Scottish Murders

Cluarantonn

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Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, fortnightly podcast that brings to light the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland and the relentless pursuit for justice in solved and unsolved cases, and is sensitively and respectfully hosted by Dawn.

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Top 10 Scottish Murders Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Scottish Murders episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Scottish Murders for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Scottish Murders episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

A Knock on the Door

Scottish Murders

11/30/21 • 32 min

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains gruesome and graphic details, so listener discretion is advised.
24 year old Scott Burgess and 19 year old Laura Milne had never met each other and lived in completely different parts of Scotland, but the fates of both would be decided by a knock on a door.
Promo by Drunk Theory
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/aknockonthedoor/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn Young
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

47 Listeners

10 Comments

The Tragic Case of Karen Buckley: A Night Out Turned Nightmare

Scottish Murders

07/13/21 • 42 min

Hosts Dawn and Cole talk about the tragic case of Karen Buckley, a 24-year-old Irish nurse who moved to Glasgow in 2015 to study occupational therapy. After a night out Karen was last seen on CCTV walking with Alexander Pacteau, a troubled young man with a history of violent behaviour. The episode meticulously recounts the investigation that followed Karen's disappearance, revealing Pacteau's sinister actions and the extensive police work that led to his arrest. Dawn and Cole provide a detailed narrative of the events, from the initial search to the discovery of Karen's body and Pacteau's eventual conviction.
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at scottishmurders.com/episodes/karenbuckley
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn and Cole
Research and written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

45 Listeners

5 Comments

Left Behind

Scottish Murders

08/24/21 • 37 min

Dawn and Cole explore the tragic disappearances of Marion Hodge and Helen Wilkie. Marion vanished in 1984, leaving her family in turmoil and her case unsolved. Helen disappeared in 1974, and her remains were discovered years later, which finally led to a conviction. The episode examines the impact of these disappearances on their families and the ongoing quest for justice. Join Dawn and Cole as they uncover the haunting details of these cases.
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/leftbehind/
SHOW:
Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
YouTube - @ScottishMurders
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn Young and Cole Young
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

34 Listeners

3 Comments

The Roddy and Anne Marie Aitken Disappearance

Scottish Murders

12/14/21 • 24 min

It was seven days before Christmas 1997 and Roddy and Anne Marie Aitken had gone shopping for last minute Christmas presents, but then disappeared. What had happened to the couple and their Christmas presents?
Promo by Film History The History Of Film
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/roddy-and-annemarie-aitken/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn and Cole
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

33 Listeners

6 Comments

Cutthroat

Scottish Murders

01/11/22 • 30 min

TRIGGER WARNING - This story may be upsetting and does contain crimes targeting children and child abuse, so listener discretion is advised.
One wee girl’s trip to the corner shop and another wee boy’s passion for pigeons, would result in heartache for two Aberdonian families.
Promos by Irish Spirt and She Will Rock You
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/cutthroat
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn
Researched and Written by Dawn
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

33 Listeners

2 Comments

The Arlene Fraser Disappearance

Scottish Murders

09/21/21 • 45 min

A violent husband, a hit man or a pig farm owner; who kidnapped and murdered Arlene Fraser?
Promo by The Wine, Dine & Storytime Podcast
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/arlenefraser/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn and Cole
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

31 Listeners

5 Comments

The Bradley Welsh Murder

Scottish Murders

11/02/21 • 43 min

Bradley, boxing gym owner and charity organiser, returned home from his gym. He had a brief chat with a neighbour before walking towards his flat. Just then a man appeared from nowhere, and before Bradley could do anything he shot him in the head. Who would want to harm Bradley? Could the reason be rooted in his past?
Promo by The True Crime Files Podcast
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/bradleywelsh/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn and Cole
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

31 Listeners

5 Comments

The Elaine Doyle Murder

Scottish Murders

01/25/22 • 55 min

49 year old John Docherty was arrested for the murder of 16 year old Elaine Doyle. Police officers involved in the case were relieved that Elaine’s killer had been caught and charged. However, Elaine Doyle’s murder inquiry had been anything but straightforward.
Promo by Voluntary Input and Advert from Complicit, A True Mystery Podcast #Ad.
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/theelainedoylemurder/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

30 Listeners

3 Comments

The Cheese Wire Killer: A Taxi Driver's Last Fare

Scottish Murders

07/27/21 • 20 min

Dawn and Cole recount the tragic story of George Murdoch, a kind-hearted taxi driver from Aberdeen, who was brutally murdered on the night of 29 September 1983. Known affectionately as "Dodd," George was attacked with a cheese wire by a passenger, leading to a fatal struggle. Despite extensive police investigations and appeals over the years, his killer remains at large. The episode explores the impact of George's murder on his wife, Jessie, and their family, highlighting the ongoing quest for justice. Tune in for a poignant examination of a case that has haunted Aberdeen for decades.
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/georgemurdoch
SHOW:
Support Us: ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
YouTube - @ScottishMurders
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn Young
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Edited and Produced by Erin Ferguson
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

29 Listeners

2 Comments

Clipper Maid of the Seas

Scottish Murders

12/28/21 • 22 min

A seemingly routine flight from London on the way to New York would forever change many lives as it passed over a small town in Scotland.
Promo by Into The Night Pod
SOURCES:
Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/clipper-maid-of-the-seas/
SHOW:
Website - scottishmurders.com
Twitter - @scottishmurders
Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders
CREDITS:
Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn and Cole
Researched and Written by Peter Bull
Produced and Edited by Dawn Young and Peter Bull
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
MUSIC:
Dawn of the Fairies by Derek & Brandon Fiechter
Gothic Wedding by Derek & Brandon Fiechter

29 Listeners

4 Comments

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