This week, I look at the criminal 'career' of burglar, fraudster, distraction robber and all-round conman Mark Woodliffe. A man who has constantly committed crimes across the UK, only stopping briefly to spend time in prison, before resuming his life of crime. Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcast<a href="https://uktruecrime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://uktruecrime.com</a> Writing Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117</a><hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

This week, I look at the criminal 'career' of burglar, fraudster, distraction robber and all-round conman Mark Woodliffe. A man who has constantly committed crimes across the UK, only stopping briefly to spend time in prison, before resuming his life of crime. Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcast https://uktruecrime.com Writing Credit: Chris Wood You can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I look at the criminal 'career' of burglar, fraudster, distraction robber and all-round conman Mark Woodliffe. A man who has constantly committed crimes across the UK, only stopping briefly to spend time in prison, before resuming his life of crime. Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcast<a href="https://uktruecrime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://uktruecrime.com</a> Writing Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

A Distracting Criminal: Episode 461

The UK True Crime Podcast, hosted by Adam Lloyd, is a leading true crime podcast, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday. Shortlisted for Best True Crime Podcast at the 2026 True Crime Podcast Awards and with over 85 million listens, this UK true crime podcast delivers in-depth, well-researched coverage of real-life crime stories from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each episode focuses on true crime cases in the UK, placing victims, families, and communities at the centre of the story. From serial killers and other murder cases to missing persons cases, fraud, arson and the whole range of other criminal investigations, the podcast examines a wide range of UK crime stories. Alongside lesser-known crimes, it also offers fresh perspectives on well-known UK cases, making it ideal for listeners searching for true crime podcasts, crime stories, and UK investigations. If you’re interested in true crime, UK true crime podcasts, real criminal cases, and detailed, respectful storytelling, The UK True Crime Podcast provides carefully researched episodes that go beyond the headlines to explore the facts, the context, and the human impact behind every case. Listen every Tuesday and Friday. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The cases discussed in this podcast often represents the worst day in many people’s lives. I always aim to tell these stories with empathy and focus on the victims and their families. All information is sourced from publicly available materials, and every effort is made to ensure accuracy.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Society & Culture

True Crime

History

Personal Journals

The UK True Crime Podcast, hosted by Adam Lloyd, is a leading true crime podcast, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday. Shortlisted for Best True Crime Podcast at the 2026 True Crime Podcast Awards and with over 85 million listens, this UK true crime podcast delivers in-depth, well-researched coverage of real-life crime stories from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each episode focuses on true crime cases in the UK, placing victims, families, and communities at the centre of the story. From serial killers and other murder cases to missing persons cases, fraud, arson and the whole range of other criminal investigations, the podcast examines a wide range of UK crime stories. Alongside lesser-known crimes, it also offers fresh perspectives on well-known UK cases, making it ideal for listeners searching for true crime podcasts, crime stories, and UK investigations. If you’re interested in true crime, UK true crime podcasts, real criminal cases, and detailed, respectful storytelling, The UK True Crime Podcast provides carefully researched episodes that go beyond the headlines to explore the facts, the context, and the human impact behind every case. Listen every Tuesday and Friday. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The cases discussed in this podcast often represents the worst day in many people’s lives. I always aim to tell these stories with empathy and focus on the victims and their families. All information is sourced from publicly available materials, and every effort is made to ensure accuracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK True Crime Podcast, hosted by Adam Lloyd, is a leading true crime podcast, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday. Shortlisted for Best True Crime Podcast at the 2026 True Crime Podcast Awards and with over 85 million listens, this UK true crime podcast delivers in-depth, well-researched coverage of real-life crime stories from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each episode focuses on true crime cases in the UK, placing victims, families, and communities at the centre of the story. From serial killers and other murder cases to missing persons cases, fraud, arson and the whole range of other criminal investigations, the podcast examines a wide range of UK crime stories. Alongside lesser-known crimes, it also offers fresh perspectives on well-known UK cases, making it ideal for listeners searching for true crime podcasts, crime stories, and UK investigations. If you’re interested in true crime, UK true crime podcasts, real criminal cases, and detailed, respectful storytelling, The UK True Crime Podcast provides carefully researched episodes that go beyond the headlines to explore the facts, the context, and the human impact behind every case. Listen every Tuesday and Friday. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The cases discussed in this podcast often represents the worst day in many people’s lives. I always aim to tell these stories with empathy and focus on the victims and their families. All information is sourced from publicly available materials, and every effort is made to ensure accuracy. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Share A Distracting Criminal: Episode 461

Sign up to save your podcasts

A Distracting Criminal: Episode 461

A Distracting Criminal: Episode 461

More shows like UK True Crime Podcast

Casefile True Crime

They Walk Among Us - UK True Crime

RedHanded

Murder Mile UK True Crime

The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast

Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast

REDRUM true crime

British Murders with Stuart Blues

Gangster

The Trial

Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling

Bang to Rights

REAL

Crime Next Door

REAL LIVES