The £400,000 Betrayal: Peter Murrell’s Epic SNP Embezzlement Scandal

Broad Daylight Execution: The Murder of Rene Graham & Conviction of Aderahman Boumzough

On a sunny July evening in 2024, during a family music festival in Ladbroke Grove’s Pleasance Park, 15-year-old Rene Graham was shot dead in the children’s play area in front of over a thousand people. The gunman calmly fired once, then chased another man and tried to kill again—until his weapon jammed. More than a year later, Aderahman Boumzough, 25, was arrested. A damning rap video on his phone boasting about the jammed gun would become key evidence. On June 26, 2026, he was convicted of murder and attempted murder after a two-week trial. In this episode, Alexander Lawson examines the chilling CCTV footage, the year-long investigation that relied on a handful of brave witnesses, the community impact, and the heartbreaking words of Rene’s mother. A case of senseless gun violence in broad daylight that tested justice in London. Content warning: Discussion of the murder of a child and gun violence. Listener discretion advised. Sentencing is scheduled for July 3, 2026. Subscribe for more in-depth true crime stories, and leave a review if you want us to cover a specific case. A True Crime Podcast | Hosted by Alexander Lawson

Arson on the PM: Roman Lavrynovych & Stanislav Carpiuc’s Plot Against Keir Starmer

In May 2025, a series of targeted arson attacks hit properties and a car linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Behind the flames? Two young men recruited online by a mysterious Russian-speaking handler promising quick cash. Ukrainian national Roman Lavrynovych (22) and Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc (27) were convicted at the Old Bailey of conspiring to commit arson. Lavrynovych, who carried out the attacks, received seven years; Carpiuc got two. Prosecutors linked the plot to a Russian sabotage network operating through Telegram. In this gripping episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson explores the chilling details: the fires, the online handler “El Money,” the evidence that sealed their fate, and what this case reveals about hybrid warfare and political violence in the UK. A story of greed, manipulation, and attacks that reached the heart of British power. 🎧 New true crime episodes weekly. Follow A True Crime Podcast on Spotify, turn on notifications, and leave a review! #TrueCrime #KeirStarmer #ArsonAttack #RussianSabotage #PoliticalCrime

The £400,000 Betrayal: Peter Murrell’s Epic SNP Embezzlement Scandal

Just days after his sentencing, we uncover the shocking true crime story of Peter Murrell — former Chief Executive of the Scottish National Party and husband of Nicola Sturgeon — who embezzled over £400,000 from party funds over 12 years. From a luxury motorhome driven just four miles, to designer watches, high-end coffee machines, a robotic lawnmower, and thousands more on Amazon, Murrell used fake invoices and false accounting to fund a lavish lifestyle with donors’ money meant for Scottish independence. In this episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson dives into Operation Branchform, the dramatic arrests, the court battle, Murrell’s guilty plea, and his five-year-three-month prison sentence handed down on June 23, 2026. A story of power, greed, betrayal, and justice at the highest levels of Scottish politics. If you love white-collar crime, political scandals, and stories of trust destroyed, this one will shock you. 🎧 New episodes every week. Follow A True Crime Podcast on Spotify and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Leave a review and tell us what you think in the comments! #TrueCrime #PeterMurrell #SNPS scandal #WhiteCollarCrime #PoliticalCrime

The Conviction of Sir Jeffrey Donaldson: 18 Counts of Child Sexual Abuse

In this special episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson examines the shocking fall of Sir Jeffrey Donaldson — former DUP leader, MP, and knight — who on 22 June 2026 was found guilty on all 18 historical child sexual abuse charges at Newry Crown Court. The jury unanimously convicted him of one count of rape, 13 counts of indecent assault of a female child, and 4 counts of gross indecency against two victims when they were children between 1985 and 2008. His wife Eleanor faced related aiding-and-abetting charges in a trial of the facts. We explore Donaldson’s long political career, the 2024 arrest that ended his leadership, the harrowing trial evidence, the victims’ courage, and the profound betrayal felt across Northern Ireland. This case highlights themes of power, hypocrisy, and delayed justice. Strong content warning: This episode discusses child sexual abuse, rape, and historical sexual offences against minors in detail. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Support resources are listed below and in the full show notes. If you or someone you know needs help: • Northern Ireland Domestic & Sexual Abuse Helpline: 0808 802 1414 • Rape Crisis Northern Ireland: 0800 0246 991 • Samaritans (UK-wide): 116 123 Subscribe, rate, and review on Spotify to help more listeners discover these stories of accountability. New episodes weekly. #TrueCrime #JeffreyDonaldson #NorthernIreland #JusticeForVictims

The Murder of Preston Davey: A Teacher’s Horrific Betrayal of an Adopted Baby

In this deeply disturbing episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson examines the tragic case of 13-month-old Preston Davey. Born in June 2022 and placed into foster care, Preston was a happy, healthy baby until he was moved in April 2023 to live with Jamie Varley—a secondary school teacher involved in child safeguarding—and his partner John McGowan-Fazakerley, who were in the process of adopting him. Over the following four months, Preston endured months of horrific physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. He died on July 27, 2023. Varley claimed an accidental drowning, but evidence revealed a nightmare of sadistic cruelty, including sexual assaults and dozens of traumatic injuries. Following a lengthy trial at Preston Crown Court, Varley was convicted of murder and multiple sexual and cruelty offences. He received a whole-life prison sentence in June 2026. His partner was convicted of causing or allowing the death and related charges, receiving 25 years. This case exposes devastating safeguarding failures and raises urgent questions about the adoption process. We honor Preston’s memory and explore the profound grief of his biological mother and foster family. Listener discretion is strongly advised— this episode details severe child abuse and murder. What changes are needed to protect vulnerable children? Share your thoughts below. New episodes weekly. Subscribe and turn on notifications. #TrueCrime #PrestonDavey #ChildAbuse #JamieVarley #UKCrime