was found severely injured inside his own home in Hull, East Yorkshire. He was rushed to the hospital, where he died later that day. While three people were immediately arrested, nobody has ever been charged with Jason's murder. His case is...

  22. Mini Bonus Episode - The Disappearance of Claudia Lawrence

    Remastered, updated & re-released from my old podcast, for your enjoyment. On March 19, 2009, 35-year-old Claudia Lawrence stepped out from her home in York, England and simply vanished. Since then, no evidence has been found suggesting she is either dead, or alive, but it is widely believed...

  23. Mini Bonus Episode - The Disappearance of Bernadette Walker

    Remastered, updated & re-released from my old podcast to bring you a better listening experience When 17-year-old Bernadette Walker disappeared in the summer of 2020, it was initially thought the teenager had simply run away, and was hiding from her parents. However, disturbing details soon began...

  24. Mini Bonus Episode - The Murder of Kate Bushell

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including the death of children. Listener discretion is advised** One Saturday evening in 1997, 14-year-old, Kate Bushell, went out for her usual walk with a neighbour's dog in Exeter, Devon. But when she did not return, her parents…

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  25. Mini Bonus Episode - The Disappearance of Richey Edwards

    Unfortunately, there will be no full episode this week due to illness. As a result, I have released two bonus episodes. I will update you on my expected return as soon as possible. Enjoy the rest of your week, and please, Stay safe! Remastered, updated and re-released from my old 'Somebody Knows...

  26. Mini Bonus Episode - The Mysterious Deaths of Alan Leppard & Brenda Long

    Unfortunately, there will be no full episode this week due to illness. As a result, I have released two bonus episodes. I will update you on my expected return as soon as possible. Enjoy the rest of your week, and please, Stay safe! Remastered, updated & re-released from my old podcast, for your...

  27. E45 - The Crimes of Ian Watkins

    *** CONTENT WARNING *** This episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature that some listeners may find distressing, including references to child sexual abuse, paedophilia, and incest. Listener discretion is advised. If you are affected by any of the content featured in this episode, and…

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  28. E44 - Who Killed Jill Dando?

    Two decades ago, a talented and much-loved TV presenter, Jill Dando, was shot outside her London home in broad daylight, with a single bullet to the head. An extensive investigation followed, resulting in one man's conviction and imprisonment, for the cold-blooded murder—just for him to be...

  29. A Message From Me

    If you are affected by any of the content featured on this show, and feel you may need further support, please see the details for suggested help below. If you feel you may need urgent assistance, please attend your local A&E department, or dial 999 or 112 {UK&IRELAND}, 911 {US}, 000 {AUS}. Or…

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  30. E43 - The Brutal Murder of James Bulger - Part 3 of 3

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including the death of a child. Listener discretion is advised** With the funeral behind them and the trial not yet underway, Denise and Ralph began to cope with James’s loss in different ways. While Denise went inside herself and closed…

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  31. E42 - The Brutal Murder of James Bulger - Part 2 of 3

    The shocking nature of James’ murder made headlines around the world at the time, so it is a well-known case. But for those of you who have never heard, or have limited knowledge of this case, I need to make you aware that this story involves the violent death of a 2 year old child. However, even...

  32. E41 - The Brutal Murder of James Bulger - Part 1 of 3

    *** CONTENT WARNING *** The shocking nature of James’ murder made headlines around the world at the time, so it is a well-known case. But for those of you who have never heard, or have limited knowledge of this case, I need to make you aware that this story involves the violent death of a 2 year...

  33. E40 - The Disappearance of Kyle Vaughan

    It's late winter 2012, just five days after Christmas, police officers from South Wales, have just attended the scene of a car accident in the middle of the night after receiving calls from concerned members of the public. As the rain beat down on the dormant, darkened road in the Welsh Valleys,...

  34. My Christmas Message

    Merry Christmas Friends. However you will be spending Christmas this year, I hope it will a pleasant & peaceful one. I'll be taking a break to spend some time with my family now, but I will be back with you on Wednesday the 18th of January. Until then, please... Stay safe! Rhi x Hosted on Acast....

  35. E39 - The Murder of Stephanie Baird

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** On December 23, 1959, at 7:44 PM, police in Birmingham were dispatched to the YWCA hostel in Edgbaston after a report from a frightened woman. 21-year-old Margaret Brown, explained to the officers she had...

  36. E38 - The Murder of Tracey Mertens

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** On December 23, 1994, Tracey Mertens heard a knock on her door in Rochdale. As soon as she answered it, Tracey was grabbed, blindfolded and thrown into a car. For the hour that they drove, the mother of two...

  37. E37 - The Kerry Babies Case

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including the death of a baby. Listener discretion is advised** Kerry or "the Kingdom" as it is often referred to by the Irish, is known for its mystical landscape, beautiful sandy beaches, cliffs and rocky headlands. Today's case begins…

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  38. E36 - The Murder of Heather Barnett

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** 48-year-old Heather Barnett was described as a very proud mother of two who always put her children first and ensured they didn't miss out. Her profession as a seamstress allowed Heather to work from home,...

  39. E35 - The Survival of Victoria Cilliers

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** 3,2,1…. Victoria leant forward and felt the whoosh of air as it whipped past her face. She stepped forward into freefall and immediately felt the familiar rush of adrenaline as she left the plane behind and...

  40. E34 - The Chillenden Murders

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including the death of a child. Listener discretion is advised** On the 9th of July 1996, a man walking his dog alongside a country lane in Chillenden, East Kent discovered three bodies which were partially concealed in leaves to the side…

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  41. E33 - The Crimes of Dale Cregan

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** On the 18th of September 2012 Police Constables, Fiona Bone and Nicola Hughes set out on routine patrol in the Greater Manchester area. It was a typically pleasant autumn day with nothing to indicate the...

  42. E32 - Stacey Gwilliam - Buried Alive

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** People often ask why domestic abuse victims do not simply just leave the relationship. Even if the person themselves know it's time to end the relationship, there are often numerous emotions involved...

  43. E31 - The Murder of Lee Harvey

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** On the 1st of December 1996, at around 10:45 PM, a man named Richard Maine left Keeper's Cottage in Coopers Hill, Alvechurch and was just about to get into his car when he heard some alarming noises nearby....

  44. E30 - The Scissor Sisters Murder

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** When American pop rock band, The Scissor Sisters came up with its name back in the early 2000s, it was derived from New York's nightlife and gay culture. After being signed with British label Polydor and...

  45. E29 - The Murder of Eve Howells

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** Can pre-meditated murder ever be justified? To some, the idea of murder is more palatable if it was committed in self-defence or in the effort of saving someone else's life. But what if the victim was the...

  46. E28 - The Monster of Worcester - David McGreavy

    ***CONTENT WARNING*** This episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature regarding crimes against children. Listener discretion is advised. On a cold and wintery night in Worcester England, neighbours heard high-pitched screams pierce through the tranquil darkness. Even to the untrained ear,...

  47. E27 - Adam - The Torso in The Thames

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including crimes against children. Listener discretion is advised** At about 4 PM on September 21, 2001, 32-year-old Aidan Minter was walking his usual route back home over Tower Bridge in central London. It was Friday afternoon, and...

  48. E26 - The Murder of Gemma McCluskie

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised** March the 3rd, 2012, had started like any other Saturday for the police officer on duty in London's East End. But when two men, Tony and Danny McCluskie, and their friend Nicole stepped into the station…

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  49. E25 - The Black Panther - Donald Neilson

    On December 11, 1975, two police officers, Tony White and Stuart Mackenzie, were sat in their police panda car on a side road in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. They were observing the passing traffic, keeping a lookout out for any drivers breaking the rules—but then they noticed a man behaving...

  50. E24 - Suzanne Capper - Tortured to Death

    **This Episode contains descriptions of a graphic nature, including crimes against children. Listener discretion is advised** On the 15th of December 1992, Barry Sutcliffe took his normal route to work along Compstall Road, in Romiley, England. After picking up two of his colleagues, he headed…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

True Crime Britain is a single host, story - read style, True-Crime podcast featuring some of the most disturbing, heart-breaking & mysterious cases committed throughout the UK and Ireland, including missing person mysteries, unsolved murders and more.

***Episodes may contain content not suitable for some audience's, including the death of a child, descriptions of a graphic nature, and adult language at times. Listener discretion is advised***

For credits, Transcripts & Photo’s, please visit: WWW.TrueCrimeBritain.com

Exclusive access to ad – free, early release & bonus episodes, plus even more great rewards, please visit: WWW.PATREON.COM/TRUECRIMEBRITAIN

Get involved by following the show on social media, you could recommend True Crime Britain to friend, or even give us a shout – out!

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