Summary

This episode we delve into the tragic story of Grace Mullane, a young British woman who was murdered while traveling in New Zealand. We discuss her background, travels, and the events leading up to her disappearance. We explore the investigation that followed, focusing on Jesse Kempson, the man charged with her murder. The episode covers the trial, the verdict, and the impact of Grace's story on society, particularly regarding safety and domestic violence awareness.

Keywords

Grace Mullane, Jesse Kempson, true crime, New Zealand, murder case, podcast, crime stories, investigation, trial, domestic violence

Links and other sources

The Lie: The Murder of Grace Millane - Netflix Documentary

⁠Grace Millane Trial: Closing Arguments⁠ - The Gaudian

⁠Grace Millane Murder: Rough Sex Defence Questioned⁠ - The Huffington Post

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Chapters

00:00 The Life of Grace Mullane

16:13 Grace's Journey to New Zealand

19:27 The Disappearance of Grace Mullane

22:16 The Investigation Begins

25:26 CCTV Footage and Key Evidence

28:10 The Date with Jesse Kempson

31:27 The Aftermath of the Date

34:19 Who is Jesse Kempson?

37:31 Jesse's Troubled Past

40:21 The Police Interrogation

43:14 The Search for Grace

49:55 Unraveling Lies: The Investigation Begins

52:45 CCTV Footage: A Timeline of Suspicion

56:12 The Tinder Date: A Disturbing Encounter

01:03:12 Confessions and Contradictions: The Accused's Story

01:07:50 The Trial: Consent and Misinterpretation

01:14:26 The Verdict: Justice for Grace

01:22:01 Legacy of Love: Remembering Grace