The Wrong Colours: Episode 401

The episode today is from North London, where 83 year old Elsie Norwood had lived a full life full of kindness, friendship and community. But she was murdered in the most brutal attack in her own home which appeared to be motiveless. Just who had killed Elsie? And why?Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.comWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Juli 25min

Hello, it's Adam. The bonus episode today, is the seventh of my regular monthly conversations with my good friend Stuart, the host of the British Murders Podcast. Once again, we sat down to chat about local, national and international crimes which have really made an impression with us. I hope you find the chat interesting.I will be back as usual on Tuesday with my normal weekly episode.Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcast & YouTube Channelhttps://uktruecrime.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Juli 49min

It is said that on the internet you can be whoever you want to be.For some, this is true in real life too and so it was for Mike Newitt. Facing financial ruin, the married father re-invented his life to be a secret agent of the Govt so convincingly that even his work colleagues and his wife believed him. But it didn't end well for Mike.Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.comWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Juli 26min

This bonus episode of 'Born Bad' was recorded live at CrimeCon London 2025.In this show in front of a live CrimeCon audience hosted by me and Mike from the Murder Mile Podcast, we ask a simple question. Is anyone born bad?Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Juli 42min

This episode is from East Anglia and looks at the story of 17 year-old Amanda Wagg. Amanda had so much going for her in life, but she was being abused by her boyfriend 22 year-old Shaun Thrower and despite doing all she could to leave him, Thrower turned up at her work one normal Wednesday to make one final attempt to reunite with Amanda. The consequences were shocking.This episode also reflects on the warning signs of coercive and controlling behaviour, and the importance of early intervention in situations involving young people and abuse. If you, or someone you know are suffering any form of abuse, you are not alone and help is available from Refuge and their free, 24 hour helpline: 0808 2000 247.Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.comWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 Juli 30min

I was delighted to join one of my favourite podcasters, Grace from the excellent REDRUM True Crime Podcast, as she shared a true crime story which if you didn't know was true, you would be sure it was fiction. A story that stretches from the US to a hospital bed in Glasgow.REDRUM is written and presented by Grace Cordell. Listen to other episodes of the REDRUM podcast, by following these links:https://open.spotify.com/show/1FCoeRZQeDkEJ5i8bGuFpyhttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/redrum-true-crime/id1515905584 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Juli 54min

This episode looks into the story of Joseph Harris, an animal rights activist who went from peaceful campaigning to more extreme action. We talk about what pushed him down that path and the legal trouble that followed. Was he fighting for justice — or going too far?Find out more about me and the UK True Crime Podcasthttps://uktruecrime.comWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou can buy Chris's second book, 'Death in the Theatre' here: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Theatre-Chris-Wood/dp/1399009117 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Juni 29min

Hello, it's Adam. The bonus episode today is the sixth of my regular monthly conversations with my good friend Stuart, the host of the British Murders Podcast. In this recording, live from CrimeCon London earlier this month, we sat down to chat about local, national and international crimes which have really made an impression with us. The live audience were great and included Prof David Wilson - listen out for his insightful contributions.Find out about me and the podcast: https://uktruecrime.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Juni 40min