In this episode of 'Hooked on True Crime', hosts Ali and Sarah explore the case of Marguerite Beatrice Burge, a young woman who was brutally attacked and left for dead during World War II. The conversation begins with light-hearted banter about binge-watching 'Tiger King' (have we managed to be retro cool?) and Ali's infamous dad jokes (send help), before transitioning into the serious topic of Marguerite's tragic story. The hosts discuss the investigation that followed her discovery, the forensic evidence collected, and the various suspects involved, including 'Private Pat' and 'Private Ray'. The discussion covers the discovery of her body, the subsequent investigation, the trial, and the eventual conviction of Private Ray for her murder.

Scottish word of the week : wheesht

Content warning : discussion of sexual violence and murder (and dad jokes...)

Sources:

The Brookwood Killers, Military Murderers of WWII

By Paul Johnson (book)

Lethal Witness by Andrew Rose (book)

National Archives , ref CRIM1/1501 (web)

Wandsworth Prison Records - record of execution form LPC4 10th of July 1943 (web)

Tales from the Hangmans Record (vol3) - Steve Fielding (book)

In this this episode of 'Hooked on True Crime', hosts Ali and Sarah discuss the tragic case of Joan Perle Wolfe, a young woman whose life was cut short in 1942. They delve into the details of her murder, the forensic investigation that followed, and the eventual trial of her lover, a Canadian soldier. The conversation also touches on the unsolved case of Alan Holmes, a police mechanic who was brutally attacked in his home and left tied to his bed for 10 days. Throughout the episode, the hosts engage with their audience, share personal anecdotes, and highlight the importance of remembering victims and seeking justice.

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Scottish word of the week: Foggy Bummer

Sarah crochets a highland coo

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Content advisory: in this episode, we discuss murder and torture.

Sources

The Brookwood Killers: Military Murderers of WWII by Paul Johnson 2022

Surrey Live (article by Steven White) 27th Dec 2022

J.H.H Gaute and Robin Odell, The New Murderers Who’s Who (1996), Harrap Books

Notable British Trails, The trial of August Sangret, William Hodge and Co. 1959

Professor Keith Simpson; An autobiography ‘Forty years of Murder’ (1978), Harrap Books

The fatal chance, 12 cases of a Notebook of a Crime pathologist, P.Davis (publisher) (1969)

https://www.camdennewjournal.co.uk/article/the-christmas-cold-case-file%E2%80%88who-tied-up-police-mechanic-and-left-him-to-die

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-12100886

https://www.murdermap.co.uk/unsolved-murders/alan-holmes-murder-unsolved-london/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmirfhg8o9w

In this episode of Hooked on True Crime, hosts Ali and Sarah explore various crime-related topics, including the story of Theodore Schurch, a soldier executed for treason during World War II, and the tragic case of Margaret Douglas, who was murdered in her home. The conversation delves into the complexities of justice, rehabilitation, and the implications of new legislation regarding sentencing minors for serious crimes. The hosts reflect on the moral dilemmas surrounding crime and punishment, making for a thought-provoking discussion.

Light-hearted interludes brought to you by the domestic misdemeanor of the week (HP Brown Sauce) and Ali's Scottish word of the week - hochmagandy

Content Advisory : this episode contains discussion of murder and abuse of a corpse.

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Sources:

Book: The Brookwood Killers: Military murderers of WWII Paul Johnson

Internet:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8423q8GkAY

https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/family-worries-new-law-paves-a-road-out-of-prison-for-convicted-killer-of-98-year-old-woman

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/exclusive-parole-system-failing-prisoners-and-close-to-be-overwhelmed-lawyers-warn-9085487.html