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S2 Ep1: Leonard Lake and Charles Ng, The Family Annihilators Aug 29, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard are back for a whole new season of Devils in The Dark! In this episode, the girls travel back to 1970s America to learn about the vile serial killer duo, Leonard Lake and Charles Ng. After several stints in jail, Charles Ng manages to escape military detention in Hawaii to join pen pal Leonard Lake in California to enact his horrific “Miranda Plan”. Inspired by the novel The Collector by John Fowles, Leonard and Charles commit the kinds of heinous crimes seen only in horror movies. Expect dark beginnings at the hands of a grandmother, a kleptomaniac who seriously cannot keep his hands to himself, and two of the worst killers Devils in The Dark has ever seen.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including violence against children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction
08:32 - Where Leonard’s story begins
14:27 - Leonard’s stint in the Vietnam war and doomed first marriage
19:09 - Where Charles’ story begins
19:32 - The problem with Charles (he just can’t stop nicking stuff)
21:50 - Charles gets kicked out of the Marine Corps
22:26 - Leonard Lake and Charles Ng become unlikely pen pals
24:23 - Charles escapes Military Detention in Hawaii
28:36 - Leonard’s bunker
29:27 - The “Miranda Plan”
32:14 - The murder of Harvey and Sean Dubs
35:59 - The murder of Deborah Dubs
36:56 - The murder of Randy Jacobsen
38:04 - The murder of Brenda O’Connor, Lonnie Bond and Lonnie Junior
40:49 - Leonard Lake commits suicide
42:57 - Police search the bunker in California
51:17 - Charles is on the run
51:43 - The can of salmon incident (Charles is caught)
56:36 - The sentencing of Charles Ng
59:09 - Outro
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For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward.
Special thanks to Woodcut Media.
Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123
Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200
Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)
Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200
Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)
Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498
Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005
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S1 Ep17: Out now... Devils in the Dark Season 2! Aug 22, 2022

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We’re back baby!!! Devils in the Dark is back for Season 2 with a whole new season of wild crimes to get stuck into. Oh how we’ve missed you!
From sinister hidden bunkers to iconic undercover cops, we’ve got stories you will not believe. AND this season we’ll be travelling even further, looking into the most horrific cases in history, like the serial killer and torturer Madame La Laurie and the vengeful murdering piratess Jeanne Di Clisson.
New episodes every Monday. We can’t WAIT to see you!

S1 Ep16: Edmund Kemper, The Co-ed Killer May 30, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard finish the series with a killer of enormous proportions… literally. At a staggering height of 6”7, ‘Big Ed’ is one of the most violent and messed up killers of the century. After murdering his grandparents aged just 15 years old, Edmund went on to kill dozens of University students before exacting revenge on his estranged mother in one of the worst ways imaginable. Expect sinister beginnings, another tale of reformation gone seriously wrong, and one of the most gruesome ends Helen and Danni have ever seen.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction07:13 - Where Edmund’s story begins13:04 - Edmund vs. the family cats16:01 - Edmund is sent away to his grandparents16:32 - Edmund murders his grandparents17:40 - The sealing of Edmund’s criminal record21:12 - Edmund gets in a motorbike accident22:54 - The murders of Mary Anne Pesce and Anita Lechessa28:45 - The murder of Aiko Koo35:55 - Forest Schall speaks about the murder of his sister, Cindy Schall38:40 - The murders of Rosalind Heather Thorpe and Allison Liu40:36 - Edmund frequents The Jury Room bar to get the inside track42:05 - A diligent gun clerk raises the alarm45:24 - Edmund murders his mother48:46 - The murder of Sara Taylor Hallet49:24- Edmund goes on the run, but it doesn’t quite go to plan52:32 - The trial of Edmund Kemper54:48 - Outro
This episode is sponsored by…
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Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200
Devils in The Dark will return...

S1 Ep15: Jeffrey Dahmer, the Milwaukee Cannibal May 23, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back to 1990s America to learn about the horrific and infamous Milwaukee Cannibal, Jeffrey Dahmer. After his childhood obsession with animals took a very dark turn, Jeffrey channeled his love of gore and need for control to whole new levels in his one bedroom apartment on North 25th Street in Milwaukee. Expect serious grisly discoveries, a macabre shrine to his victims, and the kind of crimes you would only expect to hear in an actual horror movie.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault, torture, and violence, including violence against animals, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction09:33 - Where Jeffrey's story first begins12:50 - Jeffrey takes on some dark hobbies
18:02 - Danni's fascination with mechaphiles21:26 - Jeffrey starts drinking at school23:33 - The murder of Steven Hicks25:31 - Jeffrey joins the army26:25 - Jeffrey gets a new start with his grandmother in Milwaukee31:00 - Jeffrey kicks off his killing spree32:33 - How Jeffrey hid the evidence38:04 - Jeffrey tries to make zombies out of his victims39:32 - The murder of Konerak Sinthasomphone44:26 - Tracy Edwards escapes48:46 - The trial of Jeffrey Dahmer00:00 - Outro
This episode is sponsored by…
Skin+Me. Head to www.skinandme.com to get your first month free with code DEVILS2.Wine52. Head to www.wine52.co.uk/dark and cover the £5.95 postage costs and you’ll receive a case of 3 carefully selected wines from beautiful Puglia, Southern Italy.
Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

S1 Ep14: Levi Bellfield, the Bus Stop Killer May 16, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard turn back the clock to look into one of the most disgusting killers so far, the Bus Stop Killer, Levi Bellfield. After growing up into a woman hating thug, Levi took the lives of two women, one 13 year old girl and attempted to murder another woman in a violent attack involving a people carrier. Expect harrowing accounts from ex-partner Jo Collings, first hand accounts from police investigators on the scene at the time, and a very angry Danni.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction07:42 - Where Levi’s story first begins11:06 - Levi proves quite the ladies man14:54 - Levi meets Jo Collings17:36 - Jo reports Levi to the police18:28 - The disappearance of Milly Dowler22:04 - The murder of Marsha McDonnell24:48 - The attempted murder of Kate Sheedy31:00 - The murder of Amelie Delgrange32:26 - Met Detective Colin Sutton is on the case34:49 - Levi’s white van43:13 - Levi is arrested at his home in West Drayton36:48 - The trial of Levi Bellfield49:20 - The murder of Milly Dowler55:00 - Levi’s new identity, Yusef Rahim58:00 - Helen and Danni react to the news that Levi Bellfield has applied to get married in prison1:00:25 - Coming up on next week’s episode… Jeffery Dahmer
This episode is sponsored by…
CalmUK. Go to www.calm.com/devils to claim 40% a Calm Premium Subscription.
Wine52. Head to www.wine52.co.uk/devils and cover the £5.95 postage costs and you’ll receive a case of 3 carefully selected wines from beautiful Southern Italy.
Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

S1 Ep13: Richard Ramirez, The Night Stalker May 09, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back to 1980s America to learn about the horrific crimes of The Night Stalker, Richard Ramirez. After growing up under the care of a convicted murderer, Richard Ramirez would go on to take at least 13 lives over the course of a terrifying 14 month killing spree that held the state of California in a constant panic. Expect details of a satan worshiping psychopath, some of the most grisly crime scenes in history, and Danni’s night terror tales.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction05:15 - Where Richard’s story first begins09:38 - 14 year old Richard witnesses a murder14:26 - Richard’s first assault 16:37 - The murder of Jennie Vincow19:08 - The murders of Vincent and Maxine Zazzara23:23 - Richard goes on a murderous spree25:57 - The Valley Intruder33:36 - The murders of Peter and Barbara Pan37:11 - Richard steals from the wrong house39:55 - Detective Frank Falzon is on the case in Lompoc42:56 - A stunning citizens arrest45:27 - FBI Special Agent Bobby Chacon interrogates Richard Ramirez46:29 - The preliminary hearing 49:09 - The trial of Richard Ramirez42:33 - The wedding of Richard Ramirez and Doreen Loy55:32 - Outro
This episode is sponsored by...
Wine52. Head to www.wine52.co.uk/devils and cover the £5.95 postage costs and you’ll receive a case of 3 carefully selected wines from the Castilla-La Mancha region of Spain
Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

S1 Ep12: Raoul Moat, the police hating murderer on the run May 02, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard take a look at the case of Raoul Moat, the murderer on the run that had the UK glued to their TV screens. After getting out of prison, Raoul took his hatred of the police to a whole new level, murdering two innocent men and seriously injuring his ex-girlfriend before turning the gun on himself. Expect a terrifying meat head of a man, a vendetta against the police, serious ‘roid rage, and football star Gazza turning up to save the day with a fishing rod and a chicken dinner…
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction06:06 - Where Raoul’s story begins11:35 - Raoul’s girlfriend, Samantha14:29 - Raoul goes to prison16:55 - Samantha’s new boyfriend, Christopher Brown21:40 - Raoul’s Plan22:28 - Raoul gets out of prison23:35 - The murder of Christopher Brown27:01 - Raoul’s letters31:00 - Raoul calls 99932:35 - The shooting of PC David Rathband33:59 - Raoul goes on the run42:18 - Gazza to the rescue42:22 - The last ditch attempt to catch Raoul alive45:37 - Raoul commits suicide49:13 - Outro
Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

S1 Ep11: Rodney Alcala, The Dating Game Killer Apr 25, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard take a look at one of the worst killers in history, the Dating Game killer, Rodney Alcala. After ‘reforming’ twice, Rodney was free to roam The United States, studying under Roman Polanski, and killing an unimaginable number of young girls and women… oh, and he had time to star on American reality TV dating show The Dating Game too. Expect the worst self defence since Ted Bundy and the creepiest game show contestant you’ve ever heard.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including against children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction09:19 - Where Rodney’s story begins13:43 - Rodney’s first known assault 18:47 - Rodney’s first stint in jail19:40 - The ‘reformed’ Rodney22:05 - The murder of Ellen Hover24:43 - The murder of Jill Parenteau25:41- The murder of Robin Samsoe30:19 - The Dating Game35:25 - Rodney is arrested35:59 - The discovery of the storage locker38:57 - A shocking conviction U-Turn41:24 - DA Matt Murphy steps up to the plate44:41 - Rodney Alcala decided to represent himself at trial49:07 - Brand new evidence50:22 - The final verdict52:45 - Outro
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Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

S1 Ep10: Mick Philpott, the Jeremy Kyle sofa star who killed Apr 18, 2022

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Helen Anderson and Danni Howard dive into the world of Britain’s most hated father, Mick Philpott. After serving only three years in prison after being found guilty for a grisly grievous bodily harm attack in his early twenties, famous ‘benefits scrounger’ Mick is living the high life in the noughties in England. Finding fame through touting his government funded lifestyle on daytime TV shows like This Morning and The Jeremy Kyle Show, narcissist Mick thought he had the world in his hands… that was until one of his many long suffering partners decided to leave, triggering him to concoct one of the worst plans of revenge in history. Expect unbelievably arrogant behaviour, tales of dogging in Allestree Park and the story of one very heroic neighbour.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including violence against children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction06:25 - Where Mick’s story begins07:16 - Mick’s first assault 09:06 - Mick leaves prison to start a new life10:22 - Mick meets Mairead Duffy and Lisa Willis15:05 - Mick goes to his local newspaper16:27 - Mick’s stint on daytime TV20:29 - Mick sends Mairead and Lisa to work21:29 - Mick introduces Paul Mosely to Mairead and Lisa22:01 - Mick goes dogging in Allestree Park23:52 - Lisa Willis gets out24:57 - The Plan27:04 - Brave neighbour, Daniel Stevenson tries to save the children on Victory Road33:32 - The aftermath of the incident35:30 - Forensic scientist, Daniel Matthews, arrives to investigate38:53 - Mick and Mairead hold a press conference41:05 - Mick’s sick behaviour at the mortuary42:43 - Mick Philpott and Mairead Duffy are arrested44:49 - The arrest of Paul Mosely48:00 - The trial of Mick Philpott, Mairead Duffy and Paul Mosely53:55 - Outro
This episode is sponsored by…
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Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

S1 Ep9: Fred and Rose West, the killer couple that shocked the world Apr 11, 2022

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After deep diving into Dorothea Puente’s cookery book from last week’s episode, Helen Anderson and Danni Howard explore the horrific world of the most infamous killer couple in history, Fred and Rose West. Meeting in a perfect storm, twisted Fred and Rose West would go on to murder at least 12 girls and women, two of whom were their own daughters. Expect grim discoveries, anger over missing women, and a seriously sinister and sick family ‘in’ joke.
Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence, including details about violence about children, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
00:00 - Introduction00:33 - Helen and Danni review Dorothea Puente’s ‘Cooking with a Serial Killer’09:37 - Where Fred and Rose West’s story begins15:35 - The disappearance of Heather West18:30 - The Wests get a visit from the police20:20 - Fred West is arrested 23:05 - The discovery of Alison Chambers27:23 - The disappearances of Lucy Partington and Lynda Gough31:25 - The case of Caroline Roberts35:35 - Pathologists make a grim discovery37:38 - The murder of Rena West and Anne McFall
38:35 - The discovery of Juanita Mott and Carole Cooper42:13 - The murder of Charmaine West44:28 - Fred West commits suicide
46:34 - Forensic odontology brings new evidence to the case49:05 - The trial of Rose West53:17 - Outro
This episode is sponsored by…
BetterHelp. Go to www.betterhelp.com/DITD for 10% off your first month.
Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week’s episode please consider contacting the following resources:
Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498 Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

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