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A Boy Called Daniel Jun 16, 2023

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The pressure keg that involved mental illness, deafness, confusion over authority, and a lack of medication erupted in a quiet Brixton back street early one morning in January 1998 - leading to a shocking death, and highlighting a somewhat tragic figure - whose story I bring here.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of violence, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Nirvana - Scentless Apprentice
The Courteeners - Swear Down

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Report Of The Independent Enquiry Team Into The Care Of Daniel Joseph
"Deaf Murder Casebook" - Peter Webster Jackson (Mar 2000)
Assorted newspaper articles available via British Newspaper Archive

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Remembering Carla

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The Driver, The Dreamer, And The Devil Worshipper Jun 07, 2023

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An anthology of horrifying tales this time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast - three tales of savage murder scouring the UK that the reasons for, I could only arrive at one word for - senseless.
Horrific is equally as apt a word.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of a sexual nature, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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The Royston Club - Mrs Narcissistic
DMA's - Lay Down

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Remembering Margaret, Annie, Rebecca, and Elizabeth.

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Blame It On The Buck May 23, 2023

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We go back to mid World War II for the accounts I have brought this time on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, for two tales of brutal murder that involve dances, soldiers, 3 sent letters, a detective novel, two debts that never were - and a seemingly ficticious character.
And a tenuous link to both tales, hence the title.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of a sexual nature, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Rifles
Bridewell Taxis - Spirit Honesty

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Remembering Maggie and Jane.

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From The Archives - Disfigured May 15, 2023

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I bring two horrific accounts from the north of the UK, Scotland, this time around in a reach into the shows Patreon archives, and in which we shall hear of the terrible deeds that some people can commit that leave a person with a living reminder of the evil they have inflicted upon them - to disfigure and maim them - out of perceived vengeance, or simply for their own weird kinks.
This is a change to the scheduled episode due to unforeseen circumstances.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of injury detail, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Stephen Fretwell - Bad Bad You, Bad Bad Me
Teenage Fanclub - Ain't That Enough

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With thought to all those affected.

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Control May 06, 2023

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Everyone has a breaking point, don't they? We are off to Wythenshawe, in Manchester, this time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, to hear a tragic, horrific tale of what can happen when a person is chipped away at, by a person who has control of them. They can commit the most abhorrent, alien of acts. The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including injury detail, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Show SponsorsCanva - Design and collaborate with Canva for Teams! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you go to Canva.me/tcePlaylist TracksStrange Ranger - She's On FireThe National - Your Mind Is Not Your FriendThe True Crime Enthusiast's Fundraiser For Macmillan Cancer SupportReferences https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/5064839.grounded-pilot-wants-15-000-back-varsity-express/https://www.northwichguardian.co.uk/news/18112932.wincham-man-peter-chilvers-bullied-partner-breakdown-stabbed-son-1-death/https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/peter-chilvers-magda-lesicka-abuse-wife-jailed-a4318351.htmlhttps://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/magdalena-lesicka-peter-chilvers-james-17448590https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/mum-stabbed-toddler-death-after-17451091https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/ryanair-pilot-forced-wife-eat-21133372https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/peter-chilvers-magdalena-lesicka-wythenshawe-17448710https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/fury-evil-ryanair-pilot-who-23373907https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/mum-slams-early-release-man-23373849https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/bullying-ryanair-pilot-peter-chilvers-19689416https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/peter-chilvers-magdalena-lesicka-wythenshawe-17448710https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/james-chilvers-peter-chilvers-lesicka-17448344https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/peter-chilvers-magdalena-lesicka-wythenshawe-17446813https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/peter-chilvers-magdalena-lesicka-wythenshawe-17445256https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9183697/Fury-cheating-Ryanair-pilot-drove-fiancee-stab-baby-death-released-early-prison.htmlhttps://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/pilot-peter-chilvers-released-prison-4931876https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/pilot-jail-coercive-control-baby-death-girlfriend-peter-chilvers-a9253976.htmlhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-50820639https://www.warringtonguardian.co.uk/news/18115990.warrington-link-heartbreaking-killing-toddler/https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/news/hull-east-yorkshire-news/ryanair-pilot-toddler-killed-mum-3662790https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/magdalena-lesicka-peter-chilvers-james-17448590https://www.gmp.police.uk/news/greater-manchester/news/news/2019/december/two-parents-have-been-jailed-following-the-death-of-a-toddler-in-wythenshawe/https://metro.co.uk/2021/01/25/mum-hits-out-at-release-of-abuser-blamed-for-daughter-killing-son-1-13958185/https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/dec/19/man-jailed-for-coercive-treatment-of-girlfriend-who-killed-young-sonhttps://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/case-toxic-relationship-left-toddler-17451754https://expressdigest.com/tom-rawstorne-examines-the-background-of-air-stewardess-33-who-killed-her-son/https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/case-toxic-relationship-left-toddler-17451754https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/ryanair-pilot-whose-abuse-led-19696175Peter Chilvers Appeal Judgement August 2021HelplinesThe Greater Manchester Domestic Abuse Helpline is available to offer support for victims on 0161 636 7525 - Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm (excluding bank holidays). Alternatively the National Domestic Violence Helpline is available on 0808 2000 247 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Domestic abuse help and supportDomestic violence or abuse can happen to anyone.NHS advice says if you are at risk of domestic abuse or violence you can:Talk to your doctor, health visitor or midwifeWomen can call 0808 2000 247, the free 24-hour National Domestic Violence Helpline run in partnership between Women's Aid and RefugeMen can call the Men's Advice Line free on 0808 801 0327 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) or ManKind on 01823 334 244In an emergency, call 999The Survivor's Handbook from Women's Aid is free and gives information on issues such as housing, money, helping children and legal rights.Men can email info@mensadviceline.org.uk, which can refer you to places that can help, such as health services and voluntary organisations.SWACA – Sefton Women's and Children's Aid offers free practical and emotional support to women, young people, and children suffering from domestic abuse. You can contact SWACA by phone on 0151 922 8606, by text on07779745594 and by email athelp@swaca.comFor forced marriage and "honour" crimes, contact Karma Nirvana (0800 5999 247) or The Forced Marriage Unit (020 7008 0151).Merseyside-based charity Savera UK supports people at risk of 'honour'-based abuse, forced marriage, female genital mutilation and other harmful practices. You can call their national helpline on 0800 107 0726 on weekdays between 9am and 5pm.Galop provides support to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people experiencing domestic violence.Anyone who needs confidential help with their own abusive behaviour can contact Respect on their free helpline on 0808 802 4040.Follow/Contact/Support The True Crime Enthusiast PodcastFacebookFacebook Discussion GroupTwitterInstagramYoutubeWebsiteTTCE MerchandisePatreon PageRemembering JamesGot 5 mins? 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Killing, For Killing's Sake Apr 19, 2023

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We head back to the early 1990's this time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, and to the village of Marston-on-Dove in South Derbyshire, where I bring you an account of a crime that is as disturbing as it is senseless, and we meet a very dangerous individual, responsible for that most terrible of offences.
Murder without motive.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including injury detail, that some listeners may find disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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The Stone Roses - Begging You
Pearl Jam and Cypress Hill - The Real Thing

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Remembering Debbie.

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Crimewave: - Part 2 Apr 10, 2023

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The concluding part of a two part hometown tale for me, and in which I tell you what exactly made Jordan Davidson, who over a few weeks had become the scourge of the city of Wrexham, as wanted as he was - for he had "gone up a level", to use his own words.
Gone up a level is an understatement.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events that some listeners may find disturbing, and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Pixies - Here Comes Your Man
The Fall - Susan vs Youthclub

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IOPC Report - Nicholas_Churton_1_Final_report.pdf (policeconduct.gov.uk)

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Crimewave: - Part 1 Apr 05, 2023

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The first of an unplanned two-part episode drops this time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, and a hometown tale for me as here and next time, I describe to you the crime spree of an individual that saturated the suburb of Caia Park in Wrexham - and which escalated to tragic, and horrific events.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events that some listeners may find disturbing, and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Deja Vega - Precious One
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - Black Star Dancing

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References to be produced at tale's end.
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They Really Do Walk Among Us Mar 22, 2023

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A bit of a break from grisly murder of the week this time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, with a more light-hearted selection of accounts that may make you smile in parts; have sympathy in others; but all that I hope you understand the context in which I have entitled the episode so.
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New Fast Automatic Daffodils - Fishes Eyes
The Shamen - Oxygen Restriction

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Collette Mar 13, 2023

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If you were a youngster back in the 1980's, then compared to today, you'll know just how much of a different world it was back then - when your days were carefree, kids had that much more freedom, and much less supervision. Of course, there has always been that threat there, it's not a new phenomenon, but when you're young, you know nothing but the good in the world. In a horrific tale this time around, one winter's day in 1986, one such child, six year old Collette Gallacher, walking to catch her school bus, came to realise that, there is evil too.
Horrifically, in her last few moments on this earth.
The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of offences involving a child, that some listeners may find disturbing, and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening.
Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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JJ Cale - I'm A Gypsy Man
The Seahorses - Love Is the Law

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