Episodes
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Episode 115: Jenny Methven
This week Emma brings us the story of Jenny Methven, an 80 year-old widow who was killed in February 2012. Jenny had been the victim of a shocking attack and sadly succumbed to her injuries.
Emma gives us details of the Police investigation, including appeals for information from the public, features on Crimewatch and of rewards offered for information.
Emma also tells us of the shocking direction the investigation would take as someone close to the family was arrested as the prime suspect.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/339627/Suicide-letter-of-Jenny-murder-accused
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13066153.man-faces-trial-pensioner-murder/
https://www.pressreader.com/uk/the-courier-advertiser-perth-and-perthshire-edition/20201110/281487868874037
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/340964/Mum-s-murder-was-an-act-of-betrayal
https://www.scotsman.com/news/jenny-methven-murder-my-mums-killer-was-just-like-a-brother-to-me-2512136
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/perth-kinross/169722/perthshire-murderer-declared-bankrupt/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/life-sentence-jenny-methvens-killer-2728355
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13087546.methven-murderer-abandons-appeal-conviction/
https://www.pressreader.com/uk/the-courier-advertiser-perth-and-perthshire-edition/20141103/282827894422846
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-36246544
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13070049.lies-spiralled-net-closed-killer/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/jenny-methven-murder-trial-im-scared-of-getting-blame-for-what-i-didnt-do-accuseds-suicide-note-1613413
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13152699.methven-killer-extortion-bid-charge-dropped/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-32533216
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13069259.wife-murder-accused-shocked-arrest/
https://metro.co.uk/2020/11/16/killer-bludgeoned-pensioner-to-death-before-coffee-with-victims-son-13604021/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/update-jenny-methven-murder-investigation-2730912
https://www.scotsman.com/news/son-of-murder-victim-jenny-methven-to-donate-ps86k-damages-to-charity-1506115
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/perthshire-man-detained-jenny-methven-2732127
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-19318861
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-17125670
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-17158621
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/perth-kinross/1715647/i-just-went-to-pieces-community-relives-nightmare-of-perthshire-murder-for-tv-documentary/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-19322364
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13069953.man-gets-22-years-perthshire-pensioners-murder/
https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/kym-marsh-fronts-harrowing-new-22807733
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13068565.son-tells-murder-trial-found-mothers-body/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/jenny-methven-murder-police-detain-perthshire-man-1636471
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-19165939
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/william-kean-guilty-of-jenny-methven-1270639
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-17109968
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13069259.wife-murder-accused-shocked-arrest/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/jenny-methven-murder-trial-im-scared-of-getting-blame-for-what-i-didnt-do-accuseds-suicide-note-1613413 -
Episode 114: Kenneth George Jones
This week Joannagh tells us about the case of Kenneth George Jones, who went missing from his home in Glenrothes, Fife in November 1998.
Kenneth has been missing for 25 years, with no apparent reason to leave and no indication of foul play.
Joannagh discusses the steps taken to help locate Kenneth, included age progresed photos due to the time elapsed since his disappearance.
We also hear about the diffculty faced by his family due to the lack of information on Kenneth's whereabouts and with there having been a number of cases where remains were found nearby, which were ultimately unrelated.
If anyone has seen Kenneth, you can contact Missing People anonymously by calling 116 000 - calls are untraceable - or by emailing [email protected]. Alternatively, you can contact police on 101.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.missingpeople.org.uk/help-us-find/kenneth-jones-99-000956#
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12345654.couple-make-plea-for-return-of-missing-son/
https://www.thenational.scot/news/14898927.remains-in-park-still-not-identified/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/mother-told-bones-in-fife-park-may-be-missing-son-1498164
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/fife/306427/new-appeals-families-missing-men-prepare-anniversary/
https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/news/kenneth-jones-family-of-missing-glenrothes-teenager-renew-appeal-20-years-on-from-his-disappearance-215571
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/18535769.unsolved-names-faces-scotlands-missing-people/
https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/crime/glenrothes-remains-do-not-belong-to-missing-men-allan-bryant-and-kenneth-jones-2993755
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-59672923
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/fife/1630159/police-confirm-fife-remains-not-those-of-allan-bryant-jr-or-kenneth-jones/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/14830659.families-renew-appeal-missing-men/
https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/news/crime/mothers-united-in-grief-for-their-missing-sons-1184140
https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/missing-persons/kenneth-george-jones/ -
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Episode 113: Netta Fornario
This week Emma brings us the mysterious story of Netta Fornario, who was found dead on the isle of Iona in November 1929.
Emma talks of Netta's fascination with the spiritual and occult and of the odd behaviour she displayed during her time on Iona.
We also hear of the peculiar scene where Netta was found, leading to further suspicion around occult practices.
Emma tells us of the speculation around a cleansing ritual gone wrong and also of marks on the body that may suggest a more sinister end.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://beccamcallisternews.wordpress.com/2020/04/21/fior/
https://www.strangehistory.net/2013/02/27/the-mostly-lost-writings-of-netta-fornariomac-tylermarie-fornario/
https://viewfromthebighills.blogspot.com/2013/02/a-terrible-case-of-healing-death-of.html
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/555841/strange-1920s-death-iona-scotland-nora-emily-fornario
https://www.shetlandarts.org/blog/the-mysterious-death-of-netta-fornario
https://medium.com/@anncarney51/the-strange-death-of-netta-fornario-b4d6817d7e6f
https://www.mysteriousbritain.co.uk/occult/netta-fornario-ionas-occult-mystery/
https://www.historicmysteries.com/netta-fornario/
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/191667869/marie-emily-fornario
https://journalnews.com.ph/a-mystical-island-and-the-mysterious-death-of-the-occultist-netta-fornario/
https://www.shetnews.co.uk/2011/06/20/review-gothic-magic/ -
Episode 112: James 'Jimmy' Hassard
This week Joannagh tells us about the case of James 'Jimmy' Hassard, who was found dead in the village of Caol, near Fort William, on 18 February 1989.
Joannagh tells us how, although Jimmy had suffered injuries consistent with an assault, there was no apparent motive for the crime.
We hear of the long investigations spanning many decades and the appeals made by tthe Police through the years.
Joannagh also tells of the lines of inquiry the police still wish to follow in the hope of finally solving this crime.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://visitfortwilliam.co.uk/pages/the-village-of-caol-in-fort-william-075a44c2
https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0005085/19900118/239/0002
https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0003741/19890410/005/0005
https://www.ambaile.org.uk/asset/18077/#:~:text=The%20first%20houses%20in%20Caol,be%20seen%20in%20the%20background.
https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?issue=BL%2F0000578%2F19890220&page=5&article=094&stringtohighlight=james+hassard+caol
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13146115.police-still-baffled-1989-murder-highlands/
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/past-times/3965208/jimmy-hassard-highlands-murder/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/police-to-re-open-james-hassard-murder-files-1704722
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-11451559
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-11396668
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-11283902
https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000540/19910218/041/0003
https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000578/19890221/031/0002
https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?issue=BL%2F0000564%2F19890220&page=7&article=081&stringtohighlight=james+hassard+caol
https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2017/03/30/former-caol-bar-set-to-be-turned-into-flats/
https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?issue=BL%2F0003741%2F19920323&page=21&article=021&stringtohighlight=james+hassard+caol
https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?issue=BL%2F0005085%2F19920326&page=4&article=050&stringtohighlight=james+hassard+caol
https://www.findmypast.co.uk/image-viewer?issue=BL%2F0000540%2F19990219&page=7&article=066&stringtohighlight=james+hassard+caol -
Bonus Episode: Interview with Pat Wertheim
In this special bonus episode, Emma and Joannagh speak with Pat Wertheim, an expert in fingerprint analysis techniques, who became involved in the trial of Shirley McKie.
Shirley McKie was a Detective Constable with Strathclyde Police who was suspended from duty and charged with perjury following findings in the case of Marion Ross, covered in Episode 111.
Pat talks of his backround with fingerprint analysis and goes into detail of how his testimony was key to Shirley McKie's defence.
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise -
Episode 111: Shirley McKie
This week Joannagh tells us about the case of Shirley McKie, previously alluded to in Episode 108: Marion Ross.
We hear how, during the murder investigation of Marion Ross in which Detective Constable Shirley McKie was assigned, events occurred which would result in Shirley herself being investigated.
Joannagh describes how Shirley fought to prove her innocence by engaging experts who would cast doubt on the evidence against her and ultimately on key evidence of the Marion Ross investigation.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/search-judgments/judgment?id=b5e986a6-8980-69d2-b500-ff0000d74aa7
https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/search-judgments/judgment?id=739286a6-8980-69d2-b500-ff0000d74aa7
https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/search-judgments/judgment?id=9be186a6-8980-69d2-b500-ff0000d74aa7
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2001/jul/09/mondaymediasection4
https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2006/apr/18/ukcrime.features11
http://www.shirleymckie.com/index.htm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/605129.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/shared/bsp/hi/pdfs/04_05_06_mckiereport.pdf
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/shared/bsp/hi/pdfs/04_05_06_precogone.pdf
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/panorama/4986570.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/684563.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/343940.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/1885505.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/2193058.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/3346933.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/3606151.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/3671938.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/6363185.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7296110.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7912233.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/8077893.stm
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/10438163
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-16181875
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/4706472.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/5006952.stm
https://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-justice-system-on-trial-2473381
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shirley-McKie-Price-Innocence-Iain/dp/1841585750
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/6564673.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7609004.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7912233.stm
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-36538179
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-16181875 -
Episode 110: Tony Parsons
This week Emma brings us the story of Tony Parsons, a 63-year-old Father and Grandfather who was killed in September 2017.
We hear how, as a keen cyclist and cancer survivor, Tony had decided to complete a charity cycle of 104 miles. It was whilst on this cycle that Tony would go missing.
Emma describes the years long search for Tony, which included initial mountain rescue, air support and dog units as well as later periodic appeals, including a feature on Crimewatch.
We hear how an anonymous tip led to the identification of persons of interest in Tony's disappearance, and how the quick thinking of a confidante of one of these individuals would lead to the breaking of the case.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-41537102
https://planetradio.co.uk/forth/local/news/re-appeal-information-cyclist-missing-since-september/
https://road.cc/content/news/249293-police-scotland-renew-appeal-find-missing-cyclist-first-anniversary
https://www.ross-shirejournal.co.uk/news/family-renews-appeal-to-trace-cyclist-reported-missing-in-highlands-three-years-ago-213908/
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/scottish-news/3279069/tony-parsons-missing-clackmannanshire-fort-william/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-45663082
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23747298.driver-killed-charity-cyclist-tony-parsons-jailed-12-years/
https://www.alloaadvertiser.com/news/23747296.tony-parsons-twins-jailed-total-17-years-cyclists-death/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-66317438
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/alexander-mckellar-sentence-tony-parsons-b2400145.html
https://news.sky.com/story/killer-driver-alexander-mckellar-caught-after-taking-girlfriend-to-peat-bog-grave-where-he-had-buried-charity-cyclist-tony-parsons-12928441
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/how-red-bull-can-solved-30608494
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/scottish-news/6526029/missing-tony-parsons-bridge-of-orchy-police-dig/
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/how-red-bull-can-solved-30608494
https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2021/01/15/human-remains-found-near-bridge-of-orchy-confirmed-as-missing-man-tony-parsons/
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/3096889/family-of-cyclist-anthony-parsons-still-need-answers-as-they-lay-him-to-rest/
https://www.thenational.scot/news/19012817.human-remains-found-argyll-bute-confirmed-missing-cyclist-tony-parsons/
https://news.stv.tv/west-central/cyclist-tony-parsons-killed-by-drink-driver-on-a82-remembered-as-generous-and-friendly-family-man
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12433659/Complaints-police-handling-probe-death-charity-cyclist-Tony-Parsons-examined-watchdog.html
https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/news/2023/july/two-men-convicted-in-connection-with-the-death-of-tony-parsons-who-went-missing-in-2017/
https://road.cc/content/news/family-sue-driver-who-killed-cyclist-then-hid-body-302881
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23686444.red-bull-can-helped-find-body-missing-cyclist-tony-parsons/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/family-tragic-tony-parsons-thank-26322528
https://www.ross-shirejournal.co.uk/news/family-renews-appeal-to-trace-cyclist-reported-missing-in-highlands-three-years-ago-213908/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/ex-fiancee-slams-sentence-pair-30815716
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-drink-driver-who-killed-30783903
https://www.obantimes.co.uk/2023/07/26/police-and-family-react-to-mckellar-verdict/
https://www.copfs.gov.uk/about-copfs/news/25-08twin-brothers-who-attempted-to-conceal-death-of-charity-cyclist-jailed-for-total-of-17-years-and-three-months/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-56927878
https://www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk/news/scottish-news/twin-brothers-stand-trial-alleged-28092102
https://www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk/news/scottish-news/man-admits-killing-charity-cyclist-30559081
https://www.alloaadvertiser.com/news/23747296.tony-parsons-twins-jailed-total-17-years-cyclists-death/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/police-officers-accused-data-breaches-30795229
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12444579/Killers-ex-fianc-e-fears-want-revenge-jailed-12-years-used-Red-Bull-mark-shallow-grave-cyclist-mowed-buried.html
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-66614488
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/ex-fiancee-slams-sentence-pair-30815716 -
Bonus Episode: Interview with Steven Keogh
In this special bonus episode, Emma and Joannagh speak with Scotland Yard ex-detective and author Steven Keogh about his book: Murder Investigation Team: Jack the Ripper: A 21st Century Investigation.
Steve tells us about his background in the Metropolitan Police, his work on his brilliant new novel, how the National Crime Agency assisted in building a profile of Jack the Ripper for the first time and we stray onto other important topics such as media reporting of high profile cases i.e. Nicola Bulley, institutionalised attitudes within the police, domestic abuse and more.
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise -
Episode 109: Jill Barclay
This week Emma brings us the story of Jill Barclay, a 47-year-old mother of two from Aberdeen, who would be killed in a horrendous attack in September 2022. We hear about the quick police work that uncovered the identity of the killer and the attempts he made to evade capture. Emma tells us of the impact this crime had in the wider community, with activist groups organising events to demand action in making the streets safer and preventing violence against women.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.nationalworld.com/news/crime/jill-barclay-cause-of-death-murder-mum-found-dead-aberdeen-3871493
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/22311409.police-charge-22-year-old-man-womans-death-aberdeen/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/purchase-demolition-of-the-gatehouse-dyce
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/10726210/rhys-bennett-sentence-reduced-age-murder-jill-barclay/
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/im-buying-house-girlfriend-raped-30120025
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12119927/Brutal-killer-burned-mother-two-alive-raping-jailed-life.html
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/haunting-cctv-terrified-mum-shes-30066593
https://news.stv.tv/north/jill-barclay-rhys-bennett-attacked-raped-and-murdered-deeply-loved-mum-of-two-in-dyce
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/heartbroken-family-jill-barclay-say-30063999
https://www.copfs.gov.uk/about-copfs/news/24-05-man-jailed-for-life-for-rape-and-murder-of-mother-of-two-in-aberdeen/
https://judiciary.scot/home/sentences-judgments/sentences-and-opinions/2023/05/24/hma-v-rhys-bennett
https://www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk/news/scottish-news/jill-barclays-murder-triggered-demands-30068052
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1774019/jill-barclay-rape-murder-aberdeen
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/crime-courts/5762971/rhys-bennett-murder-charge/
https://www.grampianonline.co.uk/news/labourer-jailed-for-rape-and-murder-of-jill-barclay-314704/
https://www.grampianonline.co.uk/news/murder-of-jill-barclay-in-dyce-lord-arthursons-sentencing-314708/
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/crime-courts/5762971/rhys-bennett-murder-charge/
https://www.energyvoice.com/other-news/445273/jill-barclay-murder-oil-worker-tributes-petrofac/
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/rhys-bennett-jill-barclay-aberdeen-b2345449.html
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-65495249
https://news.sky.com/story/jill-barclay-man-23-who-raped-mum-of-two-in-aberdeen-and-burned-her-alive-given-lesser-sentence-due-to-young-age-12888501
https://www.aberdeenlive.news/news/aberdeen-news/partner-murdered-dyce-woman-jill-8482755
https://www.aberdeenlive.news/news/aberdeen-news/murdered-aberdeen-mum-jill-barclay-8466605
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/partner-murdered-scots-mum-wants-30117974
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/5768602/jill-barclay-death-legacy-lessons-bryan-rutherford-opinion/ -
Episode 108: Marion Ross
This week Joannagh tells us about the murder of Marion Ross, a 51-year-old woman from Kilmarnock.Described as a quiet and private woman, Marion would be found dead in her home in January 1997 after a brutal attack.We hear how the forensic investigation uncovered a list of potential suspects, but also resulted in some unexpected findings.Joannagh describes the case that was made against the accused along with the outcome of the trial.We then hear how fresh evidence was eventually presented, which would call the entire investigation into question.
Case research by Joannagh ShanksProduced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh ShanksEditing by Joannagh ShanksMusic by Tribe of NoiseMurder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12083485.news-digest/
http://www.shirleymckie.com/documents/McKayExsmall.pdf
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12324918.expert-tells-jury-of-spinsters-horrific-death/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12324894.murder-trial-jury-told-cousin-was-held/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12321475.spinsters-killer-jailed-for-life/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12326492.murder-accused-had-tin-for-years/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12325470.murder-trial-hears-of-fingerprint-theory/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12324561.murder-trial-hears-of-stranger-on-doorstep/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12321264.murder-trial-told-of-gifts-bribe/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12321634.accused-tells-of-being-in-victims-home/
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2001/jul/09/mondaymediasection4
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/891255.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/884895.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/822421.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/2193058.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/2193058.stm
https://www.heraldscotland.com/default_content/12437966.forgotten-victims-marion-ross-david-asbury-justice-iain-macwhirter-losers-shirley-mckie-case-iraqs-troubles-predictable-holyrood-commentary/
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/11954924.flawed-fingerprint-evidence-quashes-murder-conviction/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-justice-system-on-trial-2473381
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/shirley-mckie-fingerprint-saga-has-overshadowed-1089660
https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2006/apr/18/ukcrime.features11
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/605129.stm
https://www.thefreelibrary.com/IF+YOU+DIDN%27T+KILL+MARION+WHO+DID+%3F%3B+Convicted+killer+freed+%60Prints%27...-a090377582
https://www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/13055116.let-crown-office-now-act-vigour-marion-ross-murder-inquiry/ -
Episode 107: Annie Irvine
This week Emma brings us a lesser known case from 1974, the killing of 57-year-old Grandmother Annie Irvine, in Paisley.
Emma tells us of the impact the case had on locals, who described being 'sickened' by the crime, and some of those involved in the investigation, who described the killing as 'repulsive' and 'gruesome'.
We hear how, despite the brutality of the killing, there are few available reports on the case from the time and how, despite a large scale manhunt, there was limited progress in the case.
Emma details how the case has been periodically reviewed in an attempt to utilise modern forensic methods to gain new insights in to the killing and, hopefully, deliver justice for Annie.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/fresh-investigation-into-brutal-stabbing-of-granny-1342560
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13074390.cold-case-police-look-brutal-1974-killing/
http://www.unsolved-murders.co.uk/murder-content.php?key=609&termRef=Annie%20Irvine
https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/glasgow-news/unsolved-murder-paisley-granny-mutilated-27687535
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/annies-murder-most-repulsive-detective-2547529
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/neighbour-recalls-brutal-murder-paisley-2547551 -
Episode 105: June Cruickshank and George Forbes
This week Emma tells us of the killings of 2 children in Aberdeen in the 1960's, 6-year-old June Cruickshank and 7-year-old George Forbes.
Emma describes how June was found in a critical condition after a seemingly random act of violence with no clear motive. June would die a short time later.
We hear how there were very few leads in the case, with appeals being made to the public at football matches and through newspaper articles and TV interviews.
Emma tells us how the case hit a dead end until, nearly 3 years later, the killer would strike again.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
Blood & Granite by Norman Adams
https://www.thefreelibrary.com/The+murderer+of+six-year-old+June+was+discovered+almost+by+accident.-a0647766170
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/archives/news/15622/city-of-blood/?1=2
https://www.pressreader.com/uk/the-press-and-journal-aberdeen-and-aberdeenshire/20210108/281771336823170 -
Episode 104: Isabella Kerr & Mary Jane Rogerson
This week Joannagh tells us of the tragic murders of Isabella Kerr and Mary Jane Rogerson; two women who died at the hands of a jealous, possessive, deeply insecure man, whose continued unspiralling behaviour - left unchecked - led to the ultimate crime.
We hear about the comprehensive and thorough police investigation, and the several ground breaking techniques established during the intensive investigation which would change the approach to policing and forensics forever.
Joannagh and Emma also discuss the attitudes of the time, where domestic abuse was not viewed through the same lens, and recount some of their own experiences of domestic abuse.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of Research
‘The Jigsaw Murders The True Story of the Ruxton Killings and the Birth of Modern Forensics’ by Jeremy Craddock’
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jigsaw-Murders-Ruxton-Killings-Forensics/dp/0750995203
https://visitlancaster.org.uk/museums/explore/collection/discover-our-collection/the-personal-diary-of-dr-buck-ruxton-1934/
http://www.policemuseum.org.uk/crime-casebook/interesting-cases/the-ruxton-murders-1935/
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2014/sep/26/val-mcdermid-extract-forensics-the-anatomy-of-crime
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/125085500/isabella-ruxton
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-south-scotland-64939242
https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/charming-doctor-dubbed-savage-surgeon-25261292
https://www.historic-uk.com/Culture/Birth-Of-Forensics-Buck+Ruxton/
https://www.lep.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/retro/how-infamous-lancashire-murder-changed-policing-forever-3233512
https://www.irishtimes.com/news/offbeat/jigsaw-murders-the-gruesome-case-of-a-jealous-gp-1.2759634
https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/crime/infamous-jigsaw-murders-case-being-made-into-tv-drama-2548694
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buck_Ruxton -
Ep 103: The Dundee School Shooting & Carstairs Axe Murders
This week Emma tells us the story of the 2 seperate crime rampages carried out by a man named Robert Mone - the Dundee School Shooting & the Carstairs Axe Murders.
Emma describes the terrifying events at the school in Dundee and how Mone was locked up for this violent incident for 9 years, before escaping from the psychiatric facility where he had been held.
We also hear about how Mone and an accomplice carried out another brutal spate of violent attacks once free, and the aftermath of Mone's campaign of violence.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/dundee/536040/video-st-johns-shooting-50-years-police-sniper-robert-mone-sights-wasnt-ordered-shoot/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EC4lzeH_HU
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/past-times/3833272/robert-mone-dundee/
https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/mone-robert.htm
https://www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk/news/scottish-news/carstairs-criminal-spread-horror-infamous-25241432
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/past-times/4074025/robert-mone-sentenced/
https://www.murderuk.com/robert-monewith-thomas-mcculloch.html
https://www.thefreelibrary.com/FATHER+FROM+HELL%3B+He+murdered+three+-+just+to+beat+his+son.-a061048128The Law Killers: True Crime from Dundee, Alexander McGregor, Black & White Publishing. 26 September 2013
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/dundee/536042/i-can-see-her-face-right-now-former-st-johns-pupil-held-at-gun-point-by-robert-mone-breaks-50-year-silence-on-terrifying-siege/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dundee_school_shootings
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/dundee/319859/mone-should-die-in-jail-says-ex-cop-40-years-after-bloodbath/
https://medium.com/crimebeat/robert-mone-the-most-notorious-murderers-in-dundee-892f45a4cc2f
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scotlands-most-shocking-crimes-twisted-22572096 -
Episode 102: Margaret Fleming
This week Joannagh tells us the story of Margaret Fleming, a vulnerable young woman, believed to have been murdered some time between 18 December 1999 and 5 January 2000.
We hear how the trial for the murder of Margaret Fleming was groundbreaking, as it was featured in a BBC documentary titled ‘Murder Trial’ and was the first time a documentary crew had been permitted access to record the proceedings of a high court murder trial.
Joannagh also tells us of the learning disabilities that made Margaret such a vulnerable person, and how access to her disability benefits may have been a key motive in the crime.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sources of research:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000d2cy/murder-trial
https://www.scotsman.com/news/crime/couple-who-killed-margaret-fleming-for-her-benefits-ordered-to-pay-up-3600578
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/19956551.margaret-fleming-murder-documentary-maker-fears-truth-will-never-come/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-60647434
https://www.inverclyde.gov.uk/sites/margaret-fleming
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48523897
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48635838
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-49014751
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-50265909
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-51047938
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48532099
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48203040
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48275280
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/18125606.lawyers-involved-trial-carers-killed-margaret-fleming-talk-tv-documentary/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48513981
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48067246
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48030174 -
Episode 101: Amber Gibson
Video Podcast - https://youtu.be/tkzX0mCDPMw
This week Emma tells us the story of Amber Gibson, a 16-year-old girl who was killed in November 2021.
Emma talks of the traumatic experiences Amber had already been through in her young life, and the resilience of her character that she was still described as “most giving, loving, supportive and admirable".
We hear about the night Amber disappeared and the search that eventually led to her body being discovered, as well as further unspeakable acts that were carried out after her death.
Emma goes on to describe the events of the trial, which only concluded recently, and the aftermath in which it will be determined if lessons can be learned to prevent further harm to other vulnerable young people.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sponsor: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/
Sources of research:
https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/amber-gibson-murder-victim-scotland-b969288.html
https://news.stv.tv/west-central/man-convicted-of-raping-alleged-murder-victim-amber-gibson
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/amber-gibsons-brother-could-been-30495396?int_source=nba
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/chilling-messages-twisted-scots-killer-30490759?int_source=nba
https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/uknews/16890839/amber-gibson-hamilton-missing-teenager-cops/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/murdered-amber-gibsons-family-absolutely-25591521
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/amber-gibson-connor-brother-murder-b2382095.html
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1795117/Pervert-body-police-amber-Gibson
https://www.scotsman.com/news/crime/detective-pleads-for-help-catching-hamilton-teen-amber-smiths-killer-3478873
https://www.thenational.scot/news/19751218.body-identified-missing-teenager-amber-gibson/
https://www.itv.com/news/2021-12-01/murder-investigation-launched-after-body-of-missing-amber-gibson-16-found
https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/amber-gibson-murder-victim-scotland-b969288.html
https://www.scotsman.com/news/crime/teen-charged-in-connection-with-death-of-amber-gibson-3479760
https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/national/23669267.man-accused-touching-amber-gibsons-body-family-father-tells-trial/
https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/national/23651017.footprint-found-amber-gibsons-bra-matched-brothers-shoe/
https://www.clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk/news/national/23653564.amber-gibson-injuries-consistent-strangled-murder-trial-told/
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/amber-gibson-murdered-by-the-brother-she-trusted-czchldkfs
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/amber-gibson-murder-trial-hears-30442150
https://www.nationalworld.com/news/crime/amber-gibson-man-charged-with-attempting-to-defeat-ends-of-justice-3478336
https://www.lbc.co.uk/hot-topics/crime-police/amber-gibson-murder-scotland-16-year-old-dead/
https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/19823646.second-man-charged-death-teenager-amber-gibson/
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12336945/Man-Amber-Gibsons-naked-body-woodland-violated-instead-telling-police-Pervert-45-told-faces-lengthy-jail-term-horrific-crimes-against-tragic-16-year-old.html
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66300209https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66300209
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/amber-gibson-connor-murder-brother-b2382057.html
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12336903/Amber-Gibson-life-misery.html
https://news.sky.com/story/amber-gibson-murder-independent-care-review-set-to-be-concluded-12928645
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/tragic-amber-gibson-raped-murdered-30555117
https://news.sky.com/story/amber-gibson-murder-trial-man-accused-of-inappropriately-touching-her-body-was-staying-with-his-family-12924302
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/23679669.family-say-amber-gibson-let-authorities/
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/amber-gibson-murder-trial-hears-30540684
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/10937485/amber-gibsons-body-found-concealed-by-branches/
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/23646382.police-officer-discovered-amber-gibsons-body-gives-evidence/
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23641783.man-accused-killing-sister-said-bad-night/
https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23256799.man-accused-inappropriately-touching-amber-gibsons-dead-body/ -
Episode (1)00: Renee MacRae
Video Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfNOkt9bn7I
For the long awaited 100th episode of Murder She Spoke Joannagh delves in to the case of Renee MacRae, a 36-year-old mother of two who went missing in November 1976, along with her youngest son, 3-year-old Andrew.
Joannagh talks of the turbulent personal life of Renee, with questions having been raised over the paternity of her youngest son due to an ongoing affair.
We hear about the extensive searches carried out in search of Renee and Andrew, from excavations of Quarries, to searches of Rivers and Lochs involving large numbers of Police, volunteers and even support from the RAF.
In an investigation lasting right up to September 2022, we hear about the lies that allowed the prime suspect to evade Police detection, as well as the evidence that would eventually be used to see them in court.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Joannagh Shanks
Music by Tribe of Noise
Murder She Spoke Youtube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@MurderSheSpokePod
Sponsor: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/
Sources of research:
https://www.valmcdermid.com/forensics/ (Val’s book: Forensics: The Anatomy of Crime)
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1573378/oap-set-for-court-accused-of-murdering-mum-renee-macrae-and-her-son-more-than-40-years-ago/
https://www.scottishlegal.com/article/pensioner-to-appear-in-court-accused-of-killing-woman-and-toddler-over-40-years-ago
https://www.inverness-courier.co.uk/news/renee-macrae-murder-case-due-back-in-court-next-month-212004/
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/tag/renee-macrae/page/2/
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/4407580/renee-macrae-murder-bones-found-inverness-search-43-years/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-49661128
https://twitter.com/policescotland/status/1171736670842040320?lang=en-gb
https://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/renee-macrae-murder-police-search-quarry-1416644
https://www.helensburghadvertiser.co.uk/news/national-news/17728381.renee-macrae-search-team-find-pushchair-parts-quarry/
https://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/national/17216682.fresh-family-appeal-1976-disappearance-mother-son/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-64655571
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/tag/renee-macrae/
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/sep/29/renee-andrew-macrae-murder-inverness-1976-william-macdowell-guilty
https://news.stv.tv/highlands-islands/murderer-william-macdowell-who-killed-renee-macrae-and-son-andrew-dies-aged-81
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-police-inverness-high-court-police-scotland-b2196060.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-inverness-police-scotland-penrith-high-court-b2177869.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-inverness-high-court-volvo-leith-b2173854.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-inverness-bmw-valium-dvla-b2175361.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-life-high-court-inverness-bmw-b2176645.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-inverness-chinese-volvo-penrith-b2177270.html
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/renee-macrae-inverness-bmw-penrith-cumbria-b2173283.html
https://judiciary.scot/home/sentences-judgments/sentences-and-opinions/2022/09/30/hma-v-william-macdowell
https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/news/2022/september/man-80-guilty-of-murdering-renee-and-andrew-macrae-in-1976/ -
Bonus Episode: The Makings of a Murderer
In this special bonus episode, Murder She Spoke go behind the scenes of The Makings of a Murderer, the one-man stage show hosted by former Detective Superintendent David Swindle, currently touring the UK.
David Swindle served in the Police for 34 years and was involved in some of the most high profile criminal investigations in UK history, most notably Operation Anagram, which led to the discovery of further victims of notorious serial killer Peter Tobin.
In this episode, Emma And Joannagh go on stage at the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh for a preview of the production. They also have an interview with host David Swindle, who gives some insight into his philosophy on dealing with the aftermath of murder, as well as some previews of the content of his one-man show.
The Makings of a Murderer show will be touring until April 2024. To book tickets, visit themakingsofamurderer.co.uk
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Shaun O'Neill
Music by Tribe of Noise
Sources:
https://www.davidswindle.com/about-david-swindle/
https://themakingsofamurderer.co.uk/
https://www.crimecon.co.uk/david-swindle
https://kirstymaxwell.com/
https://craigmallon.com/
https://www.scotsman.com/news/crime/who-did-peter-tobin-kill-and-was-he-bible-john-former-lead-detective-david-swindle-on-why-the-serial-killer-case-is-not-cold-yet-1403956
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-13717063
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-51114483
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-61962924
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/helen-s-law-receives-royal-assent -
Episode 99: Karen Buckley
This week Emma tells us the story of Karen Buckley, a 24-year-old student from Ireland, who was killed in 2015 whilst living in Glasgow.
We hear how the alarm was raised after Karen did not return home after a night out, something which was very out of character for her.
Emma describes how the police appeals to the public resulted in crucial information being provided. This information would ultimately lead to the discovery of Karen's remains and would be vital in the case against her killer.
Case research by Emma Taylor
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Shaun O'Neill
Music by Tribe of Noise
Sources of research:
https://www.scotsman.com/news/karen-buckley-murder-timeline-events-1497840
https://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/karen-buckley
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-33865588
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-34176058
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https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2015/sep/08/karen-buckley-alexander-pacteau-jailed-for-at-least-23-years
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/evil-karen-buckley-killer-alexander-9209520
https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/crime/karen-buckley-killer-alexander-pacteau-10647129
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/karen-buckley-murderer-alexander-pacteau-6234866
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https://www.irishpost.com/news/85953-2-85953
https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/scottish-news/506723/monster-alexander-pacteau-who-killed-student-nurse-karen-buckley-in-glasgow-guzzles-protein-shakes-and-pumps-iron-in-jail-in-a-bid-to-get-fit/
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3193602/Alexander-Pacteau-admits-murdered-Irish-student-Karen-Buckley.html
https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/how-this-callous-calculating-killer-murdered-karen-and-used-google-and-a-tv-show-to-try-and-avoid-detection-31445671.html
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https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/598400/face-evil-brutal-killing-Karen-Buckley-Alexander-Pacteau
https://www.express.co.uk/scotland/597714/Alexander-Pacteau-cover-up-crime
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/572164/Karen-Buckley-judge-criticised-Glasgow-attack-murse
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/573579/Karen-Buckley-funeral-Glasgow-nurse-murdered -
Episode 98: Mary Speir Gunn.
This week Joannagh brings us a mystery dating all the way back to 1913, the case of Mary Speir Gunn.
We hear how, in October 1913, Mary and her family were relaxing in their secluded cottage home when suddenly a hail of bullets tore through the room, hitting all members of the family, Mary fatally so.
We hear how, despite some conclusions being drawn from evidence at the scene, the lack of strong forensics at the time meant a degree of guesswork was involved in the investigation.
Joannagh describes the leads that were ultimately followed in the case, some stretching as far as Saskatchewan, Canada, as well as some of the more imaginative theories put forward by investigators at the time.
Case research by Joannagh Shanks
Produced by Emma Taylor & Joannagh Shanks
Editing by Shaun O'Neill
Music by Tribe of Noise
Sources of research:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Who-Killed-Mary-Gunn-Portencross-ebook/dp/B08DXQK75J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RMB95MOZU7VP&keywords=who+killed+mary+gunn&qid=1655767340&s=books&sprefix=who+killed+mary+gunn%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1
https://www.largsandmillportnews.com/news/16860957.author-solves-105-year-old-murder-mystery-portencross/
https://newspaperarchive.com/london-standard-oct-20-1913-p-8/
https://newspaperarchive.com/london-standard-oct-27-1913-p-9/
https://newspaperarchive.com/london-evening-news-oct-20-1913-p-5/
https://web.archive.org/web/20140812213340/http://www.riverclydephotography.org/2009/11/portencross-murder.html
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/13724201.the-portencross-murder-100-years-on/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ayrshire-Echoes-People-Places-Times/dp/0956755054
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ayrshire-Discovering-County-Dane-Love/dp/0954446119
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Murder-Not-Proven-Jack-House/dp/0862670659
http://www.ayrshireroots.co.uk/TNG/getperson.php?personID=I28700&tree=2 - Show more
