Eps.60 - Unveiling the Secrets of Forensic Pathology: The Cases of Sir Sidney Smith

Eps.60 - Unveiling the Secrets of Forensic Pathology: The Cases of Sir Sidney Smith

*Warning: Although limited, please be aware, contains some content that viewers may find disturbing.* Welcome to the first in our hero's series! Explore the fascinating world of forensic pathology through the life and work of Sir Sidney Smith, focusing on two intriguing cases from Egypt and Scotland that highlight the importance of victim identification in solving crimes. What happens when there are two bodies both being claimed as a missing woman? Zenab's murder in Egypt and victim identification techniques The very sad case of the murder of the children, William and John Higgins, who were found in a quarry. How did they die and who was responsible?*The Hopeton Quarry double murder case . Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the podcast and episode overview 01:54 Introduction to Sir Sidney Smith and his significance in forensic science 03:45 The Egyptian case of Zenab: a missing woman and the investigation 08:23 The discovery of the bodies and the forensic analysis 13:47 The family’s deception and the truth behind the bodies 19:27 How forensic analysis identified Zenab and Fatima 23:46 The cause of death and the importance of victim ID 25:58 The conviction of the husband and the case resolution 29:49 Background of Sidney Smith and his journey into forensic pathology 37:03 The Scottish case of the Hopeton Quarry murders 40:06 The discovery of the children’s bodies and forensic examination 42:26 The significance of victim identification in forensic scienceScottish word of the week: Clamjamphrie Use Code Hooked for 10% off your tickets at https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ [https://www.crimecon.co.uk/] Support this podcast by buying us a coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/hookedontruecrime [https://buymeacoffee.com/hookedontruecrime] Web Medicaldetectives: Pioneering forensic pathologists - The History Press [https://thehistorypress.co.uk/article/medical-detectives-pioneering-forensic-pathologists/] Sydney Alfred Smith(1883-1969) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree [https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Smith-183108] Patrick Higgins |Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers [https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/higgins-patrick.htm] “HistoryMysteries, A Tale of Murder? Two Small Boys and Paddy Higgins Hole.” – Forestof Words [https://aforestofwords.blog/2023/06/08/history-mysteries-two-small-boys-and-a-quarry/] Winchburgh– The hanging of Paddy Higgins. – West Lothian's Story [https://westlothiansstory.home.blog/2018/12/03/winchburgh-the-hanging-of-paddy-higgins/] BritishExecutions - Execution of Patrick Higgins - 1913 murder Hopetoun Quarry,Abercorn, West Lothian - Capital Punishment - Patrick Higgins [http://www.britishexecutions.co.uk/execution-content.php?key=281&termRef=Patrick%20Higgins] Mostly Murder by Sir Sidney Smith - https://www.amazon.com/Mostly-Murder-Sidney-Smith/dp/XXXXXX Edinburgh University Department of Forensic Medicine - https://www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/forensic-medicine FBI Profiling Documentary - https://www.amazon.com/FBI-Profiling-Documentary/dp/XXXXXX

Eps. 59 : The La Chapelle Butcher

The disturbing story of Victor Prevost, who trained as a butcher before joining the Military and then the French Police. During his time as a Police Officer Victor murdered 2 confirmed victims, Alexandre Lenoble and Adele Blondin and used his knowledge of butchery to dismember and dispose of the bodies. Ali and Sarah look at the life of this serial killer and discus what could have prompted him to commit his awful crimes. They also discuss a possible 3rd victim, Lady Furet who disappeared without a trace while Victor was serving in the Cent Gardes Palace Guard. Scottish word of the week is an old Scots tongue twister. #TrueCrime #PrisonEscape #PascalPayet #TrueCrimePodcast #CrimeDocumentary #HelicopterEscape #FrenchPrison #CriminalMastermind #EscapeStory References. The Dark & Chilling Case ofVictor Joseph Prévost [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mtNb94Ec3s]  He Dumped Skinless Body Parts atNight While Wearing Police Uniform – Victor Prévost [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nQ9JvuLes0]  Victor Prévost - Wikipedia [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Pr%C3%A9vost]  File:Exécution Prévost GM.jpg -Wikimedia Commons [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ex%C3%A9cution_Pr%C3%A9vost_GM.jpg]  Victor Joseph “The La ChapelleButcher” Prevost (1836-1880) - Find a Grave Memorial [https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/275366004/victor-joseph-prevost]  PRÉVOST Victor Joseph | Serial KillerDatabase Wiki | Fandom [https://skdb.fandom.com/wiki/PR%C3%89VOST_Victor_Joseph]  Guillotine executions between 1879& 1977 [https://guillotine.dk/pages/exedates.html]  Wired for Crime? How BrainDifferences Shape Criminal Behavior. — GreyMattersTU [https://greymattersjournaltu.org/issue-8-1/wired-for-crime-how-brain-differences-shape-criminal-behavior]   Use Code Hooked for 10% off your tickets at ⁠https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ ⁠ [https://www.crimecon.co.uk/] Support this podcast by buying us a coffee⁠buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime [buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime]

Eps. 58 : The Most Prolific Helicopter Escapee - Pascal Payet

Dive into the unbelievable story of Pascal Payet — the French criminal who became infamous for pulling off not one, but THREE daring helicopter prison escapes. In this true crime podcast episode, we break down the meticulous planning, shocking execution, and dramatic aftermath of one of the most legendary prison escape stories in history. From the first helicopter breakout in France to the final capture that ended his run, this episode explores how Payet masterminded impossible escapes that stunned law enforcement worldwide. If you love true crime documentaries, prison escape stories, criminal masterminds, and real-life heists, this episode is for you. ⏱ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to True Crime Podcast 03:42 The First Helicopter Escape from French Prison 10:50 Pascal Payet: The Helicopter Escape Artist 18:58 Planning the Perfect Escape 19:56 The Build-Up to the Escape 23:03 The First Helicopter Escape 27:07 The Aftermath of the First Escape 30:27 Planning the Second Escape 34:06 The Second Helicopter Escape 41:27 The Final Capture and Consequences #TrueCrime #PrisonEscape #PascalPayet #TrueCrimePodcast #CrimeDocumentary #HelicopterEscape #FrenchPrison #CriminalMastermind #EscapeStory Scottish word of the week: bowfing Use Code Hooked for 10% off your tickets at https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ [https://www.crimecon.co.uk/] Support this podcast by buying us a coffeebuymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime [buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime]

Eps.57 -The Real Jekyll and Hyde?: The Murderous Dr Hyde and the Swope family Murders

Have you heard of the fictional Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde? Probably. But have you heard of the case of the real Dr Hyde? Long before Dr Harold Shipman, there was Dr Bennett Hyde. This episode explores the chilling case of Dr Bennett Hyde, a doctor involved in grave robbing, poisoning, and murder in early 20th-century Kansas City. Discover how Hyde's crimes were uncovered, the legal battles that ensued, and the lessons on justice and ethics. Use code HOOKED for 10% off your CrimeConUK tickets If you would like to support this podcast, please buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime [buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime] Scottish phrase of the week: Auld lang syne Dr. Hyde and Mr. Swope | KC History -Missouri Valley Special Collections [https://kchistory.org/this-week-kc-history/dr-hyde-and-mr-swope] The Case of Dr. Hyde & Mr. Swope,1909-10 - HistoricalCrimeDetective.com [https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/dr-hyde-mr-swope/] Dr. Hyde Trial: 1910 |Encyclopedia.com [https://www.encyclopedia.com/law/law-magazines/dr-hyde-trial-1910] Dr. Bennett Clark Hyde | Photos |Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers [https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/hyde-bennett-photos.htm] Kansas City's great unsolved murdermystery: The death of Thomas Swope | KCUR - Kansas City news and NPR [https://www.kcur.org/history/2023-10-25/thomas-swope-park-murder-trial-bennett-hyde-kansas-city-mystery] The Man Who Poisoned A Dynasty: TheStory of Bennett Clark Hyde [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2529802/episodes/18006857-the-man-who-poisoned-a-dynasty-the-story-of-bennett-clark-hyde]       Book Deathson Pleasant Street: The Ghastly Enigma of Colonel Swope and Doctor Hyde (ISBN [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)] 978-1931112918 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1931112918]), Giles Fowler

Eps.56: The Great Escapes: Uncovering France's Most Daring Prison Breaks/Michel Vajour

Michel Vajour, known as the "King of Escape," offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of prison breaks. Born in 1951 in northern France, Michel's childhood was anything but ordinary. After being abandoned by his parents, he was raised by an aunt who loved him dearly until her untimely death. This left him in the care of his alcoholic parents, pushing him toward a life of rebellion and petty crime. At just 18, Michel became a father and struggled to leave his criminal past behind. Despite working at a factory, he found himself drawn to the thrill of joyriding in stolen cars, which ultimately led to his arrest for grand theft auto. Michel's first stint in prison lasted 30 months, during which he became known as a problem prisoner. He fell into the wrong crowd, and his criminal activities escalated. He later stated that his time in prison only deepened his criminal tendencies, as he learned from other inmates. Michel's most notorious escapes involved elaborate planning and daring execution, often utilizing unexpected methods. One of his most famous escapes was a helicopter heist that became legendary in France. Scottish phrase of the week: tattie boggie Use code HOOKED for 10% off your tickets to https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ [https://www.crimecon.co.uk/]  Support this podcast by buying us a coffee buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime [buymeacoffee/hookedontruecrime]Also available on YouTube The Daring Love Story of NadineVaujour: The French Woman Who Learned to Fly a Helicopter to Break Her Husbandout of Prison [https://www.utterlyinteresting.com/post/the-daring-love-story-of-nadine-vaujour-the-french-woman-who-learned-to-fly-a-helicopter-to-break-h] A PARIS PRISONER FLEES BY COPTER -The New York Times [https://www.nytimes.com/1986/05/27/world/a-paris-prisoner-flees-by-copter.html] The Vaujour Escape [https://thelesserstories.com/blogs/the-lesser-stories-the-blog/posts/6351838/a-delicious-prison-break] MY GREATEST ESCAPE – Le Bureau –Paris [https://thebureaufilms.com/paris/films/my-greatest-escape/?lang=en] Escape of Michel Vaujour from theHealth Prison - Video available for purchase, rights included - mediaclip [https://mediaclip.ina.fr/en/i20331114-escape-of-michel-vaujour-from-the-health-prison.html] The Woman Who Got a Pilot’s Licenseto Help Her Husband Escape From Prison | by Andrei Tapalaga ✒️ | Medium [https://andrei-tapalaga.medium.com/the-woman-who-got-a-pilots-license-to-help-her-husband-escape-from-prison-a14fff1a6eed] Police identify pilot in helicopterprison break - UPI Archives [https://www.upi.com/Archives/1986/05/27/Police-identify-pilot-in-helicopter-prison-break/3116517550400/]