Don't Blame The Mom

In 1994 27 year old Alison Botha was parked just feet from the safety of her home in South Africa when a man suddenly appeared out of nowhere & climbed into her car .

Alison was being abducted at knife point by two men who unbeknownst to her were already violent & dangerous rapists .

What followed was one of the most harrowing, prolonged & savage attacks a human being could possibly be subjected to .

But, against all odds this strong, resilient young woman despite being literally on the brink of death with over 37 stab wounds & having been disembowelled she still refused to lay down & die.

She refused to let her attackers win & incredibly managed to fight with everything she had for survival .

Her will to live & capacity to overcome evil in the most terrifying of circumstances has left Alison with the well deserved recognition as being one of the bravest & most inspirational survivors who luckily lived to tell her story.

She has used her past harrowing experience to educate & help other victims of violent crime & raise awareness around the world .

This is episode 98,

Surviving The Ripper Rapists:

The Incredible Case of Alison Botha Part 1

Crime Talk Timestamp: 10:50

Sources: Wikipedia / Alison (Amazon prime ) / crime library.org/ all that’s interesting/ dailymaverick.

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In October 2010 the town of Ascot, England, was rocked by the news that a brutal murder had occurred in their affluent community .

British Airways pilot Robert Brown had premeditatedly & methodically murdered his 46 year old wife Joanna Simpson by bludgeoning her to death .

As police questioned his traumatised children & investigate Joanna’s murder further, the shocking lengths Brown had gone to to plan and carry out this crime shocked even the most seasoned of detectives . Leading to this case becoming infamous in Britain, especially when it transpired Brown would be up for automatic release after serving only half of his sentence . Something Joanna’s family & friends fought hard to stop & still fight for today in order to get justice for their beloved daughter,mother & friend .

This is episode 97 The British Airways Killer:

The Murder Of Joanna Simpson

Crime talk timestamp-10:35

Sources : Murderpedia / BBC News.com/ ITV British Airways Killer Documentary/ Sky News/ The Joanna Simpson Foundation www.jsfoundation.org.uk/

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In June 2011 the small town of Bloomington, Indiana, was rocked by the sudden and shocking disappearance of local college student 20 year old Lauren Spierer …

As her family, friends & law enforcement searched desperately for any sign of Lauren , hope slowly turned to despair as over time leads ran dry & Lauren’s case became ice cold .

But what they did know is that Lauren had been out with some male students on the night she was last seen.

Young men who suddenly decided to stop talking to law enforcement, perhaps out of fear of being accused?

Or, was it because they knew more than they want to let on as some people now believe?

Many theories & suspicions have been cast as the years have gone by, and yet Lauren still to this day remains Indianas most famous missing persons case .

In today’s episode we take a deep dive into what happened in the last hours that she was seen & the lead up to her suddenly vanishing that night.

We look at who she was with, & the possible theories that are out there on what may have happened to her the last time she was seen 13 years ago.

And most importantly, where she might be now…

Will the mystery of what happened to Lauren ever be solved seeing as the people she was last seen with are still out there?

And will the truth of Lauren’s whereabouts finally come to light & help bring some closure to her family, who to this day are still fighting for answers of what really happened to their beloved daughter & sister…?

This is episode 96:

The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer

Crime talk timestamp: 9:28

Sources : USA Today/ Wikipedia / Finding Lauren Podcast/ Find Lauren.com/ Reddit / Dailymail.com/ Indiana Daily Student/ Fox59.com

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Going out with friends to celebrate the end of exams, or just to let your hair down, have fun & a few drinks is a way that many of us like to unwind .

But what happens when an innocent night on the town ends with you unknowingly falling under the dangerous gaze of a local predator .

The gaze of a man who waits & watches for young women to leave a venue alone when their guard is down.

Sadly, too many young women have fallen victim to killers like this, those who pounce when you are least expecting it & therefore their victim becomes an easier target

In today’s case we look at how what should have been an amazing time in a young students life went horribly wrong & ended in tragedy.

And how during this holiday season where many people will be out enjoying drinks & parties with friends, we must always stay vigilant & try to be aware of our surroundings. Because you don’t know who may be waiting for that one moment that you are alone …

Sadly for 22 year old Hannah Wilson who did everything right, like sensibly getting a cab back to her home in April 2015, this still wasn’t enough to save her from the clutches of a vicious & predatory killer…..

This is episode 94,

Taken In The Night: The Murder Of Hannah Wilson

Crime talk timestamp -11:25

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In the concluding part to our deep dive on disgraced ex Colonel of the Canadian Air Force Russell Williams, we discover how his violent brutal murders were uncovered & his reign of terror brought to an end .

And how Williams was finally caught by law enforcement, thanks to him leaving some compelling evidence behind at the crime scene despite his ego allowing him to believe he was always one step ahead of the law .

Today we unravel the savage reality of the violent murders he committed on two innocent young women.

The true extent of his heinous crimes lead us to ask the questions, what could possibly lead a person of his rank to commit such atrocities?

And how on earth did he ones tounthonk he could continue to get away with it …

This is episode 94:

Russell Williams ,The Monster Behind The Uniform

Crime talk timestamp - 12:35

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On 8th February 2010 46 year old serial rapist, & Colonel of the Canadian Royal Air Force Russell Williams was arrested in Ontario, Canada for the murders of two women ..

Yes that’s right, I said Colonel because this is yet another case that involves a prolific sexual predator drawn to a job where he holds a position of authority.

A profession that would earn him a badge, honour & respect.

Which allowed Williams to covertly commit 82 crimes and 2 murders all whilst hiding anonymously behind his badge .

This is not the first time we’ve seen such predators in a position of power and sadly it won’t be the last ….

As Russell Williams serves a life term for his crimes in a maximum security prison it leads us to ask the questions …

Were there previous signs to indicate that such a dangerous predator was hiding amongst the highest ranks of the Canadian airforce ?

If so how could these signs have been missed by those around him ?

Or was Williams just such a chameleonesque character that he was very accomplished at using his cloak of normality to stalk & kill victims & remain above suspicion for so long ?

In todays case we will see how even if someone holds a high ranking badge or wears a well respected uniform, they are still able to hold secret violent fantasies…Making them incredibly dangerous to those around them, and especially to females….

Sadly two innocent women Marie-France Comeau & Jessica Lloyd lost their lives in the most horrendous way before Williams’ mask finally slipped for good .

And thus revealing the true monster who was lurking behind it ….

This is episode 93 ,

Russell Williams :The Monster Behind The Uniform

Crime talk timestamp : 14:43

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It was the evening of December 1st 2018, as 21-year-old British backpacker Grace Millane set out into Aucklands town centre in New Zealand to meet her date. It was a date she had just organised through talking to him on online dating app Tinder.

Little Did Grace know that 26-year-old Jesse Kempson was not all that he seemed to be behind his friendly Tinder messages .

Infact underneath his charming likeable exterior, the man she was about to meet was hiding many dark, violent fantasies that would ultimately lead to the end of Grace’s life…

In today’s case we highlight the dangers of meeting people through online dating and just how easy it can be to hide one’s predatory tendencies behind an online profile.

And no matter how safe of a country you are in or how small the chance might be to come across one , there are still monsters hiding amongst us. Even in what we may believe are the safest of countries …

This is episode 92, A Date With Death:

The Tragic Murder Of Grace Millane.

Crime talk timestamp: 8:55

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It was the evening of July 14th 2001 when 27 year old Joanne Lees and her boyfriend 28 year old Peter Falconio were driving their camper van down the Stuart highway , which is situated in one of the most remote and dangerous parts of Australia.

The pair had been enjoying travelling around the world and were excited to explore Australia and their future plans ahead of them .

That is until they noticed some headlights following behind them in the dark ..

After pulling over to see what this person in the vehicle wanted, a loud gunshot rings out in the darkness and before Joanne has time to think the man launches himself on her and ties her up …

What follows is a terrifying and shocking story that has had people across the world questioning Joanne’s version of events, despite some corroborating evidence, & even after Peters killer Bradley Murdoch was finally caught & charged with his murder .

The horrific ordeal Joanne & Peter were subjected to in the Outback that night has left a devastated family mourning their missing, presumed murdered son Peter Falconio

who has never been seen alive again.

Tragically to this day the whereabouts of his body remains unknown …..

This is episode 91

‘Horror In The Outback: The Murder Of Peter Falconio ‘

Crime talk timestamp: 10:41

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In today’s case we explore how the powerful strength of a mother’s love combined with her resilience , stoicism & courage allowed one woman to fight for the justice her beloved daughter so deserved.

22 year old Julie Hogg was tragically found murdered in her own home in Billingham County Durham in November 1989.

Her death left behind a young son & her distraught mother Ann Ming who had to watch as Julie’s killer laughed about the fact he had gotten away with her murder as he walked away from court a free man …

Ann Ming MBEs refusal to give up in the face of this adversity gave Julie, along with many other victims of violent crime, a voice when their own could no longer be heard .

Proving she is a one woman powerhouse of determination her endless 17 year campaign for justice for Julie resulted in the UK finally changing an 800 year old double jeopardy law.

A law that had long allowed criminals like Dunlop to slip away from justice & walk free.

But thanks to Ann that is no longer the case .

Now killers like Dunlop Along with many others can now face the full weight of the law & have been duly punished for their horrific crimes, even if in the past they had already been found not guilty, all thanks to the reforming of the double jeopardy law ….and leading Ann to be appointed an MBE for services to the criminal justice system.

Today we discuss how she refused to give up , & persevered for years despite suffering from PTSD & experiencing the most painful trauma a human can go through .

Ann still had the unbreakable strength to fight for what she believed in.

Her incredible crusade created legal history that continues to positively impact Britain & means Julie’s memory & legacy will live on forever ….

Crime talk timestamp: 11:45

This is episode 90

A Mothers Fight For Justice: The Case Of Julie Hogg

Sources: Wikipedia , Justice For Julie By Ann Ming, BBC News, The Guardian, Real Crime Documentary, The Northern Echo

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On march 16th 1984 a man named Gary Plauche was awaiting an arrival at the metropolitan airport in Baton Rouge Louisiana .

But this was not to be a joyful reunion, or a long awaited homecoming like you’d usually expect to see at the airport …

Instead Plauche was donning a disguise inside a phone booth in preparation to seek revenge on his 11 year old son Jody’s kidnapper & abuser.

Plauche was planning the ultimate revenge of all for 25 year old Jeff Doucet, an act witnessed by news crews & police, as he openly aimed his gun and shot dead the man whom he believed stole his son’s innocence .

But in a turn of events , Plauches actions led him to becoming not a criminal in the public eye but instead, something of a hero to most of those who heard his story .

The story of how a father’s love for his child & instinct to protect them at all costs ended in him taking another man’s life .

This complex & truly sad case raises the question - how far would you go to protect the ones you love , especially your children ?

When does the killing of another man become justified in a nations eyes ?

And who should be allowed to decide the penalty abusers should pay for their crimes ? Where is the line between someone becoming a vigilante or acting as a true hero …?

This is episode 89

Father Of The Year Or Vigilante Killer?

The Story Of Jody & Gary Plauche

Crime talk timestamp: 13:00

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