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, Jodi Jones. They explore the details of Luke's arrest, the media frenzy that followed, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the release of Luke’s name to the press. Dawn and Naomi discuss the police investigation, the handling of forensic evidence and potential motives. They also discuss the continued sensationalist media coverage the impacts this may have had on Luke, and the broader implications of trial by media.Listen to Episode Two - Through The Wall: 'Scotland's Most Hated'Call to Action:Please consider subscribing, rating or reviewing this podcast as it really does help others find us. It's thanks to your ongoing support that we continue to be able to bring you Scottish Murders. 00:00:00: Overview of Episode Two00:00:19: Luke's Arrest and Initial Processing00:00:33: Trial by Media and Release of Luke's Name00:00:46: Luke's Movements on the Night of Jodi's murder00:01:06: Ethical Concerns About Media Coverage00:04:02: Police Search at Luke's Home00:05:02: Early Suspicions and Labelling of Luke as a suspect00:06:59: Luke's Involvement in the Search Party00:07:27: Transcripts and Statements from Luke's Family00:08:27: Changes in Statements Over Time00:10:01: The Complexity of the Case and Human Nature00:11:08: Police Focus on Luke as a Suspect00:12:49: Delayed Interviews with Jodi’s Family00:13:16: Lack of Clear Motive for Luke00:14:31: Police Narrative and Media Sensationalism00:16:45: Luke's Room and Personal Belongings00:19:11: Knife and Other Items Found in Luke's Room00:21:20: Prosecution's Evidence and Concerns00:23:11: Time of Death and Forensic Issues00:25:44: Luke's Time at the Police Station00:27:10: The Talking Clock and Luke's Alibi00:29:39: Credibility of Luke's Family's Statements00:30:23: Disturbing Police Interrogation Tactics00:34:12: Role of the Appropriate Adult During Interrogation00:36:24: DNA Evidence 00:39:22: DNA on Jodi's Top00:40:49: Luke's Interview with a Journalist00:44:54: Luke's Visit to Jodie's Grave and Media CoverageEpisode CreditsHosted by DawnSpecial Guest: Naomi ChannellProduced by Erin Ferguson