Scottish Murders
Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, fortnightly podcast that brings to light the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland and the relentless pursuit for justice in solved and unsolved cases, and is sensitively and respectfully hosted by Dawn.
Episodes
Scotland Then - Fringe Antics, Forensic Failures, and Mountain Mishaps
This episode of Scotland Then explores newspaper stories from August and September 1981, focusing on events around the time of Aileen Printie’s murder.Dawn shares a vivid article about the Edinburgh Fringe, discusses a forensic scientist's …
Scotland Then From Housebreaking to Homicide: Scotland's Crime Wave of 1970
This episode of Scotland Then explores various news stories from 1970, including a clairvoyant's involvement in a missing person case, rising hooliganism in St. Andrews, and several criminal cases resulting in prison sentences.We examine th…
Cold Case Conundrum: The Lingering Questions in Aileen Printie's Death Part2 of 2
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the topic of suicide, so listener discretion is advised.This is a video episode and you can watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/1YY1O2NuIqwThis episode continues to explore the unsolved murder of Ailee…
Murdered for an Ice Bucket? Aileen Printie's Final Hours Part1 of 2
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the topic of suicide, so listener discretion is advised.You can watch this episode is a video episode and you can watch it on YouTube - https://youtu.be/1YY1O2NuIqwDawn and Marti from Mums, Mysteries an…
The Valentine's Day Sacrifice: George Martin's Tragic Taxi Ride
This episode explores the 1970 murder of George Nixon Martin, a Dundee taxi driver. It recounts the events leading to his death, the swift capture of his teenage killers, and the shocking trial revelations. It uncovers potential occult moti…
Three Shillings and a Life: The Brutal Killing of Elizabeth Campbell
This week we examine the tragic murder of Elizabeth Campbell in 1932 in Glasgow, and the investigation that led to the arrest of two young men. The episode also looks at the trial, including witness testimonies and the public petition for c…
Scotland Then: A Glimpse into 1932 Scotland
In this episode of Scotland Then, we highlight newspaper stories from The Scotsman from 1932, covers various tragic events, accidents, and murders. Notable stories include the fate of Betty Gow, the Scottish nanny in the Lindbergh case, and…
True Crime Awards and CrimeCon: A Scottish Murders Special
This special episode takes listeners behind the scenes at CrimeCon UK and the True Crime Awards.Listeners are treated to snippets of live sessions, personal reflections from podcasters, guests and organisers, offering a glimpse into the vib…
Scotland Then 1971: Dundee's Dark Days
This episode of Scotland Then explores historical events from 1971, focusing on crimes in Dundee and Glasgow. The episode covers unsolved murders, including James Keltie’s case, and violent incidents involving children. It highlights a seri…
Smelly Feet and Stolen Boots: The Laundry Room Murder
This episode of Scottish Murders explores the harrowing case of 16-year-old Diane Graham, tragically murdered in Dundee in 1971. The host scrutinises the contrasting narratives between the Law Killers book and period newspaper reports, ques…
Scotland Then: From Stripteases to Stabbings
In this "Scotland Then" episode we explore historical events from October 1985. We cover diverse stories, including a Yorkshire visitor's misadventures in Oban, a tragic fatal accident due to a misplaced breathing tube, a fatal wedding day …
The Chinese Community's Wall of Secrecy: The Brutal Murder of Philip Wong
This episode of Scottish Murders explores the unresolved 1985 murder of Kwong ‘Philip’ Wong, a prominent Chinese businessman in Glasgow. It explores the rise of triad gangs in Scotland during the 1970s-80s and their impact on the Chinese co…
The Unsolved Murder of George Murdoch Revisited: A Family's 40-Year Search for Answers - Part2
This episode revisits the unsolved 1983 murder of Aberdeen taxi driver George Murdoch. It covers recent developments including DNA evidence, familial DNA testing, and rewards. George's nephew, Alex, and Alex’s wife, Robina, discuss their on…
The Unsolved Murder of George Murdoch Revisited: A Family's Quest for Justice - Part1
In this special update episode of Scottish Murders, host Dawn revisits the unsolved 1983 murder of Aberdeen taxi driver George Murdoch, exploring the family's relentless quest for justice. Dawn speaks with George's nephew Alex and his wife …
Beyond the Tent: A Chilling Tale of Evidence Overlooked
In this gripping episode, former Scottish police officers Bob and Rory recount their investigation into the mysterious death of Nigel Rannach, whose remains were found after three years. The officers were tasked with retrieving a toy Piglet…
The Tent in the Woods: Unravelling the Mysterious Death of Nigel Rannoch
Scottish Murders returns with an intriguing fictional case told by former Scottish police officers Bob and Rory from the podcast Code 21.The episode explores the mysterious death of Nigel Rannoch, whose skeletal remains were discovered in a…
True Crime Podcasters Roundtable: True Crime Podcasters Share Their Experiences
True Crime Podcasters Roundtable hosts Adam and Paul are joined by guests Dawn and Naomi to explore the intricacies of true crime podcasting. The discussion covers the ethical responsibilities of narrating sensitive cases, the influence of …
Scotland Then: A Tragic Death, a Near Disaster, and a Final Journey
This episode of Scotland Then explores newspaper stories from February 1966, offering a glimpse into Scottish life during that time. Dawn recounts tales from various publications, including the closure of the Deeside Railway, a controversia…
The Missing Horse Emblem: Key to Solving David McMenigall’s Unsolved Murder?
This episode focuses on the unsolved 1966 murder of David McMenigall in Edinburgh, exploring the case details, David McMenigall’s lifestyle, the night of his murder, and subsequent police investigations. The episode highlights the focus bei…
Scotland Then: From Gunpowder Scares to Scotland's Stormy Past
In this episode listeners are transported back to December 1883, exploring captivating stories from the past. The episode highlights festive preparations with adverts for Christmas sales, a near-disaster at Oban railway station involving gu…
A Fatal Friendship: Grace Hamilton's Final Act
Trigger warning - This episode covers the topic of suicide. In this episode, we go back to Glasgow in 1883 and explore the tragic murder of 22-year-old Grace Hamilton, a rising theatrical star. The episode looks at the relationship between …
Exploring the Systemic Failures and Consequences: Justice for Liam Fee Part 3
In this episode the focus is on the conclusion of the Liam Fee case. The episode examines the jury's deliberations and the eventual guilty verdicts for Naomi Fee and Rachel Trelfer, who were convicted of the murder of their son, Liam, and t…
Inside the Courtroom: The Harrowing Details of Liam Fee's Case Part 2
Listener discretion is strongly advised due to the disturbing content and strong language in this episode.In this episode listeners are taken through the harrowing details of the Liam Fee case, focusing on the remaining weeks of the trial s…
The Dark Side of Jury Service: The Liam Fee Case Part 1
Listener discretion is strongly advised due to the disturbing content in this episode.In this intense episode, the host, Dawn, explores the tragic case of two-and-a-half-year-old Liam Fee's murder in 2014, near Glenrothes, Fife. The episode…
Scotland Then: Unveiling 1862's Headlines and Happenings
In this episode of 'Scotland Then', host Dawn takes listeners on a journey through historical newspaper stories from April 1862. The episode features intriguing tales, including a sensationalised theft in Kilmarnock, a tragic railway accide…
The Last Days of Mary Timney: Crime, Confession, and Capital Punishment
In this episode, host Dawn explores into the chilling case of Mary Timney, a woman convicted of the brutal murder of Ann Hannah in 1862. The episode meticulously unravels the events leading up to Mary Timney's trial, highlighting her persis…
Victorian Justice: The Murder of Thomasina Scott
Trigger warning - This episode touches on the topic of child rape and murder, so listener discretion is advised.In this episode, host Dawn takes listeners back to 1868 in Dumfriesshire, recounting the tragic case of nine-year-old Thomasina …
Love, Lies and Murder: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Crime
This episode uncovers the tumultuous relationships between a married couple, their babysitter, and a local young man, leading to a shocking murder in Dumfries in 1981. Themes of domestic abuse, infidelity, and manipulation are brought to li…
Introducing The Blue Way podcast - Episode 1: Policing in the UK and US: A Comparative Look
In this episode of "The Blue Way," Steven Keogh, a retired Metropolitan detective, and Anthony McNeil, a retired Michigan police officer, share their journeys into law enforcement. Steven reflects on his early days in South London, policing…
Uncovering the Truth: The Tony Parsons Tragedy
In this episode, Dawn welcomes Kevin, co-creator of the YouTube true crime channel Just Thought Lounge, to talk about the tragic case of Tony Parsons. Tony, a 63-year-old former Navy officer and cancer survivor, went missing during a solo c…
Final Episode - Update: Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell with Naomi Channell from Real
In this episode, Dawn speaks with Naomi Channel about the latest developments in the Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell case. Naomi reveals that newly obtained trial transcripts have surfaced, showing inconsistencies with previously released info…
Episode 4 - Shocking Developments: Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell with Naomi Channell from Real
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the brutal murder of Jodi Jones and contains strong language, so listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Dawn and Naomi discuss the lack of a clear motive, the destruction of crucial evidence, …
Episode 5 - Persons of Interest: Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell with Naomi Channell from Real
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the brutal murder of Jodi Jones, contains strong language and the topic of suicide is discussed, so listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Naomi reflects on the pivotal fifth episode, where ne…
Episode 3 - Justice or Miscarriage? Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell with Naomi Channell from Real
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the brutal murder of Jodi Jones listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Dawn and Naomi go through some of the circumstantial evidence presented against Luke at his trial. They talk about the ch…
Episode 2 - Trial By Media: Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell with Naomi Channell from Real
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the brutal murder of Jodi Jones listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Dawn and Naomi talk about the controversial case of Luke Mitchell, a 14-year-old boy accused of murdering his girlfriend,…
Episode 1 - Setting the Jodi Jones and Luke Mitchell Scene with Naomi Channell from Real
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode covers the brutal murder of Jodi Jones in detail, listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Dawn chats with Naomi, a seasoned TV producer and host of the Real podcast, about her extensive career in fact…
What We've Been Up To and What's Coming Up! with Dawn and Peter
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The Unsolved Murder of Elizabeth Mackintosh with Kay from FMWL Podcast
In this episode, Dawn is joined by Kay from the podcast Fuck My Work Life, and the pair talk about the unsolved murder of 50 year old Elizabeth Mackintosh. Elizabeth Mackintosh was born in Scotland in 1940. She grew up in a devout family; h…
The Tracy Main Murder
In 1980 Glasgow, the Main family’s world was shattered when 13-year-old Tracy was found murdered at home. Despite no signs of forced entry, Tracy’s body was discovered with multiple stab wounds and signs of a struggle. The investigation qui…
Interview with former London Metropolitan Police Officer Steven Keogh
In today's episode I welcome to the podcast Steven Keogh, a former London Metropolitan Police Officer, Author of the books Murder Investigation Team: How Killers are Really Caught and Murder Investigation Team: Jack the Ripper, a 21st Centu…