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“He was interviewed nine times. Survivors named him. And still, he kept killing.”This week on The Guilty Files: ReVisited, Brian and Dani return to one of the most infamous failures in criminal investigation history—the Yorkshire Ripper case. But this isn't a retelling. It's a reckoning.From the fog-soaked streets of 1970s Yorkshire to the modern courtroom of public opinion, this co-hosted episode pulls no punches.Brian dissects the procedural breakdowns, institutional ego, and flawed profiling that allowed Peter Sutcliffe to evade capture—even after survivors identified him by name. Dani peels back the psychological and sociological layers, asking how cultural bias, gendered assumptions, and classism created the perfect storm for a serial predator to hide in plain sight.Along the way, the hosts share their own frontline story—recalling a moment from their careers in Atlanta when a citywide riot left them without leadership or support.The eerie parallels to the command breakdowns in the Ripper investigation? Unmistakable.Inside this episode:How missed leads and media distractions cost livesWhy survivors were ignored—and what that says about who we listen toWhat we still get wrong about “monsters”And how trauma doesn't end with an arrest—it evolves across generationsThis is more than a case file. It's a confrontation with complicity.And just when you think it's over—Brian and Dani ask the ultimate question: What systems are we still clinging to today that we'll one day look back on in shame?
This week on The Guilty Files: Rewired, Dani peels back the crime scene tape and walks us through the psychological, systemic, and social failures that enabled one of the UK's most infamous serial killers: Peter Sutcliffe — better known as the Yorkshire Ripper.But this isn't your average rehash. We go beyond the headlines and get uncomfortably close to the structures that allowed Sutcliffe to remain undetected for years: a police force paralyzed by bias, a media machine obsessed with labeling victims, and a society far too comfortable drawing lines between “innocent” and “fallen” women. Dani challenges the morality baked into the public reaction at the time — and questions whether anything has really changed. He examines how victim blaming, class prejudice, and gendered narratives shaped not only the investigation, but the legacy of the case itself. What if the most dangerous accomplice wasn't Sutcliffe's hammer, but the institutions meant to stop him? Dani doesn't flinch, and he doesn't let you either. This isn't just a story about a serial killer — it's a mirror held up to a system that cracked, shattered, and looked away.
Strap in, we're discussing copycat killers of all kinds! They say there are no original ideas, anymore. First, Benton tells the tragic tale of the murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart. Then, Anna recounts the chilling case of the Yorkshire Ripper, Peter Sutcliffe. Finally, the two watch an episode of Forensic Files, profiling the murders of Eddie Seda.Our TV doc this week is Season 8: Episode 25 of Forensic Files, "Sign of the Zodiac".
In this week's Uncovered episode, Brian takes you deep into the chilling history of one of Britain's most infamous serial killers: Peter Sutcliffe, better known as the Yorkshire Ripper. From 1975 to 1980, Sutcliffe terrorized Northern England with a string of brutal murders that left entire communities gripped with fear. But this episode isn't just about the crimes—it's about the systemic failures, missed opportunities, and the cultural landscape that allowed a killer to slip through the cracks time and time again.Brian unpacks the timeline of Sutcliffe's violent spree, dissecting the official investigations, the missteps by law enforcement, and the media frenzy that fueled public hysteria. With a law enforcement background of his own, Brian brings insight into how biases and assumptions—particularly toward the victims—delayed justice and cost lives.We revisit the women behind the headlines—mothers, daughters, workers, students—whose stories were too often overshadowed by the mythology of the Ripper himself.This isn't about glorifying the killer. It's about holding up a lens to the society that failed to stop him. With exclusive details, a grounded historical lens, and a no-nonsense approach to the uncomfortable truths behind one of Britain's darkest chapters, this episode lays the foundation for the week's deeper exploration into psychology, victim impact, and institutional accountability.Listen to the full episode and be sure to follow us for Wednesday's “ReWired” analysis with Dani, where we unravel the psychological profile and lasting societal scars of the case. Then come back Friday for the co-hosted “Revisited” discussion, where Brian and Dani dig even deeper into what we've learned—and what history still refuses to face.Subscribe now and don't miss a case file.This is The Guilty Files: True Crime Uncovered.
Between 1975 and 1980, at least 13 women were murdered in Yorkshire, England, spurring on one of the biggest manhunts the UK had ever seen. Eventually, Peter Sutcliffe was captured. Who was he? Who were his victims? And how did he remain on the loose for so long?
This episode is sponsored in part by Betterhelp. What do serial killers, cult leaders, and domestic abusers have in common? According to criminal behavior analyst Laura Richards, quite a lot. In this powerful conversation, Laura explains the concept of coercive control—the psychological abuse tactic often at the core of these crimes—and how it plays out across intimate relationships, cults, and high-profile cases. Laura spent a decade at New Scotland Yard investigating rape, murder, and abduction. She went on to found the Homicide Prevention Unit and Paladin, the world's first national stalking advocacy service. Her work helped reduce the murder rate in the UK by 58 percent and led to coercive control being criminalized there. Now, she's fighting for similar legal reforms in the U.S. In Part 1 of our conversation, Laura offers insight into the behaviors and warning signs she sees in the cases of Gabby Petito, Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, “Dirty” John Meehan, British serial killer Peter Sutcliffe, Larry Ray (of the Sarah Lawrence cult case), and NXIVM's Keith Raniere. This episode gives you a new lens for spotting red flags—and a deeper understanding of how abusers manipulate power and control, so major trigger warning for sexual assault, murder, and domestic violence this week. For more, check out Laura's podcasts Crime Analyst and Real Crime Profile, find her on IG @laurarichards999 or visit thelaurarichards.com. Also… let it be known that: The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources Watch Sarah's TEDTalk CREDITS: Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Amphibian.Media Writer & Co-Creator: Jess Tardy Associate producers: Amanda Zaremba and Matt Stroud of Amphibian.Media Audio production: Red Caiman Studios Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin
Send us a textEpisode 185For nearly six years, the Yorkshire Ripper terrorized the north of England. Thirteen women murdered, seven more brutally attacked. And for much of that time, the man leading the hunt was George Oldfield—one of Britain's most respected detectives.But this is not just the story of a killer. It is the story of a mistake, one that cost lives and shattered reputations.In 1979, with the public gripped by fear and the investigation at a standstill, a package arrived at West Yorkshire Police. Inside was a cassette tape, its contents chilling. A man with a heavy Wearside accent taunted the police, mocking their failure to catch him, signing off with a sinister warning:"I'm Jack. I see you're still having no luck catching me.'' Tick, tock, tick, tock.Oldfield was convinced. This was their man. The Ripper. For months, the full force of British policing turned its attention to the Northeast, ignoring leads that pointed elsewhere. And while they searched for a phantom, Peter Sutcliffe kept killing.This is the story of how a hoaxer fooled the police, how an entire investigation was derailed, and how George Oldfield, a man who gave everything to catch a monster, became the case's 14th victim.Download Here https://www.buzzsprout.com/259571/episodes/16778207-george-oldfield-the-14th-victim.mp3?download=trueSupport the showInsta@justpassingthroughpodcastContact:justpassingthroughpodcast@gmail.com
FROM THE VAULT: Today we delve into the chilling case of Peter Sutcliffe, the man who terrorised northern England as the Yorkshire Ripper. Between 1975 and 1980, Sutcliffe brutally murdered 13 women and attacked 7 others, evading capture for years as fear gripped the region. His crimes exposed deep flaws in the police investigation, leading to one of the most infamous manhunts in British history. How did Sutcliffe evade justice for so long? What were the mistakes that allowed him to continue his reign of terror?
How Richard McCann found peace after his mother's murder by Peter Sutcliffe. At just 5 years old, Richard's life was shattered when his mother was brutally murdered by the serial killer known as the Yorkshire Ripper. In the aftermath, Richard endured further hardship, including a difficult home life and personal struggles with drugs and incarceration. Yet, through it all, Richard managed not only to survive, but to ultimately find the courage to forgive his mother's killer, liberating himself in the process. Richard's journey of forgiveness was deeply influenced by the teachings of figures like Desmond Tutu, who emphasised the liberating power of forgiveness, even in the face of the most heinous acts. We discuss · Richard's story and journey of forgiveness · His insights on the importance of acceptance, forgiveness and resilience · The ripple effect of Richard's story and message, and how it has impacted countless lives · Richard's belief in spiritual interconnectedness and the role of synchronicity in his life Links: · Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmccann · Learn more about Richard's work: https://richardmccann.co.uk/ The paperback edition of my book, Champion Thinking: Get Out of Your Own Way, Find Your Peak Performance, is now available. Published by Bloomsbury, the link is here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book 'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN 'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED
Peter Sutcliffe, dubbed the Yorkshire Ripper in the press, attacked woman after woman with a hammer and a knife (and sometimes also a screwdriver), primarily in West Yorkshire, England, from 1969 to 1980. Murdering 13 women between 1975 and 1980, he left many other women alive but badly battered and traumatized. The search to find one of England's most heinous serial killers became the largest manhunt in British history. And I share the whole crazy story today. Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch.
On June 7, 1972, 14-year-old Judith Roberts left home on her bicycle and never returned. Her body was discovered later that evening, sparking a murder investigation that would grip the nation.In the years that followed, the case took an unexpected turn, leading to a controversial conviction and, decades later, a shocking reversal that left more questions than answers.To this day, the identity of Judith's killer remains a mystery. Some have even speculated that Peter Sutcliffe may have been involved, though her murder was never included among his known victims.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies!Social Media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersTikTok | @britishmurdersPrivate Facebook Group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupWebsite:britishmurders.comDo you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contactIntro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On June 7, 1972, 14-year-old Judith Roberts left home on her bicycle and never returned. Her body was discovered later that evening, sparking a murder investigation that would grip the nation. In the years that followed, the case took an unexpected turn, leading to a controversial conviction and, decades later, a shocking reversal that left more questions than answers. To this day, the identity of Judith's killer remains a mystery. Some have even speculated that Peter Sutcliffe may have been involved, though her murder was never included among his known victims. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music: David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet' davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Στην Αγγλία, τα κακόφημα σοκάκια του Sheffield φωτίζονται από φανάρια στο χρώμα του αίματος. Αναμέσά τους παραμονεύει μια σαδιστική σκιά, έτοιμη να σπείρει τον πανικό και τον τρόμο. Για πέντε χρόνια, οι δρόμοι βάφονται στο αίμα. Για πέντε χρόνια, η κόλαση θα πάρει μαζί της 13 αθώες ψυχές.
In this episode, Simon and Tom share a lively discussion on various cold cases, providing their insights and experiences from their time in the police service. Simon reflects on his chilly visit to Edinburgh, humorously referred to as 'Mordor' by those from the West, before delving into their recent deep dives into notable crime cases. They cover the infamous Ice Cream Wars, recount their personal experiences with the investigations, and discuss the impact of heroin and gang violence in Scotland during the 1980s. The conversation progresses to the tragic cases of serial killers, including the troubling murders committed by Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, Beverly Allitt's Munchausen's Syndrome by Proxy, and the manipulative predatory actions of Tam Paton. They highlight the challenges faced during these investigations and the advancements in policing methods that emerged as a result, such as the implementation of the HOLMES system. The discussion further covers the impact of social media and press on police investigations. They conclude by recognising the enduring effects of these historic cases on modern policing, the importance of evolving investigation techniques, and the role of rehabilitating offenders. The episode provides a fascinating reflection on how past crimes have shaped contemporary police work and the justice system's continual evolution.00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation00:40 Discussing Homework and Notable Cases01:14 The Ice Cream Wars03:13 Fire Raising and Its Consequences10:13 Tam Paton and the Bay City Rollers20:01 Sheldon Johnston Case22:42 Beverly Allitt and Munchausen's Syndrome24:56 Beverly Allitt: The Disturbing Case26:26 Peter Sutcliffe: The Yorkshire Ripper28:14 The Byford Report and HOLMES System29:44 Impact on Policing and Personal Reflections40:05 The Moors Murders: A Chilling Case41:43 Press and Police: A Complex Relationship47:20 Final Thoughts and Future Topics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we explore the infamous Yorkshire Ripper case, focusing on Peter Sutcliffe's life and heinous crimes. We scrutinize the police investigation, revealing how biases and missed opportunities—like the mishandling of the 'Wearside Jack' hoax—hampered progress. The episode delves into the Byford Report's critical analysis, uncovering significant flaws in police communication, coordination, and technology. reflective of missed opportunities during the probe. Wrapping up with a hopeful perspective, we discuss the advancements made in criminal investigations and the lasting lessons learned from this notorious case.00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Yorkshire Ripper Case01:30 Early Signs and Missed Opportunities01:57 Escalation to Murder02:22 The Reign of Terror Begins03:34 Police Bias and Investigation Challenges04:26 The Turning Point: Jane McDonald's Murder04:53 The Elusive Five Pound Note05:24 A String of Brutal Murders06:34 The Wearside Jack Hoax07:47 The Biford Report: Lessons Learned09:48 Reflections and Conclusions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
La esperada secuela ya está aquí, para delectación de los forofos del esbudellament (de escuchar sobre él; no de practicarlo; esperemos). Kiko “entrañas a la parrilla” Amat y Benja “Guirnaldas de duodeno” Villegas se prodigan aquí sobre Joseph Vacher, eventreur gabacho y (peor aún) entusiasta del acordeón; el soviético Andréi Chikatilo, para quien acuñamos por vez primera, años ha, la denominación de PLM (Puto Loco de Manual); el inglés Peter Sutcliffe alias The Yorkshire Ripper, y las machiruladas policiales que lo mantuvieron suelto durante más de una década; y por último, una breve selección de “espiazadores” españoles, que como el oyente puede suponer no son los más sangrientos pero sí los más garrulos.
This week we'll be holidaying in not-so-sunny Transylvania, where we'll take in the sights, the sounds, the bites and the grounds, as we try and find out just who has been necking all the pints, and just who ate all the brides . Yes, it's Dracula!Joining me ask if I know what he MINA'S is Hammer enthusiast, and I don't mean a fan of Peter Sutcliffe, Ashley Blaker Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/smershpod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Laura interviews award winning journalist and reporter Robert Murphy about the largest undercover operation in the west country in the 1970s to catch a serial rapist, Ronald Evans, who they would later find out had killed before. This was at the same time the media were intensely focused on the murders of women committed by Peter Sutcliffe in Yorkshire. Listen to the episode and join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad: www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst #Decoy #RonaldEvans #UndercoverPolicing #Justice #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #TrueCrime #Podcast #Crime Murder #Rape #TrueCrimePodcast Clips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rG-w5KHrzYo Robert Murphy Get the book here: Decoy https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/behind-the-crimes-with-robert-murphy/id1677433273 https://robertmurphy.substack.com/ https://www.robertmurphy.net/ Thank you to the wonderful Crime Analyst Sponsor: You can get an exclusive 10% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/CRIMEANALYST JOIN the Crime Analyst Squad: www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst REGISTER For Laura's 2024 Masterclasses: https://shoutout.wix.com/so/50P3lBhcr?languageTag=en More Training Info: www.dashriskchecklist.com www.thelaurarichards.com YouTube, Socials and Website YouTube @crimeanalyst Instagram @crimeanalyst @laurarichards999 Twitter @thecrimeanalyst @laurarichards99 TikTok @crimeanalystpod Website www.crime-analyst.com Leave a Review https://www.crime-analyst.com/reviews/new/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For five and a half years, the man dubbed “The Yorkshire Ripper” terrorized the Yorkshire area of England. Thirteen women lost their lives while seven others were attacked and left scarred, mentally and physically. After a fumbled investigation with many wrong turns and deep-rooted opinions, the Yorkshire Ripper was caught purely by happenstance. ***TRIGGER WARNING*** Murder by Gunshot | Drug Use | Talk of Verbal and Physical Abuse | Paranormal Activity Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Lolavie: Get 15% off LolaVie with the code KQ at https://www.lolavie.com/KQ#lolaviepod Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/ogto download and binge all the archived episodes today! © 2024 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights Reserved Audio Production by Wayfare Recording Music provided by Steven Tobi Logo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon YouTube Editing by Jennifer Da Silva Sources: Background:(Victim / Perpetrator) Irene Richardson - Yorkshire Ripper Victim Murder of Jayne MacDonald - Wikipedia Jean Bernadette Jordan (1956-1977) - Find a Grave Memorial Elena “Helen” Rytka (1959-1978) - Find a Grave Memorial Yvonne Ann Pearson (1956-1978) - Find a Grave Memorial Vera Evelyn Millward (1937-1978) - Find a Grave Memorial Josephine Anne Whitaker - Find a Grave Memorial Barbara Janine Leach - Find a Grave Memorial Jacqueline Hill (1960-1980) - Find a Grave Memorial What Actually Happened? Biography.com | Peter Sutcliffe The Long Shadow: Who were Peter Sutcliffe's victims? | Radio Times Wilma McCann | UK Style Yahoo Wikipedia | Peter Sutcliffe THE ATTACKS AND MURDERS - JEAN JORDAN The Ripper (Netflix) - 4 Part Series - Watch The Ripper | Netflix Official Site Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Between 1975 and 1980, The Yorkshire Ripper terrorized Northern England. His attacks and murders were reminiscent of Jack The Ripper, who operated in the late 1800s. Letters signed Jack The Ripper and a recording supposedly of the killer's voice only served to taunt the police. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the crimes of Peter Sutcliffe, aka The Yorkshire Ripper. In this second and last episode on The Yorkshire Ripper, we detail Peter Sutcliffe's background and arrest. People began questioning why the police hadn't identified Sutcliffe sooner, which could have saved lives. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Between 1975 and 1980, The Yorkshire Ripper terrorized Northern England. His attacks and murders were reminiscent of Jack The Ripper, who operated in the late 1800s. Letters signed Jack The Ripper and a recording supposedly of the killer's voice only served to taunt the police. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the crimes of Peter Sutcliffe, aka The Yorkshire Ripper. It took the police some time to piece together the crimes and even more time to figure out who was behind them. The pressure mounted with every attack and murder by the vicious serial killer. You can help support the show at patreon.com/criminology An Emash Digital production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week we are rejoined by author and journalist Chris Snowdon to discuss the grisly series of 1970s murders described in the press as "The Yorkshire Ripper" later discovered to be perpetuated by hirsute killer Peter Sutcliffe. The years long investigation was hampered by the hoax letters created by a Northern prankster known as Wearside Jack. Follow Chris on Twitter @CJSnowdon and purchase his book "The Art of Suppression" wherever you buy books online. Don't forget to join our Telegram channel at T.me/historyhomos and to join our group chat at T.me/historyhomoschat The video version of the show is available on Youtube, bitchute, odysee. For weekly premium episodes or to contribute to the show subscribe to our channel at www.rokfin.com/historyhomos Any questions comments concerns or T-shirt/sticker requests can be leveled at historyhomos@gmail.com Later homos --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/historyhomos/support
Would you choose uncertainty over unhappiness? Happy Place Book Club novel, The List of Suspicious Things, is the first book Jennie Godfrey has written. She was working in a corporate job before she had a moment of clarity and quit her job with no plan B to become a writer. In this chat with Fearne, Jennie explains why, having suffered with anxiety, she took control and chose an uncertain future over an unhappy present, with a little help from an episode of Happy Place...! The List of Suspicious Things centres around the murders of the Yorkshire Ripper. It sounds like a grim subject, but this story – told through the eyes of a young teenage girl – is incredibly warm and charming. Jennie also reveals her family's own connection to Peter Sutcliffe, the man known at the time as the Yorkshire Ripper. Plus, you've been sending your voice notes, reminiscing about the teenage culture of the 1970s. Join the Happy Place Book Club on Instagram @happyplacebookclub – DM your messages and voicenotes about May's read, Sociopath, to have your thoughts shared on the podcast! ...and don't worry, there are no plot spoilers in this episode!Listen to Daisy May Cooper's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Yorkshire Ripper Sutcliffe's plea of diminished responsibility, which could have resulted in a lighter sentence, wasn't successful. On May 22, 1981, he was found guilty of 13 murders and seven counts of attempted murder. The judge sentenced him to 20 life terms and recommended a minimum sentence of 30 years. The death penalty wasn't an option, having been abolished in 1965. After he was captured and behind bars, Sutcliffe began using his mother's maiden name and going by Peter William Coonan. In 1984, a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia saw Sutcliffe removed from prison and sent to Broadmoor Hospital, a secure psychiatric facility. While in custody Sutcliffe applied for the right to parole, but a 2010 ruling said that he would never be released from prison. He was declared mentally able to leave the secure hospital and sent to a maximum-security prison in 2016. Sutcliffe experienced numerous assaults while in custody. In 1997, an inmate stabbed Sutcliffe's eyes with a pen, and he subsequently lost vision in his left eye. Wife Sutcliffe met Sonia Szurma, whose parents were refugees from Poland and Ukraine, in 1966. The two married on August 10, 1974. They had no children. Sonia offered her support during Sutcliffe's 1981 trial and initially visited him while he was in custody. They divorced in 1994. Her visits reportedly stopped after she got married again in 1997. Despite their divorce, Sutcliffe named Sonia as his next of kin. Sonia no longer lives in the house she and Sutcliffe moved into in 1977. Although she reportedly received permission to sell the home in December 2021, there is no public record of her actually doing so. Death Sutcliffe died at age 74 on November 13, 2020, at the University Hospital of North Durham in England. The hospital was near the prison where he'd been serving his sentence. At the end of October, Sutcliffe had been treated for a suspected heart attack at the hospital. Following his hospital stay, he reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 but refused treatment. His ex-wife Sonia is believed to have planned his funeral. The Long Shadow and Other Media In December 2020, Netflix debuted a four-part docuseries simply titled The Ripper about Sutcliffe's crime spree. It featured interviews with witnesses and investigators. Sutcliffe's crimes and capture are the subject of the seven-part ITV miniseries The Long Shadow, which debuted in September 2023. Writer George Kay based the dramatized series on the 2003 book Wicked Beyond Belief: The Hunt for the Yorkshire Ripper by Michael Bilton, as well as real case files, interview transcripts, and police reports. Originally called The Yorkshire Ripper, the series underwent a name change because Kay felt the moniker was “disrespectful” to Sutcliffe's victims and survivors who he felt were at the heart of the series. “The victims' families certainly don't want that name being applied to Peter Sutcliffe because it creates a dark brand around a man who doesn't deserve that sort of attention,” he said.
This week, we go full British True Crime as we head back to the seventies and eighties and investigate the life and crimes of Peter Sutcliffe, better known as the Yorkshire Ripper. We discuss his life, what led him to become a killer, his family life, the hoax that led the police astray in this fascinating case. Meanwhile Krysta talks more dogs and balloon debates in her Corner and Laura brings us all together in this distressingly bloody-detail free episode of the Family Plot Podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-plot--4670465/support.
When multiple women and children were raped in and around London's railway network during the early 1980s, detectives initially believed one man was responsible.They didn't realise that two men had committed the horrific acts and that their sadistic tendencies would soon turn to murder.In this two-part series, I discuss what became the nation's biggest manhunt since the Peter Sutcliffe inquiry.This second and final part focuses on the perpetrators, John Duffy and David Mulcahy, who, since childhood, had been on a monstrous path of criminality.**Please listen to Part 1 before listening to Part 2**Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies!Social Media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersTikTok | @britishmurdersX | @britishmurdersWebsite:britishmurders.comDo you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contactIntro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When multiple women and children were raped in and around London's railway network during the early 1980s, detectives initially believed one man was responsible. They didn't realise that two men had committed the horrific acts and that their sadistic tendencies would soon turn to murder. In this two-part series, I discuss what became the nation's biggest manhunt since the Peter Sutcliffe inquiry. This second and final part focuses on the perpetrators, John Duffy and David Mulcahy, who, since childhood, had been on a monstrous path of criminality. **Please listen to Part 1 before listening to Part 2** Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders X | @britishmurders Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music: David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet' davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When multiple women and children were raped in and around London's railway network during the early 1980s, detectives initially believed one man was responsible.They didn't realise that two men had committed the horrific acts and that their sadistic tendencies would soon turn to murder.In this two-part series, I discuss what became the nation's biggest manhunt since the Peter Sutcliffe inquiry.This first part focuses on the women assaulted, raped and murdered by the story's perpetrators, with part 2 focusing on the perpetrators themselves.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies!Social Media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersTikTok | @britishmurdersX | @britishmurdersWebsite:britishmurders.comDo you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contactIntro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When multiple women and children were raped in and around London's railway network during the early 1980s, detectives initially believed one man was responsible. They didn't realise that two men had committed the horrific acts and that their sadistic tendencies would soon turn to murder. In this two-part series, I discuss what became the nation's biggest manhunt since the Peter Sutcliffe inquiry. This first part focuses on the women assaulted, raped and murdered by the story's perpetrators, with part 2 focusing on the perpetrators themselves. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders X | @britishmurders Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music: David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet' davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join Laura as she interviews Sam Robins, Crime Analyst and Intelligence Manager, and takes you behind the scenes of the biggest UK manhunt since the search for Peter Sutcliffe, codenamed Operation Orb. The first attack known to police was the rape of a 10-year-old girl on 15 November 2001 in Ashford, Kent. When she was grabbed in broad daylight from outside a busy police-run youth club, she was told by the male attacker he would break her legs and she would be killed if she screamed. In July 2002 he attacked a 30-year-old woman in Earlswood Surrey. He attacked another woman in Surrey, another in Hertfordshire and in London. On one occasion he raped two women in the same day. Women were terrified and the police were under pressure to catch him. Listen and let us know what you think. #Analysis #Police #Investigation #Profiling #SexOffender #SerialRapist #MetropolitanPolice #KentPolice #SurreyPolice #HertfordshirePolice #WestMidlandsPolice #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #CriminalBehaviouralAnalysis #TrueCrime #Podcast #WomenMatter #SerialRapist Clips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jidOv4ymbs Photo Credit: Daily Mirror Sign the Petition for Serial Stalkers and Domestic Abusers to be included on the same register as sex offenders: https://www.change.org/p/include-serial-stalkers-on-the-same-register-as-violent-and-sexual-offenders YouTube, Socials and Website YouTube @crimeanalyst Instagram @crimeanalyst @laurarichards999 Twitter @thecrimeanalyst @laurarichards99 TikTok @crimeanalystpod Website www.crime-analyst.com Crime Analyst Merch https://crime-analyst.myshopify.com/ Leave a Review https://www.crime-analyst.com/reviews/new/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matthew Bannister onNorma Barzman, the screenwriter from the Golden Age of Hollywood who fled to Europe after facing being blacklisted from the House Un-American Activities Committee for her Communist views. Lord Saye and Sele, the aristocrat who served in the army during the Second World War, then worked to restore the historic family seat Broughton Castle.James 'Jim' Hobson, the Assistant Chief Constable of West Yorkshire who was in charge of the Yorkshire Ripper enquiry when Peter Sutcliffe was arrested.Susan Campbell, the illustrator who co-founded the Walled Kitchen Garden Network.Interviewee: Larry Ceplair Interviewee: John Barzman Interviewee: Martin Fiennes Interviewee: Franco Pardini Interviewee: Jim Buckland Interviewee: Caroline ConranProducer: Gareth Nelson-DaviesArchive used:CSULB Human Rights Forum - Norma Barzman, the Advanced Media Production Center, California State University Long Beach, Beach TV CSULB, YouTube, uploaded 06/04/2009; The Locket (1946), RKO Radio Pictures; Norma Barzman, Hollywood Exiles, Podcast, BBC World Service, 15/01/2024; The House Committee of Un-American Activities Actuality, Omnibus, Hollywood on Trial, BBC Two, 04/11/1973; Give us This Day (1949) Dir, Edward Dmytryk; IMDB; Lord Saye and Seye interview, From D-Day to Bergen-Belsen: Lord Saye & Sele, Dir/Prod Nathan Portlock-Allan, YouTube uploaded 26/01/2021; Lord Seye and Sele, SignPost, BBC, 25/04/1962; News Conference, Newsbeat, BBC Radio, 04/09/1979; The Yorkshire Ripper Files: A Very British Crime Story, BBC Four, 11/04/2019; Susan Campbell "Trained Fruit in Historic Kitchen Gardens", Garden Conservation YouTube uploaded 30/09/2022; Susan Campbell makes her first visit to Althorp, Episode 8, Walled Garden Historian, spencer1508.com;
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Peter Sutcliffe, a notorious British murderer famously known as the Yorkshire Ripper, unleashed a reign of terror upon the nation between 1975 and 1980, claiming the lives of at least 13 innocent women and subjecting seven others to brutal assaults. However, his sinister activities can be traced back to 1969, when he committed his earliest known attack. Miraculously, his victim survived but chose not to press charges, unknowingly allowing a monster to roam freely.As Sutcliffe's heinous acts continued, a wave of fear swept through the northern regions of England, leaving communities paralyzed and desperate for justice. The ensuing manhunt spanned years, consuming an astonishing 2.5 million hours of police work. Yet, this pursuit of the Yorkshire Ripper was marred by a series of setbacks and missteps. The investigation was plagued by a lack of regard for Sutcliffe's victims, many of whom were sex workers, and a cruel hoax that cunningly diverted the attention of law enforcement.Finally, in 1981, the long-awaited breakthrough arrived when Sutcliffe was apprehended and ultimately convicted. His capture brought a sense of relief to a nation haunted by his monstrous actions. However, the chilling tale of the Yorkshire Ripper did not fade into obscurity. Over the years, it has continued to captivate the public's imagination, becoming a subject of fascination in true-crime podcasts and even inspiring the creation of the gripping 2020 Netflix documentary, The Ripper.Sadly, the chapter of Peter Sutcliffe's life came to a close in November 2020, as he passed away at the age of 74. Yet, the scars left by his crimes remain etched in the collective memory of a nation, serving as a reminder of the darkness that can lurk within even the most ordinary of individuals.Support The Showhttps://www.patreon.com/paranormalworldproductionsShow Website And Bloghttps://paranormalworldproductions.comAll The Socials And Stuff/Contact Brianhttps://linktr.ee/ParanormalWorldProductionsbrian@paranormalworldproductions.com Follow The Show On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeodysseyThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5309458/advertisement
January 2, 1981: Police arrest a man named Peter Sutcliffe for a routine traffic violation in Sheffield, England. But they soon realize that he is a mass murderer known as the Yorkshire Ripper.Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week it's the 7th edition of our Serial Killer Sampler series. We're looking at the lives and crimes of John Edward Robinson, Charles Sobhraj, and Peter Sutcliffe.Listen on Podurama!Like the show on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OurWeirdWorldPod/Follow John on Twitter and Instagram @TheJohnHinsonFollow the show on Instagram @OurWeirdWorldPodWant more John? Everyone wants more John. Visit www.johnhinsonwrites.com for all the books, podcasts, waterfalls, and more!
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If you've found the ITV drama The Long Shadow compelling, you'll be fascinated by this box-set podcast.My mini series, Deadly Deception - about ‘Yorkshire Ripper' Peter Sutcliffe - was so well-regarded it was promoted globally by Substack.It features an interview with former Det Chief Superintendent Chris Gregg. Chris has a unique story having worked on both the 1970s ‘Ripper' inquiry and then brought the ‘Wearside Jack' hoaxer to justice more than two decades later.Chris is a character in tonight's final episode of The Long Shadow.So here is an introduction with George Kay followed by all three episodes of Deadly Deception in full, back-to-back.The episodes were originally broadcast in April 2023. This is the first time the podcasts have been combined as a compendium.Subscribe for free @ robertmurphy.substack.comIf you missed my chat with George about his brilliant series The Long Shadow you can get it here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit robertmurphy.substack.com/subscribe
Mo LeaThe Long Shadow, written by George Kay, and based on Michael Bilton's book Wicked Beyond Belief, is a seven-part ITV drama based on the police hunt for a sadistic necrophiliac who terrorised women in the north of England throughout the late 1960s and 1970s. With the consultation and blessing of the families of his victims, the drama lays bare the violent misogyny and prejudicial policing that came to characterise the hunt for the so-called Yorkshire Ripper. I talk to Mo about how she survived a near-fatal attack by Sutcliffe in 1980. Mo Lea was an art student in the city when she became a target for the serial killer, Peter Sutcliffe.Mo, who had moved to Leeds from Liverpool, was out with friends in a pub in the Chapeltown area of the city, planning her 21st birthday.It was October 25, 1980, and the friends went their separate ways just after 10pm, as Mo decided to walk through the university campus to catch the bus. A man approached behind her, hit the back of her head with a hammer and attacked with a screwdriver. Her life was saved by a passing couple who heard her screams.She was assaulted so violently that her parents failed to recognise her in the hospital, her jaw broken, her face bloodied and bruised.At the time, Sutcliffe had murdered 12 women and left another seven for dead. Several months later, while recuperating at home in Liverpool, she recognised Sutcliffe on the TV as the man that attacked her. 'When you have had trauma like that, it gives you an edge,' she told me. 'If you've been close to death, you feel you've been granted this freedom to live. It has compelled me to be successful in my career.'Mo's book:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Facing-Yorkshire-Ripper-Art-Survival/dp/1526777576Her website: https://www.molea.art/Peter Sutcliffe, drawn by Mo Lea This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliebindel.substack.com/subscribe
In the summer of 1979, Ruth Shaw was a student in Bradford, walking alone one night when she encountered Peter Sutcliffe – the serial killer the papers had nicknamed the Yorkshire Ripper. But her encounter wasn't recorded by police. 44 years later, this is her untold story.This podcast contains scenes of a graphic nature. Ruth's story was first told to Michael Bilton in his book ‘Wicked Beyond Belief: The Hunt for the Yorkshire Ripper' which is now being serialised on ITV on Mondays at 9pm. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.Guests:- Michael Bilton, author and former Sunday Times Northern Correspondent.- Ruth Shaw.Host: Josh Glancy.Clips: Andy's Archive, ITN, BBC, Granada Television / ITV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Claiming to tell unknown stories about the iconic singer, alongside songs some of his much-loved songs, this world premiere musical hopes to reflect his enduring legacy. His youngest daughter Tina, one of the producers, and the director and choreographer of the show, Kathleen Marshall join Emma Barnett. We discuss the possible decision to cancel another part of the high speed rail link - HS2 - and the impact it could have on women with Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, co-director of the Women's Budget Group, a Feminist Economic Think Tank and Zoe Billingham, Director of the IPPR North - based in Manchester. Between 1975 and 1980, Peter Sutcliffe murdered 13 women and attempted to murder at least seven more across the North of England. A new ITV drama series, The Long Shadow, portrays the women who were killed, and their families, as well as the hardworking but flawed and misogynist police investigation. Joining Emma are Willow Grylls, executive producer of the show and Meg Winterburn, who worked on the investigation as a police sergeant. Exclusive research shared with Woman's Hour claims that £60m is ‘wasted' in England every year on Tribunals for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Local authorities ‘fight' thousands of parents of disabled children about what support the child gets and where they go to school – but 'lose' 96% of those cases. This comes on the day that one of the country's leading experts delivers a valedictory lecture after a 40 year career advocating for disabled children. Dame Christine Lenehan, Director of the Council of Disabled Children, part of the National Children's Bureau, Presenter: Emma Barnett Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Studio Manager: Duncan Hannant
Sex working is a dangerous profession - the exploits of Peter Sutcliffe, Stephen Griffiths, and Alun Kyte have shown over the years just how vulnerable those who work in this way of life can be. This time around on The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast, I bring the account of how in Liverpool, back in 2003, another individual began to target the sex working industry in an attempt to become the very next Ripper.... The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, including descriptions of violence and injury detail, and in part, involving the use of racial slurs, that some listeners may find offensive, disturbing and or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening. Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Playlist Tracks Sleeper - Nice Guy Eddie Super Furry Animals - Something 4 The Weekend The True Crime Enthusiast's Fundraiser For Macmillan Cancer Support References https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/killing-mutilation-two-vulnerable-women-15291708 https://ruthjacobs.co.uk/2013/03/04/cry-for-the-merseyside-model-crimes-against-sex-workers-must-be-treated-as-hate-crimes-uk-wide/ The killing and mutilation of two vulnerable women that left a community reeling - Liverpool Echo Prostitutes' murder - man appears in court - North Wales Live (dailypost.co.uk) My seven years of pain over daughter's brutal killing | The Leader (leaderlive.co.uk) Hunt for man as bodies of two women found in bags | UK news | The Guardian Murdered daughter's mum fury at compensation - Wales Online Man admits double vicegirl killing - Liverpool Echo Microsoft Word - MC Report 9.10.06.doc (hundredfamilies.org) https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/mum-fears-pauline-dead-3553245 Follow/Contact/Support The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast Facebook Facebook Discussion Group Twitter Instagram Youtube Website TTCE Merchandise Patreon Page Remembering Hanane and Pauline
In the season 9 special, I'm telling the stories of Wilma McCann, Emily Jackson, Irene Richardson, Patricia Atkinson, Jayne MacDonald, Jean Jordan, Yvonne Pearson, Helen Rytka, Vera Millward, Josephine Whitaker, Barbara Leach, Margeurite Walls and Jacqueline Hill, who each lost their lives at the hands of Peter Sutcliffe, who many knew as "The Yorkshire Ripper".This two-part episode focuses on the stories of those thirteen innocent women - whose names are too often forgotten - ensuring their lives are remembered and not overshadowed by the darkness that befell them.In part 1, I explored the lives of Wilma, Emily, Irene, Patricia, Jayne and Jean, uncovering their stories, dreams, and aspirations.In this second and final part, I do the same with Yvonne, Helen, Vera, Josephine, Barbara, Margeurite and Jacqueline.I also delve into the 'Wearside Jack' hoax, Sutcliffe's arrest, the murder trial and the case's aftermath.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicReferences:www.britishmurders.com/theforgotten13part2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the season 9 special, I'm telling the stories of Wilma McCann, Emily Jackson, Irene Richardson, Patricia Atkinson, Jayne MacDonald, Jean Jordan, Yvonne Pearson, Helen Rytka, Vera Millward, Josephine Whitaker, Barbara Leach, Margeurite Walls and Jacqueline Hill, who each lost their lives at the hands of Peter Sutcliffe, who many knew as "The Yorkshire Ripper". This two-part episode focuses on the stories of those thirteen innocent women - whose names are too often forgotten - ensuring their lives are remembered and not overshadowed by the darkness that befell them. In part 1, I explored the lives of Wilma, Emily, Irene, Patricia, Jayne and Jean, uncovering their stories, dreams, and aspirations. In this second and final part, I do the same with Yvonne, Helen, Vera, Josephine, Barbara, Margeurite and Jacqueline. I also delve into the 'Wearside Jack' hoax, Sutcliffe's arrest, the murder trial and the case's aftermath. For all things British Murders, please visit my website: https://www.britishmurders.com/ Intro music: David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet' https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusic References: www.britishmurders.com/theforgotten13part2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the season 9 special, I tell the stories of Wilma McCann, Emily Jackson, Irene Richardson, Patricia Atkinson, Jayne MacDonald, Jean Jordan, Yvonne Pearson, Helen Rytka, Vera Millward, Josephine Whitaker, Barbara Leach, Margeurite Walls and Jacqueline Hill, who each lost their lives at the hands of Peter Sutcliffe, who many knew as "The Yorkshire Ripper".This two-part episode will focus on the stories of those thirteen innocent women - whose names are too often forgotten - ensuring their lives are remembered and not overshadowed by the darkness that befell them.In this first part, I explore the lives of Wilma, Emily, Irene, Patricia, Jayne and Jean, uncovering their stories, dreams, and aspirations.I also delve into their respective murders, shedding light on the horrifying circumstances that cut their lives short.I'll discuss the crimes' societal impact, the fear that gripped local communities, and the emotional toll endured by the victims' families and friends.Next week I'll do the same with Yvonne, Helen, Vera, Josephine, Barbara, Margeurite and Jacqueline whilst also discussing Sutcliffe's arrest, trial and the case's aftermath.For all things British Murders, please visit my website:https://www.britishmurders.com/Intro music:David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'https://linktr.ee/davidjohnbradymusicReferences:www.britishmurders.com/theforgotten13part1/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, was the most infamous and terrifying serial killer in Britain of the 20th century. Active as early as 1969, Sutcliffe was ultimately arrested for the murder of 13 women and attempting to murder a further 7 more. The Yorkshire Ripper attacks and the media circus surrounding his activity scarred the nation and lead to an enormous, desperate police operation to catch the killer, unlike any other in the history of Great Britain. It remains to this day among the most famous, controversial & significant manhunts ever undertaken in Britain. In this special episode of Cold Case Detective, we were able to interview the extremely knowledgeable and experienced West Yorkshire police officer Bill Blackwood! Bill lived through the Yorkshire Ripper's reign of terror in Yorkshire at the time, and joined the West Yorkshire police force in 1982.
Hallie Rubenhold joins Betwixt the Sheets host Kate Lister to discuss our culture's fascination with serial killers. Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Peter Sutcliffe, Jack the Ripper…. these violent people are famous, but we only know them for their horrific crimes. What role does misogyny play in how these serial killers are portrayed on our screens and in our newspapers? And how does it affect court cases? Hear more from Betwixt the Sheets, from our friends at History Hit, wherever you get podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Part three of The Yorkshire Ripper gets even more brutal than the first 2 episodes. Peter Sutcliffe is really starting to ramp things up. He's getting more violent, more theatrical, and more brazen as the minutes pass. The police will end up speaking to Peter for the second time in this installment (although it certainly won't be the last time) and local news outlets will start receiving Jack The Ripper letters regarding the murders. Hang on tight, the fourth and final episode will be hitting your ear meat next episode!!!After Evil by Neil JacksonApple, R.W. 1981. "Truck driver in Britain confesses at his trial to killing 13 women." New York Times, April 30: A6.Byford, Lawrence. 1981. The Yorkshire Ripper Case: Review of the Police Investigation of the Case. Evaluation, Inspector of the Constabulary , Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom, London: Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom.Cobb, Richard Charles. 2019. On the Trail of the Yorkshire Ripper: His Final Secrets Revealed. South Yorkshire: Pen and Sword Books.Cross, Roger. 1981. The Yorkshire Ripper: the In-depth Study of a Killer and his Methods. New York, NY: Dell Publishing .Gazette News Services. 1981. "God's voice made me kill Yorkshire Ripper tells jury." The Gazette, May 12: 13.Jenkins, Russell. 2011. "DNA closes police file on 'Yorkshire Ripper' murder." The Times, February 9.Jouve, Nicole Ward. 1986. The Streetcleaner: the Yorkshire Ripper Case on Trial. London: Marion Boyers Publishers.Kershaw, Ronald. 1978. "Police authority head wants 'ripper' caught dead or alive." The Times, February 15: 4.Kershaw, Ronald, and Arthur Osman. 1981. "Ripper squad faces serious charge." The Times, January 5: 1.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Part two of the Yorkshire Rippers, unfortunately, includes many many more murders and Peter Sutcliffe continuing to evade law enforcement. So many women had to lose their lives and still, Peter seemed untouchable. We also discuss the unbelievable way this case was handled in the press and how the victims were treated as well. Luckily, toward the end of this episode, you'll hear that Peter started to lose it a bit, and made some stupid (but lucky for us) mistakes. Law enforcement would get a bit of a clue that led straight to Peter, but would it be enough to stop him in his tracks and arrest him right there on the spot? Well, you're about to find out!Apple, R.W. 1981. "Truck driver in Britain confesses at his trial to killing 13 women." New York Times, April 30: A6.Byford, Lawrence. 1981. The Yorkshire Ripper Case: Review of the Police Investigation of the Case. Evaluation, Inspector of the Constabulary , Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom, London: Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom.Cobb, Richard Charles. 2019. On the Trail of the Yorkshire Ripper: His Final Secrets Revealed. South Yorkshire: Pen and Sword Books.Cross, Roger. 1981. The Yorkshire Ripper: the In-depth Study of a Killer and his Methods. New York, NY: Dell Publishing .Gazette News Services. 1981. "God's voice made me kill Yorkshire Ripper tells jury." The Gazette, May 12: 13.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Peter Sutcliffe, who would later become known as the Yorkshire Ripper, is probably one of the gnarlier serial killers we have covered. Throughout the 70's he terrorized the streets of Yorkshire, brutally assaulting and murdering women he believed to be sex workers. In part one Alaina explains to us how he slowly became this monster, his first attacks and ends on a survivor that would eventually help lead the police to Peter. In part two, unfortunately there are more attacks and murders to tell but have no fear, this sadistic killer would eventually be stopped.Byford, Lawrence. 1981. The Yorkshire Ripper Case: Review of the Police Investigation of the Case. Evaluation, Inspector of the Constabulary , Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom, London: Secretary of State for the Home Department, United Kingdom.Cobb, Richard Charles. 2019. On the Trail of the Yorkshire Ripper: His Final Secrets Revealed. South Yorkshire: Pen and Sword Books.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Professor Angela Gallop is a forensic scientist who has helped solve some of the most notorious violent crimes in recent British history including the killings of Stephen Lawrence, Damilola Taylor and Rachel Nickell. After completing a degree in botany and a doctorate on the biochemistry of sea slugs, Angela joined the Home Office's Forensic Science Service in 1974, and four years later attended her first crime scene, where 18-year-old Helen Rytka was killed by Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper. Over the years cold cases became her speciality and in 1992 she investigated the death of the Italian banker Roberto Calvi. He was found hanging from scaffolding under Blackfriars Bridge, London, in a suspected suicide ten years before. Angela's work established that suicide was unlikely and that, in all probability, he'd been murdered. His killers were never found. In 1999 Angela and her team investigated the murder of Lynette White who was killed in her flat in Cardiff in 1988. Five men had been tried for her death and three - known as the ‘the Cardiff Three' - were sent to prison although their convictions were quashed by the Court of Appeal two years later. Angela's investigation made history when the murderer was identified and convicted through his familial DNA. Angela first worked on the Stephen Lawrence case in 1995 – two years after his murder - and returned to it in 2006. The forensic evidence that was found during this investigation helped to convict his killers in 2012. Angela has written a book about her career in forensics and another which outlines the challenges the discipline faces today. Presenter Lauren Laverne Producer Paula McGinley