True Crime Investigators UK

True Crime Investigators UK

Welcome to ‘True Crime Investigators UK’, a True Crime documentary podcast which looks at unsolved crimes, important criminal cases and delves further into the procedural process. The show is presented and researched by two former police officers, John and Sally. Now they are both retired and after nearly 28 years of marriage together, they review cases of interest, some solved, some undetected. Throughout this series they will be discussing the cases they are reviewing and interviewing relevant parties including Police Officers, suspects, witnesses and experts. So come with us on this journey, and let’s see where it takes us… read less

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The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher (Series Trailer)

The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher (Series Trailer)

Welcome to our 10th case - The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher. This is a trailer for the 2 part case which releases in a week's time. If you haven't heard our pre-season episode, please take a listen here: https://pod.fo/e/24428f On 17th April 1984, a number of the Metropolitan Police officers were on duty in St James Square, London. At that time the Libyan Embassy occupied No 5. The officers were to police a demonstration which consisted of supporters and dissenters of Colonel Gaddafi, the Libyan leader. It was at 10.18 that gunfire was discharged from the first floor windows of No 5 St James Square. Many anti Gaddafi demonstrators were hit and injured. One of the officers, Yvonne Fletcher, was also shot and fell to the ground. She was immediately tended to by the officers around her and then removed from the danger. Standing next to Yvonne that day was her friend and colleague, PC John Murray. John accompanied Yvonne to hospital, he made a promise that he would bring those responsible to justice. Yvonne died shortly afterwards. John Murray has worked and campaigned tirelessly since that fateful day to keep the promise he made to his fallen friend. We intend to release a series later this year telling the story of what led to Yvonne’s death and what has happened in the years since. It has been described as a story of ‘espionage, betrayal, terrorism and corruption’. However, John invited us to attend the 40th Anniversary Memorial for Yvonne. It was a well attended event on a sunny spring morning on the street where Yvonne fell 40 years earlier. This short ‘pre episode’ was recorded minutes before and after that memorial service with some of her colleagues. ________________________________________________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

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The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher (Series Trailer)

The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher (Series Trailer)

Welcome to our 10th case - The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher. This is a trailer for the 2 part case which releases in a week's time. If you haven't heard our pre-season episode, please take a listen here: https://pod.fo/e/24428f On 17th April 1984, a number of the Metropolitan Police officers were on duty in St James Square, London. At that time the Libyan Embassy occupied No 5. The officers were to police a demonstration which consisted of supporters and dissenters of Colonel Gaddafi, the Libyan leader. It was at 10.18 that gunfire was discharged from the first floor windows of No 5 St James Square. Many anti Gaddafi demonstrators were hit and injured. One of the officers, Yvonne Fletcher, was also shot and fell to the ground. She was immediately tended to by the officers around her and then removed from the danger. Standing next to Yvonne that day was her friend and colleague, PC John Murray. John accompanied Yvonne to hospital, he made a promise that he would bring those responsible to justice. Yvonne died shortly afterwards. John Murray has worked and campaigned tirelessly since that fateful day to keep the promise he made to his fallen friend. We intend to release a series later this year telling the story of what led to Yvonne’s death and what has happened in the years since. It has been described as a story of ‘espionage, betrayal, terrorism and corruption’. However, John invited us to attend the 40th Anniversary Memorial for Yvonne. It was a well attended event on a sunny spring morning on the street where Yvonne fell 40 years earlier. This short ‘pre episode’ was recorded minutes before and after that memorial service with some of her colleagues. ________________________________________________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Boarded Barn Murders (Part 2 of 2)

The Boarded Barn Murders (Part 2 of 2)

This is a very sad and tragic story about two women who were very good, long-term friends. They enjoyed a well-respected place within the community in which they lived. In November 1979 they were at the home of one of the friend's recently deceased mother, a detached property in the green countryside of northwest England. There was a knock at the door. Evil was about to pay a visit. Hours later their naked, lifeless bodies were found. But who had committed such cruel crimes and why? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. For detailed resources about this series, please visit: https://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Boarded Barn Murders (Part 1 of 2)

The Boarded Barn Murders (Part 1 of 2)

This is a very sad and tragic story about two women who were very good, long-term friends. They enjoyed a well-respected place within the community in which they lived. In November 1979 they were at the home of one of the friend's recently deceased mother, a detached property in the green countryside of northwest England. There was a knock at the door. Evil was about to pay a visit. Hours later their naked, lifeless bodies were found. But who had committed such cruel crimes and why? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. For detailed resources about this series, please visit: https://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Boarded Barn Murders : Trailer

The Boarded Barn Murders : Trailer

This is a very sad and tragic story about two women who were very good, long-term friends. They enjoyed a well-respected place within the community in which they lived. In November 1979 they were at the home of one of the friend's recently deceased mother, a detached property in the green countryside of northwest England. There was a knock at the door. Evil was about to pay a visit. Hours later their naked, lifeless bodies were found. But who had committed such cruel crimes and why? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. For detailed resources about this series, please visit: https://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher: A Pre- Episode

The Murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher: A Pre- Episode

On 17th April 1984, a number of the Metropolitan Police officers were on duty in St James Square, London. At that time the Libyan Embassy occupied No 5. The officers were to police a demonstration which consisted of supporters and dissenters of Colonel Gaddafi, the Libyan leader. It was at 10.18 that gunfire was discharged from the first floor windows of No 5 St James Square. Many anti Gaddafi demonstrators were hit and injured. One of the officers, Yvonne Fletcher, was also shot and fell to the ground. She was immediately tended to by the officers around her and then removed from the danger. Standing next to Yvonne that day was her friend and colleague, PC John Murray. John accompanied Yvonne to hospital, he made a promise that he would bring those responsible to justice. Yvonne died shortly afterwards. John Murray has worked and campaigned tirelessly since that fateful day to keep the promise he made to his fallen friend. We intend to release a series later this year telling the story of what led to Yvonne’s death and what has happened in the years since. It has been described as a story of ‘espionage, betrayal, terrorism and corruption’. However, John invited us to attend the 40th Anniversary Memorial for Yvonne. It was a well attended event on a sunny spring morning on the street where Yvonne fell 40 years earlier. This short ‘pre episode’ was recorded minutes before and after that memorial service with some of her colleagues. ________________________________________________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (Part 2 of 2)

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (Part 2 of 2)

This is a story set in rural North Wales. It's a close knit community, and some members receive threatening letters that create fear. The author is a trusted member of their community, but who is it? why did they do it? and what other shocking and macabre findings do the investigating detectives discover? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (Part 1 of 2)

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (Part 1 of 2)

This is a story set in rural North Wales. It's a close knit community, and some members receive threatening letters that create fear. The author is a trusted member of their community, but who is it? why did they do it? and what other shocking and macabre findings do the investigating detectives discover? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (TRAILER)

The Poison Pen Letters: Who & Why? (TRAILER)

This is a story set in rural North Wales. It's a close knit community, and some members receive threatening letters that create fear. The author is a trusted member of their community, but who is it? why did they do it? and what other shocking and macabre findings do the investigating detectives discover? You'll find out all the answers during this series of 2 podcasts. For detailed resources about this series, please visit: https://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 3 of 3)

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 3 of 3)

This is a story of unbelievable evil and how three generations of the same family were held hostage when a remand prisoner goes on the run having seriously injured two prison officers to facilitate his escape. For detailed resources about The Pottery Cottage Murders, please visit: http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/case_pottcott.html _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 2 of 3)

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 2 of 3)

This is a story of unbelievable evil and how three generations of the same family were held hostage when a remand prisoner goes on the run having seriously injured two prison officers to facilitate his escape. For detailed resources about The Pottery Cottage Murders, please visit: http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/case_pottcott.html _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 1 of 3)

The Pottery Cottage Murders (Part 1 of 3)

This is a story of unbelievable evil and how three generations of the same family were held hostage when a remand prisoner goes on the run having seriously injured two prison officers to facilitate his escape. For detailed resources about The Pottery Cottage Murders, please visit: http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/case_pottcott.html _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Pottery Cottage Murders (TRAILER)

The Pottery Cottage Murders (TRAILER)

We've been busy researching, interviewing and recording our next case, and it's finally ready for you. Episode 1 of The Pottery Cottage Murders is available on Thursday November 2nd, 2023. Please use your podcast app to FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to this podcast, so you don't miss the upcoming episodes. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media yPhHEXbVDdr7m5ITFKwZ

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 4 of 4) - Operation Downpour and the end of the road

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 4 of 4) - Operation Downpour and the end of the road

Eventually Tony is released to the UK but the police are on to him, he is once again the subject of police surveillance. He goes to ground, he puts together a gang of ‘misfits’, a prison governor, a boxer, a banker and others. But the police have set up an operation to catch Tony and his accomplices. The story is familiar, but how does it all end? Is there an inevitability to it? A well respected barrister who defended Tony at some of his trials gives his thoughts on the man that he knew, a rare insight into the professional relationship that a lawyer and client have. The story has been told in these episodes, largely by Jason, Tony’s youngest son, the author of ‘The Old Man and Me’. But what does he make of the life his father lived? How has the family been affected by Tony’s criminality? And what can he now do to help the forgotten children of those people who commit crime and are incarcerated as a result. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 3 of 4) - Shooting in Amsterdam

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 3 of 4) - Shooting in Amsterdam

By now he is in the Netherlands. He’s been inside for a long time and his trusted workers have either given up on a life of crime or have made their money and scarpered. So he is dealing with those he knows less well and whose ‘work’ ethics are different, harsher, more brutal. There’s a shoot out. Tony takes a bullet to the chest and a drug rival lies dead. He fights for his life. During his period of recovery, Tony sets up again in Spain and for a few years he sends drugs from Morocco and the continent into the UK using boats and lorries to convey the products. But the past has a way of catching up. He’s extradited for the death of the drug rival. What’s the verdict? _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 2 of 4) - Counterfeiting and Drugs

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 2 of 4) - Counterfeiting and Drugs

Whilst serving his prison sentence, he is the model prisoner and as he readies himself for release he indulges in the prison’s art classes. Is he turning a corner? Is this a new career path? Of course not, it's his next adventure, counterfeiting millions of American dollars and he uses the art as a guise for perfecting the production of cash notes. Within months of release Tony’s on the run from the Police. He meets Crystal and deceives her with his charm and lies. After capture, trial and conviction he is handed a lengthy prison sentence but Crystal remains loyal until he embarks on his plan for release - drugs. She cannot expose her family to this criminality and the marriage that was conducted within the prison walls ends in divorce. The drugs business leads him to another trial but his charm is not lost on the jury. After acquittal he drinks with them and suspicions arise that the jury has been ‘nobbled’. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 1 of 4) - The Foundations of a Criminal Life

The Tony Spencer Story (Part 1 of 4) - The Foundations of a Criminal Life

Listen to the early years of Tony Spencer’s life. A young man finding his way in the world but crime plays a part. He meets Jane, they are just teenagers when they marry and she falls pregnant with their first child. But Tony’s criminality sees him sent to Borstal. Over the next few years their family grows but Tony’s is still involved in criminality. He builds an empire of second hand shops and gymnasiums, this is legitimate business and delivers a level of success. But then he needs crime to support the businesses. Tony turns to the one thing he thinks will bring him the cash injection he needs to keep his businesses afloat; crime. He robs a bank at gunpoint. The consequences of his actions are grave, 10 years imprisonment. Whilst Tony and Jane spin a story that Dad is at ‘college’ to protect their young children, the truth is it’s a strain on the relationship. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Tony Spencer Story (TRAILER)

The Tony Spencer Story (TRAILER)

After a long break, we’re BACK with a new 4-part series based on the book ‘The Old Man And Me: A Gangster’s Life, A Son’s Journey’ by Jason Wilson It’s the story of a gangster told in part by the words of his son, Jason. We’ve spent months researching and reviewing the crimes of this one man and interviewing those who knew him best. So join us as we talk to Jason who tells the story of a much loved father, but a man who was very much different things to different people. This is a brief trailer to give you a taste of what's to come. Please use your podcast app to FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE, to you don't miss this brand new series. Episode 1 of 4 is out on June 8th, 2023. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

POSTSCRIPT: Murder Of Monika Zumsteg Telling - Erika visits the UK

POSTSCRIPT: Murder Of Monika Zumsteg Telling - Erika visits the UK

We released our three part series back in 2021. A major contribution to our review, research and ultimately the podcast was from Monika’s younger sister, Erika. We’ve kept in touch with Erika since that time. So we were delighted when she announced she would be visiting the UK with her husband, Tom. Another contributor to that podcast series was Steve Thrift. He was a police officer with Thames Valley police back in the 1980’s and met both Monika, who he found charming and delightful and Michael, a very unnerving person. Steve has now written a book about the case, ‘Telling Lies’ and he too collaborated with Erika when researching the book. One sunny afternoon we met up with Erika, Tom and Steve in rural Buckinghamshire, the area where Monika had lived and where her promising young life had been cut short by the person who should have cherished her the most, Michael. Come with us to that meeting and the journey we went on, in order that Erika could walk in the footsteps of her beautiful sister, still so sadly missed. _____________________ See photos, case notes and bonus material at http://truecrimeinvestigators.co.uk/ Researched and presented by John & Sally of True Crime Investigators UK. Produced and edited by the team at Carrotcruncher Media

The Murder of Joan Woodhouse (Part 2 of 2) - The Untold Story

The Murder of Joan Woodhouse (Part 2 of 2) - The Untold Story

We continue with the second and final part of our #TrueCrime investigation looking into the murder of Joan Woodhouse, whose body was discovered in Arundel Park, West Sussex on Tuesday August 10th, 1948. She had been raped and strangled. After previously visiting the scene of the attack and discovering what everybody already knew about the murder, we use this episode to undertake our own investigation and head back to Sussex to visit the records office and delve into the old case files to find much more information. We’ll uncover brand new details which will change everything we know about Joan’s plans that weekend and the police investigation. We’ll also tell you how this case can still be solved... Researched and presented by John & Sally. Produced and Edited by Peter Beeston. Narration by Angela Ness.

The Murder of Joan Woodhouse (Part 1 of 2) - The Unsolved Death

The Murder of Joan Woodhouse (Part 1 of 2) - The Unsolved Death

We’re back with a brand new #TrueCrime podcast as we look into the murder of Joan Woodhouse, whose body was discovered in Arundel Park, West Sussex on Tuesday August 10th, 1948. She had been raped and strangled. But why was she at that location? She had told everybody she was going in the opposite direction to the North of England to visit her family. So what happened to her on that scorching hot August Bank Holiday weekend? Join us both, as we travel to the scene of the murder to uncover the truth, talk to a number of experts, family connections and look into a literal ‘case of mystery’. Can we uncover what really happened? Researched and presented by John & Sally. Produced and Edited by Peter Beeston. Narration by Angela Ness.