Gavin Plumb: The Holly Willoughby Kidnap Plot | True CrimeIn this episode of True Crime Dissected, we examine the disturbing case of Gavin Plumb and the plot to kidnap, rape, and murder television presenter Holly Willoughby.Plumb was convicted in 2024 of soliciting murder and encouraging or assisting others to commit kidnap and rape. The court heard that he had spent years planning the attack, researching Willoughby, and acquiring items including restraints, a knife, and chloroform.His plans were uncovered after he communicated online with a person he believed could help him, who was actually an undercover police officer. Information was passed to authorities, leading to Plumb's arrest in October 2023.Plumb was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years. In 2025, the Court of Appeal rejected his attempt to reduce the sentence.This episode examines the investigation, the evidence presented at trial, the undercover operation, and the court proceedings surrounding the case.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes. It does not glorify violence or the perpetrator.18 Tags:Gavin Plumb, Gavin Plumb case, Holly Willoughby, Holly Willoughby case, Holly Willoughby kidnap plot, Gavin Plumb true crime, Gavin Plumb trial, Gavin Plumb investigation, Holly Willoughby true crime, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, British true crime, UK true crime, kidnap plot, criminal investigation, true crime documentary, Holly Willoughby investigation, Gavin Plumb prison

A Wife’s Worst Nightmare: The Murder of Helen Bailey | True CrimeIn this episode of True Crime Dissected, we examine the murder of British children’s author Helen Bailey and the investigation that followed her disappearance in 2016.Helen Bailey disappeared from her home in Royston, Hertfordshire, in April 2016. Her fiancé, Ian Stewart, reported her missing and initially claimed that she had left home. Months later, police discovered Bailey’s remains hidden in a cesspit beneath the property, along with the remains of her dog, Boris.The episode explores the evidence presented at trial, the financial motive identified by the prosecution, Stewart’s attempts to conceal what had happened, and the investigation that ultimately led to his conviction for murder in 2017. He was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 34 years.We also examine how the case later led authorities to re-investigate the 2010 death of Stewart’s first wife, Diane Stewart. In 2022, Ian Stewart was convicted of her murder as well.This episode is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, based on publicly available evidence, court proceedings, and official records.18 Tags:Helen Bailey, Helen Bailey murder, Helen Bailey case, Helen Bailey true crime, Ian Stewart, Ian Stewart murder, Helen Bailey investigation, Helen Bailey documentary, British true crime, UK true crime, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, murder investigation, Diane Stewart, Ian Stewart case, criminal investigation, financial motive murder, True Crime Dissected

A Deadly Affair: The Murder of Samantha Eastwood | True CrimeIn this episode of True Crime Dissected, we examine the murder of Samantha Eastwood, a 28-year-old midwife from Staffordshire whose disappearance in July 2018 led to a major police investigation.Samantha had been involved in a relationship with Michael Stirling, the brother-in-law of her former fiancé. Stirling later pleaded guilty to her murder and admitted killing her during an argument. He then attempted to conceal her death and mislead Samantha’s family by sending messages from her phone.The episode explores the relationship, the events surrounding Samantha’s disappearance, the investigation, Stirling’s confession, and the evidence that ultimately led to his conviction.We also examine how investigators uncovered the deception and the impact the case had on Samantha’s family and the wider community.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, based on publicly reported information and court proceedings.18 Tags:Samantha Eastwood, Samantha Eastwood murder, Samantha Eastwood case, Samantha Eastwood true crime, Michael Stirling, Michael Stirling murder, deadly affair, Samantha Eastwood investigation, Staffordshire true crime, British true crime, UK true crime, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, murder investigation, midwife murder, Samantha Eastwood disappearance, criminal investigation, True Crime Dissected

Jake Davison: The Incel Killer | True CrimeThis episode of True Crime Dissected examines the 2021 Plymouth shooting and the life and online activity of Jake Davison before the attack.On 12 August 2021, Davison killed five people in Keyham, Plymouth, including his mother, Maxine Davison, three-year-old Sophie Martyn, her father Lee Martyn, Stephen Washington, and Kate Shepherd. He also wounded two people before taking his own life.The episode explores the events leading up to the shooting, Davison's interactions with police, his access to a licensed shotgun, and the subsequent investigations into firearms licensing and police decision-making. An IOPC investigation examined how his shotgun and certificate were originally issued and later returned to him.We also examine the public discussion around online misogyny and the term "incel," while distinguishing documented evidence from interpretation and speculation.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes. It does not glorify the perpetrator or the violence.18 Tags:Jake Davison, Jake Davison true crime, Jake Davison Plymouth, Plymouth shooting, Plymouth shooting 2021, Keyham shooting, Jake Davison incel, incel killer, incel violence, Plymouth true crime, British true crime, UK true crime, mass shooting UK, Jake Davison investigation, firearms licensing UK, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, true crime documentary

A CHILLING CONFESSION: “I Should Have Stabbed Him a Bit More” | True CrimeIn this episode, we examine a disturbing criminal case surrounding a chilling confession and the shocking words allegedly spoken after a violent attack.We explore the known timeline, the investigation, the evidence presented in court, and the circumstances surrounding the confession. The episode also examines how investigators worked to establish what happened and how the case developed through the criminal justice system.The focus is on documented facts, court proceedings, and publicly reported evidence, while separating confirmed information from allegations and speculation.This episode is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes. It does not glorify or celebrate violence.18 Tags:chilling confession, true crime, true crime story, murder confession, shocking confession, criminal investigation, murder case, violent crime, crime documentary, true crime documentary, true crime podcast, court case, criminal case, disturbing crime, police investigation, crime investigation, murder investigation, True Crime Dissected

Swedish Hitman Dies During a €500K Murder Mission | True Crime Dissected Podcast – Episode 10In Episode 10 of True Crime Dissected, we examine a disturbing international contract-killing case involving Swedish organized crime and a murder operation in London.The episode explores the killing of Flamur Beqiri on Christmas Eve 2019, the investigation that followed, and the role of Swedish national Anis Hemissi, who was later convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 35 years. Investigators used CCTV, telephone evidence, witness testimony, and other evidence to reconstruct the events.We look at the planning behind the operation, the disguises used during reconnaissance, the international connections surrounding the case, and the mistakes that helped investigators identify those involved.This episode is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, based on publicly reported information and court proceedings.18 Tags:Swedish hitman, Anis Hemissi, Flamur Beqiri, Flamur Beqiri murder, Swedish crime, Swedish gangster, contract killing, hitman true crime, London murder, Battersea murder, organized crime, international crime, gang war, murder investigation, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, British true crime

Who Killed Tupac? Keefe D Convicted After 30 Years | True Crime Dissected Podcast – Episode 11In Episode 11 of True Crime Dissected, we examine the long-running investigation into the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur and the conviction of Duane “Keefe D” Davis nearly three decades later.Tupac was fatally shot in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later. For years, the case remained without a conviction. In 2026, a Nevada jury found Davis guilty of first-degree murder with a deadly weapon for his role in orchestrating the killing.The episode explores the events leading up to the shooting, the investigation, Davis’s statements over the years, the evidence presented at trial, and the prosecution and defense arguments.We also examine why the case remained unresolved for so long and what the conviction means for one of hip-hop’s most closely followed criminal cases.Davis has said he plans to appeal the conviction.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, based on publicly reported information and court proceedings.18 Tags:Tupac Shakur, Tupac murder, Tupac case, Keefe D, Duane Davis, Keefe D convicted, Tupac Shakur murder case, Tupac investigation, Tupac true crime, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, Tupac trial, Keefe D trial, Tupac evidence, Tupac 1996 murder, Las Vegas murder case, hip hop true crime

Psychiatrist Exposes Erin Patterson’s Fatal Mistake | True Crime Dissected Podcast – Episode 12In Episode 12 of True Crime Dissected, we examine the Erin Patterson case and the evidence surrounding the deaths of Don and Gail Patterson and Heather Wilkinson after a fatal family lunch in Victoria, Australia.We explore the investigation, the death cap mushrooms involved, the evidence presented at trial, and the events that led to Patterson’s convictions for three murders and one attempted murder. She was sentenced to life imprisonment with a 33-year non-parole period in September 2025.The episode also examines the psychological and behavioral questions discussed publicly around the case, while separating expert commentary from established facts and courtroom evidence.Patterson has appealed her convictions, while prosecutors have separately appealed her sentence. The Court of Appeal heard both matters in August 2026 and reserved its judgments.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, based on publicly available information and court proceedings.18 Tags:Erin Patterson, Erin Patterson case, Erin Patterson true crime, Erin Patterson trial, Erin Patterson murder, Erin Patterson documentary, Erin Patterson investigation, mushroom murders, mushroom murder case, death cap mushrooms, Australian true crime, Australian murder case, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, Erin Patterson evidence, Erin Patterson appeal, criminal investigation

Psychiatrist Analyzes the Manchester Airport Attackers | True Crime Dissected Podcast – Episode 7In Episode 7 of True Crime Dissected, we examine the Manchester Airport attack of July 2024 and the criminal proceedings that followed.The episode looks at the confrontation involving Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, Muhammad Amaad and police officers at Manchester Airport, including the evidence presented in court, the competing accounts of what happened, and the legal arguments surrounding the incident.We also explore the psychological questions raised by the case, while distinguishing between documented evidence, courtroom testimony, and professional interpretation. The episode does not attempt to diagnose anyone or speculate about mental health beyond what has been publicly established.In 2026, Amaaz was sentenced to three and a half years after being convicted of assaulting two female police officers and a member of the public during the 2024 incident.This podcast is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes, using publicly reported information and court proceedings.18 Tags:Manchester Airport attack, Manchester Airport incident, Manchester Airport case, Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, Muhammad Amaad, Manchester Airport attackers, Manchester Airport true crime, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, UK true crime, British true crime, Manchester Airport investigation, police assault case, Manchester Airport trial, criminal investigation, courtroom case, psychiatrist analyzes criminals, true crime documentary

Lindsay Clancy’s Court Case Explained | True Crime Dissected Podcast – Episode 13, Part 2In Episode 13, Part 2 of True Crime Dissected, we break down the Lindsay Clancy court case and examine the major legal questions surrounding the deaths of her three children.The five-week trial ended in a mistrial on September 4, 2026, after the jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict. Clancy's defense argued that postpartum psychosis left her unable to understand or control her actions, while prosecutors argued that she was criminally responsible for the killings.We examine the evidence presented at trial, the competing arguments over criminal responsibility, the jury deadlock, and the legal issues now facing the court.Following the mistrial, Clancy's attorneys filed motions seeking dismissal of the case and raising questions about the conduct of one juror. Prosecutors have not yet announced whether they will pursue another trial.This episode is presented for commentary, discussion, and educational purposes. It distinguishes documented facts, courtroom testimony, legal arguments, and unresolved issues.18 Tags:Lindsay Clancy, Lindsay Clancy case, Lindsay Clancy trial, Lindsay Clancy court case, Lindsay Clancy explained, Lindsay Clancy true crime, Lindsay Clancy mistrial, Lindsay Clancy verdict, postpartum psychosis, Lindsay Clancy defense, Lindsay Clancy prosecution, True Crime Dissected, true crime podcast, true crime documentary, criminal responsibility, murder trial, Massachusetts true crime, Lindsay Clancy investigation