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Dawn, being Scottish herself, started the podcast in 2021 to showcase the lesser-known murders that have happened in Scotland, as while it is well known as ‘Bonnie Scotland’, it does have a very dark side too.
Dawn also speaks to victims family members when at all possible, which gives them a chance to tell their own loved ones story, and covers both solved and unsolved cases.
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Scotland Today Surviving the Shot: The Rothes Incident of 1905
The episode revisits a dramatic night in Rothes, Scotland, on 26 May, 1905, when a routine police patrol turned violent. The quiet town was rocked after Constable William Baron was shot at close…
Murder in the Wilds: The Darryl Fitch Tragedy
In this special episode of Scottish Murders, Dawn and her husband Peter recount the tragic and gripping case of Darryl Fitch, who was murdered in 2015. As they travel to Glasgow to participate in a…
Scotland Today 1999: The Monklands Bridge Gangland Executions
In this episode of Scotland Today, Dawn revisits one of Scotland’s most chilling unsolved gangland double murders: the deaths of John Nisbet and William Lindsay in October 1999. This detailed…
Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special
In this episode, investigative journalist Hazel Martin and documentary director Stephen Bennett discuss with Dawn their BBC documentary "The Man in the Mask," which examines the 1994 murder of…
Secrets, Theories, and Slander: Who Killed Mary Gunn?
In this episode of Scottish Murders, Dawn covers the perplexing, unsolved 1913 murder of Mary Spear Gunn at Portencross. Drawing on Stephen Brown’s meticulously researched book, "Who Killed Mary…
Scotland Today: A Mother’s Melancholy: The Pollokshaws Triple Murder
Trigger Warning: This episode covers crimes against children and suicide, so listener discretion is advised.In this episode of "Scotland Today," Dawn explores the haunting case of Ellen Hannah, who,…
When Tragedy Strikes Twice: Michelle Wenden and Dugald Campbell
Journey through tragedy, courage, and the enduring impact of violence with Dawn as she explores two Scottish cases that left lasting scars on families and communities. This episode is a sobering…
Scotland Today: Killer or Scapegoat? The Bizarre Twist That Set a Murderer Free
Travel back to March 1945 as we revisit a moment in Greenock’s history that is as gripping as it is unsettling. This debut 'Scotland Today' episode shines a light on crime, justice, and enduring…
A Holiday Never Taken: The Killing of WPC Irene Martin
In this episode Dawn unravels the tragic death of Irene Martin, a beloved Scottish police officer. Listeners are taken through Irene’s life, her relationships, and the chilling events surrounding…
Unravelling the Cameron Legacy: Heartache, Justice, and Denial Part 4
Welcome to the final instalment of our Kay Wyllie and Nancy Nichol case.In this episode, Dawn unpacks the aftermath following the conviction of murderer, Andrew Cameron, and explores the profound…
Justice Delayed: Controversy, Appeals, and the Search for Truth Part 3
In this episode, Dawn picks up the story as the jury returns its verdict in the sensational double murder trial of Andrew Cameron for the murders of Kay Wyllie and Nancy Nichol. The episode covers…
Uncovering the High Court Drama: The Kay and Nancy Murder Case Continues Part 2
In this episode, we continue the story by stepping inside the courtroom of the 1985 murder trial, as 19-year-old Andrew Cameron stands accused of brutally murdering Kay Wyllie and Nancy…
Lost Daughters: The Tragic Fate of Kay Wylie and Nancy Nichol Part 1
Welcome to another episode of Scottish Murders. This week, Dawn takes us back to Ayrshire in the 1980s to explore the tragic murders of Kay Wylie and Nancy Nichol. In part one, Dawn details the…
The Mystery Woman in Dark Clothes: What Really Happened the Night James Craik Died?
In this episode of Scottish Murders, host Dawn explores the unresolved case of James Craik, a 49-year-old man found dead in his Huntly, Aberdeenshire flat on 12th March 1997. The episode pieces…
Scotland Then: Master Keys, Murder Trials and Incredible Survival Stories from Scotland’s 1983
Subscribe and Watch on YouTube at Scottish Murders YouTubeWelcome back to another Scotland Then, where we journey through intriguing and sometimes shocking stories from Scotland’s past as reported in…
Murder, Mourning and Mystery: The Haunting History of Castle Fraser
Castle Fraser in Aberdeenshire stands as one of Scotland's largest tower houses, concealing centuries of dark secrets within its 1450s core. Beyond the colourful walled gardens lies a fortress of…
When Life Doesn't Mean Life: John Cant Smith’s Pattern of Violence - Part 2
Part two continues to look at the disturbing case of John Cant Smith, a convicted murderer and rapist who was released from prison despite mounting evidence he remained dangerous. After serving 19…
A Supermarket Nightmare: How a Killer Walked Among Us Part 1
Dawn, host of Scottish Murders, explores a chilling case that unfolds in two parts. The episodes focus on John Cant Smith, a man whose extensive criminal history raised questions about the justice…
Scotland Then: From Clay Traps to Classroom Gaps: A Snapshot of 1967 Scotland
This episode of Scotland Then explores newspaper stories from March 1967, focusing on the time around Pat McAdam's disappearance. It covers a range of events, including a man trapped in clay for…
Pat McAdam: When Legal Hurdles Obstruct Cold Case Justice Part 4
This episode covers the final developments in Pat McAdam's disappearance case. It details the 2004 breakthrough leading to Thomas Ross Young's arrest, subsequent legal challenges, and the ultimate…
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