E41 - The Brutal Murder of James Bulger - Part 1 of 3

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The shocking nature of James’ murder made headlines around the world at the time, so it is a well-known case. But for those of you who have never heard, or have limited knowledge of this case, I need to make you aware that this story involves the violent death of a 2 year old child. However, even for those of you who are familiar with this story, I will warn you, that this will be extremely difficult to listen to at times, as this case involves descriptions of a graphic nature that some listeners may find distressing… it won’t be for everyone, so please bear this in mind before you begin the first of this three part series. If you choose not to listen, I’ll completely understand, but if you decide to listen past beyond this additional content warning, I will warn you as and when you can expect graphic descriptions to help prepare you. If you are affected by any of the content featured in this series, please don’t suffer in silence. I have added some useful links and numbers for support in the episode description, or if you prefer, you can reach out to me via email – Rhiannon@truecrimebritain.com

Friday the 12th of February 1993, started out as any other day for the Bulger family of Kirkby in Merseyside, England. Dad, Ralph had his breakfast as usual while Mum, Denise attempted to feed their son James.

James was always a smiley and cheeky boy and breakfasts could be a challenge, while he chattered away indiscernibly about whatever took his fancy that day. But without fail James would be having Frosties, they were his favourite cereal. While most of the Frosties ended up on the floor, it was a delight to watch him attempt to prove his independence by feeding himself.

Ralph finished his breakfast and Denise got James ready for the short walk around the corner to her mother's house, James’s nana Eileen. Ralph was heading over to his brother in laws home that day to help with a project, while Denise and James would be running errands with her sister-in-law and niece.

But what was supposed to be a simple day of chores and projects with family would become the day the Bulger’s lives as they knew them ended. By that evening their precious two-year-old boy would be missing without a trace in circumstances which would come to shock the nation and indeed the world.

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