#353 - The 9.02 Killer (Janet Maddocks & Jack Roy Jnr)

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You should be able to leave your children for a sleepover, safe as houses, with someone who loves them so deeply she calls them her 'kidlets', shouldn't you? Lee-Anna Spiers and her partner Liam Timbrell had done just that, and looked forward to it for however many months, with all involved excited. Until the night of October 19th, 2012 - when it was to be the last sleepover anyone involved was to ever have... The episode contains details and descriptions of crimes and events, involving children, that some listeners may find disturbing or distressing, so discretion is advised whilst listening in.  Music used in this episode: "The Descent" by Kevin Macleod. All music used is sourced from https://filmmusic.io/ [https://filmmusic.io/] and used under an Attribution Licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]) * Literary Mind – SPRINTS * One Way Ticket - Eruption The True Crime Enthusiast's Fundraiser For Macmillan Cancer Support [https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/paul-sutherland13]   References - available upon request.   Follow/Contact/Support The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheTrueCrimeEnthusiast/] * Facebook Discussion Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1973169242968995/] * Twitter [https://twitter.com/@tc_enthusiast] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeenthusiast/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCImXAV3Qq-ssUqV0jGtJbtA?view_as=subscriber] * Website [https://thetruecrimeenthusiast.co.uk/] * TTCE Merchandise [https://www.tshirtstudio.com/marketplace/the-true-crime-enthusiast-podcast-merch] * Patreon Page [https://www.patreon.com/thetruecrimeenthusiast]   Remembering Lee-Anna, Liam, Skye, Bailey, and Charlie ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#353 - The 9.02 Killer (Janet Maddocks & Jack Roy Jnr)

Wednesday 20th of March 1985, the 9:02pm slow train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street pulls out of Coventry Station, having passed through Northampton, Long Buckby and Rugby. It was silent, empty, and as the lone passenger slides open the door, in an off-side compartment, he saw blood up the windows and its seats saturated in a dark goo, as running twelve feet from the seat to a door stained with red sticky prints, a ‘river’ of blood ran along the aisle. A woman had been brutally murdered, and her body was missing, But how, and why? * Location: 9:20pm slow train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street * Date: 9:20pm departure, 2:30am body found * Victims: Janet Mary Maddocks * Culprit: Jack Roy Junior Seven time nominated at the True Crime Awards, Independent Podcast Awards and the British Podcast Awards, Murder Mile is one of the best UK / British true crime podcasts covering only 20 square miles of West London. It is researched, written and performed by Michael of Murder Mile UK True Crime Podcast with the main musical themes written and performed by Erik Stein and Jon Boux of Cult With No Name [https://www.cultwithnoname.com/] and additional music, as used under the Creative Commons License 4.0. A full listing of tracks used and a full transcript for each episode is listed here [https://www.murdermiletours.com/blog/category/podcast] and a legal disclaimer [https://www.murdermiletours.com/legal-disclaimer.html]. BUY TICKETS [https://crossedwires.live/podcast/always-true-crime-takeover] to see myself, Paul of True Crime Enthusiast and Stuart of British Murders at the Crossed Wires Festival in a 3 hours show called Always True Crime Takeover. This is in Sheffield on Sunday 5th July 2026 at 2pm to 5pm. Follow me on SOCIAL MEDIA ·      Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mmileuktruecrim] ·      FaceBook [https://www.facebook.com/groups/168114777110977] ·      Threads [https://www.threads.com/@mmileuktruecrime] SUBSCRIBE via Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/c/murdermile] #Bushey #Watford #KingsLangley #Apsley #HemelHempstead, #Berkhamsted #Tring #Cheddington #LeightonBuzzard #Bletchley #Wolverton #Northampton #LongBuckby #Rugby #Coventry #HamptoninArden #Birmingham #Roade #Middleton #ChurchBrampton #Dumfries #MiltonKeynes #LondonEuston #KingsLynn #Edinburgh #Glasgow ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Pub Landlord Who Refused to Back Down: The Murder of Christian Thornton | Ep. 256

On the afternoon of August 11, 2019, customers at a popular pub in Widnes watched as landlord Christian Thornton confronted a man he had recently barred from the premises. For Chris, it was part of the job. As the long-serving landlord of the Hammer and Pincers, he had spent years looking after customers, serving pints, organising charity events, and helping make his pub a cornerstone of the local community. But what began as a routine confrontation would end in a shocking act of violence that devastated his family and sent shockwaves through Cheshire and beyond. Known affectionately as "Tigger", Chris was a devoted husband to Pam, a father of three young children, and one of the most recognisable faces in Widnes. Friends described him as kind, funny and always willing to help others. Whether he was supporting local musicians, raising money for charity, serving a cold beer to regulars or cheering on his children's sporting achievements, Chris was a man who put people first. His murder left not only a grieving family, but an entire town struggling to come to terms with the loss of a man who meant so much to so many. In this episode of British Murders with Stuart Blues, we examine the murder of Christian Thornton, the events that led to his fatal confrontation with Lee Abbott, and the investigation that followed. We explore the background tensions between the two men, the warnings and threats made in the days before the attack, the police investigation, Abbott's arrest, trial and conviction for murder, and the remarkable community response that saw hundreds rally around Chris's family. We also look at the wider concerns surrounding knife crime, pub safety, and violence in Britain's towns and cities. This is the story of a respected pub landlord, a senseless act of violence, and a community determined that Christian "Tigger" Thornton would never be forgotten. Exclusive content: Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/britishmurders] - Ad Free, Early Access, Exclusive Episodes Follow the show: British Murders with Stuart Blues [https://audioalways.lnk.to/BritishMurders] 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. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

When Stalking Turns To Murder : Episode 518

In this episode of the UK True Crime Podcast, I examine the tragic murder of Jessie Hurlstone, a young woman living in Devon whose life was taken following a campaign of obsessive stalking that escalated into deadly violence. I explore Jessie’s life, the investigation that followed her killing, the evidence presented in court, and the conviction of Stephen Webber.. This is a heartbreaking case that serves as a powerful reminder that stalking is never harmless and should always be taken seriously. Please join me for the next episode of the UK True Crime Podcast on Friday. Support me at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime [https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime] Writing Credit: Chris Wood You can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 [https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117] Watch my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videos [https://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videos] Get All The News First - Subscribe To My Newsletter https://uktruecrime.com [https://uktruecrime.com/] Join UK True Crime Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime [https://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

"I Am Your Worst Nightmare" : Episode 517

In this episode of the UK True Crime Podcast, I look at the disturbing case of Matthew Falder, a seemingly ordinary university administrator who led a disturbing double life online. Using fake identities, manipulation and blackmail, Falder targeted vulnerable victims across the world, coercing them into degrading and harmful acts. I explore how his crimes were uncovered, the international investigation that brought him down, and the devastating impact his actions had on those he targeted. It's one of the most disturbing online abuse cases ever prosecuted in the UK. I will be back with another episode of the podcast on Tuesday - a shocking murder story - so please do join me then. Support me at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime [https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime] Watch my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videos [https://www.youtube.com/@Adam-uktruecrime/videos] Get All The News First - Subscribe To My Newsletter https://uktruecrime.com [https://uktruecrime.com/] Join UK True Crime Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime [https://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrime] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.