Midlands Murder Files

In this episode, we explore the tragic murder of Roger Pratt, a retired businessman from Warwickshire whose dream sailing adventure ended in violence off the coast of St Lucia. Join us as we retrace the couple’s final voyage, uncover the terrifying night masked intruders came aboard their yacht, and follow Margaret Pratt’s extraordinary seven-year fight to secure justice for her beloved husband.

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In this episode, we revisit the shocking murder of Craig Hodson-Walker, a young postmaster’s son who gave his life defending his family and their village shop in Fairfield, Worcestershire. As detectives pieced together a complex trail of CCTV, forensics and witness accounts, the truth about a ruthless gang from Birmingham would come to light — and justice would finally catch up with them.

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In this episode, we uncover the chilling murder of Stuart Ludlam, a beloved taxi driver who vanished during an ordinary shift in September 2009. As investigators raced to piece together his final journey, a disturbing trail emerged — involving anonymous calls, a remote railway station, and a killer with no clear motive. Join us as we explore the complex and unsettling case that left the Derbyshire community in shock and raised haunting questions about the dangers of crossing paths with a stranger.

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In this episode, we examine the tragic murder of 17-year-old Heather Tell, a talented young dancer from Tamworth whose bright future was cruelly stolen. As police raced to find her killer, the investigation uncovered disturbing patterns, led to an extensive suspect pool, and relied on both forensic breakthroughs and key witness testimony to finally bring a dangerous predator to justice. Join us as we follow the painstaking search for answers in a case that left a lasting mark on the Tamworth community.

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In this harrowing episode, we delve into the tragic murder of Mia Ayliffe-Chung, a young British backpacker whose life was cut short in a horrific attack in Australia. Join us as we uncover the chilling details of the crime, explore the life of the victim, and examine the disturbing mind of her killer.

This episode was originally released on our Patreon feed in August 2024.

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In this episode, we examine the high-profile case that captured national attention following a fatal crash on the A46 in Leicestershire. At the centre of it all was a social media influencer, an escalating plot of blackmail and deception, and two young men who lost their lives in the most harrowing of circumstances. Join us as we explore how an obsession with image and status fed into a deadly chain of events — and the far-reaching impact still felt by the families of Saqib Hussain and Hashim Ijazuddin.

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In this episode, we explore the deeply unsettling case of Janet Mason, a much-loved mother and grandmother from Worcester whose life was cruelly taken within the walls of her own family home. We follow the events that led to an unimaginable act, the call that brought emergency services to the scene, and the complex courtroom questions surrounding mental health and intent. Join us as we examine the investigation, the anguish of those left behind, and the painful impact of a crime that tore through three generations of one family.

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In this episode, we examine the heartbreaking case of Megan Newborough, a kind and hardworking young woman from Nuneaton whose life was tragically cut short just as a new relationship began. We trace the events leading up to her sudden disappearance, the disturbing truth uncovered by investigators, and the calculated efforts to cover up an unthinkable crime. Join us as we explore the search for justice, the grief of a devastated family, and the enduring legacy of a young woman taken far too soon.

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In this episode, we uncover the brutal murder of Philip Rolph, a much-loved father and grandfather whose life was tragically cut short on a quiet street in Chelmsley Wood. Discover how a complex and toxic relationship led to a calculated act of violence. Join us as we explore the events leading up to the attack, the damning digital trail left behind, and the police investigation that exposed the truth.

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In this episode, we uncover the heartbreaking story of Sarah Henshaw, a devoted mother from Ilkeston, whose sudden disappearance left her family desperate for answers. We delve into the troubling events leading up to that fateful night, the relentless investigation that exposed a chilling betrayal, and the fight for justice that followed. Join us as we piece together Sarah’s final moments and examine the devastating impact of a life stolen too soon.

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