It’s Murder in Merseyside

In June 2003, 23-year-old Shaun Higgins was stabbed and left to die outside a flat on Chirkdale Street in Walton, Liverpool. Two decades later, his killer has never been found — and his family are still waiting for justice.

In this episode of It’s Murder in Merseyside, we revisit the scene, explore the rumours, and unpack why this case — like so many others in Merseyside — has faded from public view.

Through reconstructed voice clips, atmospheric sound design, and carefully researched storytelling, we bring Shaun’s story back into the light.

If you know anything about Shaun Higgins’ death, please contact Merseyside Police or Crimestoppers anonymously.

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Note: This episode is based on a case that reflects broader patterns of underreported and unsolved violence in Merseyside. We are currently working to verify source details, and any updates or corrections will be shared in future episodes.

In August 1994, 23-year-old Julie Finley was found murdered in a field near Rainford, St Helens—naked, bruised, and discarded. Her final moments remain a mystery, and despite DNA evidence and renewed appeals, her killer has never been brought to justice.

In this episode of It’s Murder in Merseyside, we revisit Julie’s final hours, explore the details of the crime, and look at the ongoing efforts to solve her case nearly three decades on. Who was Julie, and why has her murder remained unsolved for so long?

This is a story of a life lost, and a voice that still deserves to be heard.