In the heart of Edinburgh’s Tron Square, a harrowing tale unfolded where George Robertson, fuelled by unresolved anger and accusations, unleashed a brutal attack on his family. This episode was a listener request from Steven, who also features on this episode due to his own family’s link to the Robertson family. Promo by Hands off my Podast SOURCES…

Trigger Warning – This episode covers the topic of child murders. In Scotland, from 2016 to 2021, females accounted for 9% of homicide accusations. In this episode we tell you about two women, who, in different times and for very different reasons, harmed and murdered very young children; Jean Barclay Waddell in 1961 and Mary Ann Anderson in 1891. …

In April 1981, 74-year-old Eliza Connelly was found dead in her home in a quiet residential area in Broughty Ferry in Dundee. She had 12 wounds to her head, two on her hands, fractured ribs, and blood was found everywhere from the floor to the ceiling. The initial assumption was murder, but with no evidence or witnesses, an accidental death theory …

This week Dawn gets to sit back for this away episode, as Effie from the podcast Mums, Mysteries and Murder tells her about the Scottish Murderer, 20 year old Jason Downie, who, in November 2010, brutally murdered 16-year-old Chantelle Rowe, and her father Andrew and mother Rose at their house near Adelaide in Australia. What could have led Jason D…

In 1959, teenagers James Denovan and Anthony Miller devised a scheme to rob homosexual men in Queen’s Park Recreation Ground in Glasgow. They exploited the fact that homosexuality was illegal, knowing their victims would be unlikely to report the crimes. This continued until April 1960, when one of their victims, John Cremin, was killed. Initially,…

In this episode Dawn is joined by some members of the Darkcast Network to talk about what ethics in podcasting means to them. So, join Aurora from Burnt Marshmallows, DJ from Mythical True Crime, Regina from Disturbing Interests, Jasmine from Hands Off My Podcast and Darkcast Network Founder and host of the podcast Beyond The Rainbow to listen to t…

TRIGGER WARNING – This episode covers the subject of child abuse, so listener discretion is strongly advised. Part Four: The final part of Moira Anderson's story, but would she finally receive justice? SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/moiraanderson SHOW: Support Us: ko-fi.com…

In Part One we told you all about the life of Andrew Cunanan leading up to the murders. In Part Two, we tell you about the murders and give you some background on each one of his victims. We may never know the true motive behind why Andrew took the lives of five innocent people, but what we do know, is that they deserve to be remembered and they de…

When people hear the name Andrew Cunanan, most people think of the murder of Gianni Versace, but Gianni was not Andrew's only victim. In Part 1 we discuss Andrew's life growing up, and some key players in this horrific case. Andrew Cunanan was wicked smart, charismatic, and ridiculously handsome, and he could have had it all until he threw it all a…

TRIGGER WARNING – This episode covers the subject of child abuse, so listener discretion is strongly advised. Part Three: Sandra Brown's journey to try and get justice for her cousins and Moira Anderson continues. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/moiraanderson SHOW: Support U…

Peter Graham was found outside a neighbours home, collapsed on the pavement and covered in blood. Was this an Accident or an Attack? SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/petergraham SHOW: Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders Merch - teepubli…

TRIGGER WARNING – Spooky Episode - DO listen alone and in the dark!!! This Halloween Special episode will feature a story by Dawn called Christian's Coven, as well as hear some personal spooky ghost stories from Scottish Murders Listeners; Tara, Gordon and Amy, and from Yvonne and David from The Scottish Ghost Company. Thank you to everyone for tak…

While we will be releasing our own Spooky Episode for Halloween tomorrow, here's a bonus episode of stories from the hosts of the Darkcast Network. We hope you enjoy! CREDITS: Host: Amber Weird True Crime Podcast Stories: Decorations Gone Deadly by Ash and Jordan from Creepy Tapas Sleepy Hollow and Yellow Fever by Jackie from Cause of Death 100 Sec…

TRIGGER WARNING – This episode covers the subject of child abuse, so listener discretion is strongly advised. Sandra Brown's journey to try and get justice for Moira Anderson leads to many revelations; but would it be enough to uncover Moira's murderer? SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.co…

TRIGGER WARNING – This episode covers the subject of child abuse, so listener discretion is strongly advised. 11 year old Moira Anderson disappeared on the afternoon of Saturday the 23rd of February 1957 in a blizzard, and her case is officially unsolved. However, on a cold wintery evening, 35 years later, a tense conversation led to a startling re…

In the part four, the final part, of our serial victims episodes, for now, we tell you about a potential suspect in Tracey Wylde’s case, but was it the right man, and if she, along with the remaining unresolved/unsolved sex worker murders, would receive justice. SOURCES:Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmu…

In Part Two former FBI Special Agent, Author of the books Stop the Killing and How To Talk About Guns With Anyone, and co-host of the Stop the Killing podcast, Katherine Schweit, talks about why banning guns from America will never happen, how media coverage of shootings can influence further shootings, and how we can help Stop The Killing. Find ou…

In today's episode I welcome to the podcast Katherine Schweit, a former FBI Special Agent, Author of the book Stop the Killing, co-host of the Stop the Killing podcast, and so much more. Find out more about Katherine and her book and podcast, as well as Katherine's goal to help everyday people like me and you to Stop the Killing. Find out more abou…

In Part Three we tell you about the final sex worker to be murdered in Glasgow, and we find out if Jacqueline Gallagher finally receives justice when someone is arrested and charged with her murder. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/serialvictims Listen to Real Podcast - https…

By February 1998, seven Glasgow sex workers had been found dead, many brutally attacked, leaving Glasgow sex workers fearing for their lives. While police continued to state that there was nothing so far linking the deaths and that a serial killer was not at work, others had begun to wonder if this was in fact the case, with one newspaper posing th…

It may be the oldest profession, but it is also one of the most deadly, was a statement in an article in the Glasgow Times, after the body of an eighth sex worker in Glasgow was found, after these very vulnerable women had been working in fear for their lives for over a decade. Was there a serial killer stalking and killing these women, or were the…

A seemingly ordinary day for Diane Watson, a bright and popular pupil at Whitehill Secondary School in Glasgow, would turn to tragedy following an altercation with a fellow pupil which twisted into a narrative that would shatter her families lives even more. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurde…

A cowardly murder, insufficient media attention, lack of resources and silent witnesses, made for a devastating combination to a family simply trying to get justice. If you have any information relating to this or any other case, contact; Police Scotland on 101 and quote incident number EB06340802 of 28 August 2002 or Crimestoppers UK anonymously o…

Following us attending CrimeCon in London, where we attended many sessions, including one called The Colour of Missing, where we heard Evidence Joel talk about her 19 year old son Richard Okorogheye going missing and her subsequent fight to get the police to recognise that Richard was in fact a high risk missing person, not a low risk as they had c…

In a change to our normal episode, this week we chat with bestselling Scottish author Denzil Meyrick about his latest book, No Sweet Sorrow, and his DCI Daley series of books thus far and what's coming up, and much more. denzilmeyrick.com facebook.com/DenzilMeyrickAuthor twitter.com/Lochlomonden SHOW: Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders Patreon -…

It was Saturday the 19th March 2016 and the start time at 15 year old Paige Doherty's part-time hairdressing job came and went with no sign of Paige. So where was she? SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/paigedoherty/ SHOW: Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders Patreon - patreon…

Part One: In part one we told of the brutal murder of 16 year old Michael Brown and the ensuing hunt for his killer, 23 year old Alexander Edmonstone, ending with Edinburgh police rushing to meet the train from Perth that Alexander was suspected of being on, only to find that no one matching his description alighted from the train. In part two we’l…

Part One: 16 year old Michael stepped off the tram carrying the money he had just withdrawn at the bank, and made his way down the steep brae of School Wynd towards the linen manufacturers located at the seafront where he worked. However, unbeknownst to Michael he wouldn’t be completing this journey. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source m…

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses suicide and features some strong language, so listener discretion is advised. When Margaret and Nicola McDonough were found with severe and critical wounds, and sadly later died, few could have suspected the truly shocking reason behind what had led to their deaths. Promo for The Cyber Helpline and Rogue Pla…

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses suicide and topics some listeners may find distressing, so listener discretion is advised. Aberdeen 1966 – John McCabe returned home from sea and made his way to stay with his family, not realising just what horrors lay in wait. Dundee – 1965 – Upon Margaret Lundie’s children leaving home for the day, an une…

Scottish Murders Introduces Rogue Darkness hosted by Raven. In this episode Raven delves into the eerie case of the infamous “Wicked Witch of Monroe”, Hanna Cranna, whose powers were said to bring fear into the hearts of many within the small Connecticut town. Please see website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/epis…

In this episode we tell of any updates that have occurred regarding the episodes we have covered thus far. From the new information released regarding the George Murdoch murder to a podcast that has delved further into discovering the Unknown Bairn's identity. Promo for Beyond The Rainbow Podcast SOURCES: Please see our website for all source mater…

On 12 November 1976, 36 year old Renee MacRae and her three year old son, Andrew, left Inverness for a trip to visit Renee’s sister. About 10pm that evening Renee’s car was discovered ablaze in a lay-by 12 miles outside of Inverness, Renee and Andrew had vanished. Despite many years of searching Renee and Andrew have never been found, and the case …

Join the podcast hosts of the Darkcast Network for a collection of true crime and paranormal stories. Our Valentine gift to you. Thank you for your continued support of the Darkcast Network shows. In part two there are stories from; Autumn from Autumn’s Oddities Ash and Jordan from Creepy Tapas Keely from Misty Mysteries Jamey and Josh from Paranor…

On 12 November 1976, 36 year old Renee MacRae and her three year old son, Andrew, left Inverness for a trip to visit Renee’s sister. About 10pm that evening Renee’s car was discovered ablaze in a lay-by 12 miles outside of Inverness, Renee and Andrew had vanished. Despite many years of searching Renee and Andrew have never been found, and the case …

Join the podcast hosts of the Darkcast Network for a collection of true crime and paranormal stories. Our Valentine gift to you. Thank you for your continued support of the Darkcast Network shows. In part one there are stories from; Laura and Gill from Crime Divers Jackie from Cause of Death 100 Seconds to Midnight Molly and Cody from Over The Fenc…

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains gruesome and graphic details, so listener discretion is advised. 59 year old Sister Josephine was so kind and well thought of in the community, so why would anyone want to attack her so severely that the injuries she sustained resembled those seen in traffic accident victims. Promo for Smoke Filled Rooms SOUR…

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode talks about crimes against children, so listener discretion is advised. Six year old Pauline McIver would never have expected that going to play at her friend’s house would have such a shocking outcome. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/pauline-m…

Restaurant owner Kazi Ahmad was on his way home a happy man having won at the local casino, however, Kazi’s luck was just about to run out. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/kazi-ahmad/ SHOW: Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders Merch - t…

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode talks about crimes against children, so listener discretion is advised. Ten year old Andrea Hedger left her family home to walk the short distance to her school, but she never arrived. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/andreahedger/ SHOW: Support…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Scottish Murders, Stefanie from Scottish & Scared and The Scottish Ghost Company joined together for a ghost hunt at Bannockburn House. Find out how we got on. Promotion/Ad for The Scottish Ghost Company https://www.thescottishghostcompany.co.uk/ CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at h…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Mini interview with Max, Tom and Abi from What is...? and Max and Tom from Terrible Music. Promotion/Ad for https://spellboundcaithness.co.uk/ CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/what-is-interview/ SHOW NOTES: What is...? Instagram: https://www.in…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Story Episode Two with Tom and Max from Terrible Music, Emma from Bru and Crispies, Tara a friend and listener of Scottish Murders, and featuring Derik from Storytellers. CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/story-episode-two/ SHOW NOTES: Special T…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Interview with Satsunami from Chatsunami Promotion/Ad for https://www.scottishbanner.com/ CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/chatsunami/ SHOW NOTES: Chatsunami: Website: https://www.podpage.com/chatsunami/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cha…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Crime Divers - The Black Widow Episode CREDITS: Please see our website for all credits at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/the-black-widow/ SHOW NOTES: Instagram - crime_divers_pod Twitter - DiversPod Email - crime_divers_pod@outlook.com YouTube - CrimeDivers Podcast TikTok - crimediverspodcast If you would like …

Scottish Collaboration Presents Mini interview with Nicky and Greg from The Culture Swally Promotion/Ad for https://www.adventuresaroundscotland.com CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/goatfell/ SHOW NOTES: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cultureswallypod Twitter https://twi…

Scottish Collaboration Presents Story Episode One with Tony from Scottish Memories, Stefanie from Scottish & Scared and Greg from The Culture Swally, and featuring Derik from Storytellers. CREDITS: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/story-episode-one/ SHOW NOTES: Special Thank You to De…

In 1889, two men on holiday on the Isle of Arran climbed Goatfell Mountain, however, only one came down alive. What actually happened on the mountain is still a mystery to this day, was it an accident or was it murder? SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/goatfell/ SHOW: Support …

21 year old Henry Burnett sat alone in his prison cell contemplating his death sentence. He had been so sure that he would have secured a reprieve following a petition being started, however, as the execution date got closer, he was beginning to wonder if he had judged this very wrong. Promo by Beyond the Rainbow Podcast SOURCES: Please see our web…

Trigger warning, in this episode there’s some strong language, mentions of suicide and executions, discussions around sexual acts regarding animals that some people may find upsetting and adult themes, so listener discretion is strongly advised. Major Thomas Weir not only had a distinguished military career but upon his retirement and move to the p…