In this episode of Crimetime Inc., we delve into the heartbreaking case of nine-year-old Charlise Mutten, who went missing from the idyllic Wildenstein Estate in the Blue Mountains, Australia, in January 2022. Initially reported as a disappearance, the case escalated to a murder investigation when Charlise's body was found in a barrel near the Colo River. The investigation quickly focused on Justin Stein, Charlise's mother's fiancé, whose digital trail of evidence revealed a calculated attempt to dispose of her body. The episode explores the troubled pasts of Charlise's mother, Calista Mutten, and Justin Stein, highlighting how their histories of drug abuse and crime intertwined to create a dangerous environment for Charlise. The narrative examines Stein's manipulative behavior, both during the crime and the investigation, and his ultimate conviction and life sentence without parole. The episode also discusses the emotional impact on Charlise's family, the law enforcement challenges, and the broader societal issues such as child protection, addiction, and the legal system's role in addressing crimes against children. Join us as we uncover the layers of deception and tragedy in this deeply unsettling case, and reflect on the importance of safeguarding our children.

00:00 Introduction to the Tragic Case of Charlise Mutten

00:13 The Idyllic Setting Turns Dark

00:18 Charlise's Disappearance and Discovery

00:42 Suspicions and Relationships

01:43 The Investigation Unfolds

03:09 The Trial of Justin Stein

05:05 Legal and Social Implications

08:37 The Impact on Families and Investigators

09:40 Reflections on Child Protection and Justice

13:07 Conclusion and Call to Action

About Crime Time Inc.

Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.

This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.

Hosted by former detectives Simon and Tom, with experience in both the UK and the United States, including time working alongside the FBI, the show strips away sensationalism to explain how crime and justice really work.

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