85 - Monster in the Garage: Patricia Murphy

In May of 1996, a woman's body was found behind a skip in Glasnevin, Dublin city. Late on the 27th, Patricia Murphy had been reported missing from her nearby home.

In order for her family to find justice, however, three of her young children would have to give evidence in court to put the perpetrator away - the monster in the garage. 

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This episode was researched and written by Eileen MacFarlene of the Crimelapse podcast.

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