From Cold Case to Conviction: The 27-Year Hunt for Norah Trott’s Killer

From Cold Case to Conviction: The 27-Year Hunt for Norah Trott’s Killer

On Monday, November 6, 1978, Norah left her flat and ventured out in the late evening, planning to go to Southend-on-Sea, visiting a friend who was unwell. Norah’s car was parked in a garage behind The Old Ship pub, not even a hundred yards from her flat. Making the journey in the dark wasn’t too daunting as the car was merely a short walk away. Besides, there was plenty of foot traffic, and the streets were well lit. It was a journey she made often...


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This episode was researched and written by Benjamin Fitton.


Narration, audio editing and production direction also by Benjamin Fitton. Script editing, illustrations and production direction by Rosanna Fitton.

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