In this episode of Clueless Crime, Lochi and Corina dive into one of Australia’s most shocking unsolved murders—the case of Maria James. In 1980, the devoted single mother of two was brutally murdered in her Thornbury bookshop, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a family desperate for justice. We discuss the baffling details of the crime, from the disturbing crime scene to the potential suspects, including allegations of misconduct and missed opportunities in the investigation. Could Maria’s murder be linked to the chilling secrets of the Catholic Church, or is the truth buried elsewhere? Join us as we untangle this heartbreaking case, exploring the twists, the theories, and the enduring fight for answers. We may be clueless, but that won’t stop us from talking true crime. Skip to episode: 11.45 Intro Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2Oh7jjxIPw www.cluelesscrime.com.au buymeacoffee.com/cluelesscrime patreon.com/cluelesscrime instragram.com/clueclesscrimepodcast
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In this episode of Clueless Crime, Lochi and Corina dive into one of Australia’s most shocking unsolved murders—the case of Maria James. In 1980, the devoted single mother of two was brutally murdered in her Thornbury bookshop, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and a family desperate for justice. We discuss the baffling details of the crime, from the disturbing crime scene to the potential suspects, including allegations of misconduct and missed opportunities in the investigation. C...