The Girl Who Loved Pink: The Murder of Brianna Ghey | Ep. 238

The Girl Who Loved Pink: The Murder of Brianna Ghey | Ep. 238

On a Saturday afternoon in February 2023, 16-year-old Brianna Ghey left her home in Birchwood, Warrington, to meet a friend. It might not sound like much, but for her, it was a big step. She’d made the journey on her own, got the bus, and was doing what any teenager would do, heading out to spend time with someone she trusted.


But as the afternoon went on, something didn’t feel right. A message she sent to a friend hinted at that. A quiet moment of doubt. And not long after that, in Culcheth Linear Park, everything changed. Because what happened to Brianna wasn’t a random, spur-of-the-moment act. It was planned.


In this episode of British Murders with Stuart Blues, I take an in-depth look at the murder of Brianna Ghey. A case that shocked Warrington, the North West, and the entire UK. We’ll explore who Brianna was, how she met her killers, and how a seemingly normal friendship turned into something unthinkable.


I’ll walk you through the full timeline of events on February 11, 2023, from Brianna leaving home, to her final moments in Culcheth Linear Park. We’ll also examine the background of the two teenagers responsible, the disturbing messages uncovered by police, and the evidence presented during the trial at Manchester Crown Court.


This episode also covers the investigation by Cheshire Police, the arrest and charging of the two suspects, and the court case that followed, where both were found guilty of Brianna's murder. We’ll look at the sentencing, the motives discussed in court - including obsession, violence and vulnerability -and the wider questions this case raises.


But beyond the crime itself, this is about remembering Brianna. A 16-year-old girl described as funny, confident and full of life. Someone who loved pink, made people laugh, and had plans for her future. Plans that were taken away far too soon.


This case sparked national conversation across the UK, including discussions around online behaviour, youth violence, vulnerability, and the importance of trust. It also led to widespread public tributes, vigils across cities like Manchester, Liverpool and London, and ongoing efforts by Brianna’s family to create a positive legacy in her name.


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