Uncovering the Brutal 1878 Limerick Dung Heap Murder
News of the Times Episode 445 | 1878
Today, we journey back to Limerick in 1878, where a gruesome discovery shocks the community. What begins as routine labour for two workers takes a horrifying turn when they unearth the remains of a child buried beneath a dung heap. But the horror doesn’t end there — within hours, they make an even more disturbing find: the decomposing body of a woman hidden in the very same pile.
As the investigation unfolds, secrets emerge, connections are revealed, and the case takes a startling twist. Who were these victims? What led to their tragic fate? And how did a man with no apparent ties to the crime become entangled in its dark revelations?
Join us as we unravel one of Ireland’s most chilling cases and uncover the shocking verdict that stunned the nation.
And stay tuned until the end for a fascinating look at a legendary omen of doom—the Black Pig of Irish folklore.
Hosted by Robin Coles.

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