UK True Crime Podcast
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The UK True Crime Podcast, hosted by Adam Lloyd, is a leading true crime podcast, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday.Shortlisted for Best True Crime Podcast at the 2026 True Crime Podcast Awards and with over 85 million listens, this UK true crime podcast delivers in-depth, well-researched coverage of real-life crime stories from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.Each episode focuses on true crime cases in the UK, placing victims, families, and communities at the centre of the story.From serial killers and other murder cases to missing persons cases, fraud, arson and the whole range of other criminal investigations, the podcast examines a wide range of UK crime stories. Alongside lesser-known crimes, it also offers fresh perspectives on well-known UK cases, making it ideal for listeners searching for true crime podcasts, crime stories, and UK investigations.If you’re interested in true crime, UK true crime podcasts, real criminal cases, and detailed, respectful storytelling, The UK True Crime Podcast provides carefully researched episodes that go beyond the headlines to explore the facts, the context, and the human impact behind every case. Listen every Tuesday and Friday.⚠️ Disclaimer:The cases discussed in this podcast often represents the worst day in many people’s lives. I always aim to tell these stories with empathy and focus on the victims and their families. All information is sourced from publicly available materials, and every effort is made to ensure accuracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 23, 2019 • 23min
The Mild-Mannered Civil Servant - Episode 150
Dating at any stage is a tricky business, but once you are over a certain age and especially if you have children, it gets even more difficult. Kathleen Kirby-Jones, from North London, felt she had met someone worthy of her time and he seemed to get on with her 18 year old son, Michael. But sometimes people just aren't all that they seem, as Kathleen was soon to find out in the most terrible way.SponsorsWith thanks to:www.hellofresh.co.uk promo code, Truecrimewww.stitchfix.co.uk/trueSourceshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1099737/Jailed-The-jealous-civil-servant-hacked-death-estranged-lovers-son-revenge-attack.htmlhttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/civil-servant-gerard-tony-paul-killed-girlfriends-son-jwpqcd0ldbhhttps://www.standard.co.uk/news/spurned-civil-servant-gets-24-years-for-killing-ex-lovers-student-son-6929228.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk/2008/dec/22/gerard-tony-paul-jailed-murderhttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/mother-of-murdered-michael-jones-had-to-fight-off-killer-5p2x2nj2xcbhttps://www.enfieldindependent.co.uk/news/3990156.civil-servant-convicted-of-edmonton-teens-murder/Other sites:www.uktruecrime.comwww.patreon.com/uktruecrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 16, 2019 • 21min
A Snowman in Grimsby: Episode 149
It was that period between Christmas and New Year in 2005 when there are lots of parties and people are having fun. After a night out, 30 year old Fraser Murray, who lived in Grimsby, decided at 2.30am to build a snowman for his 18 month year old daughter to see when she woke up the next morning. But she never saw the snowman - or her Daddy ever again....SponsorWith thanks to:www.stitchfix.co.uk/trueOther sites:www.uktruecrime.comwww.patreon.com/uktruecrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 9, 2019 • 33min
The Cornerman (part two): Episode 148
Today’s episode continues my look at the life and crimes of Andy Baker, known as ‘The Cornerman’ for taking a cut of any deal. We look at his rise from working the doors in Surrey, through to murder trials, drugs and extreme violence. It is a story straight out of the movies but this week, his luck runs out as he is finally convicted by a Jury.SponsorsWith thanks to:www.hellofresh.co.uk promo code, Truecrimewww.stitchfix.co.uk/trueSourcesI have drawn heavily on an amazing piece of investigative journalism at The Cable who covered the life of Andy Baker in four articles. Take a look and make a donation here:https://thebristolcable.org/series/cornerman/Other sources are Wikipedia, The Guardian, The Mirror, Daily Mail, The Independent and Vice.Other sites:www.uktruecrime.comwww.patreon.com/uktruecrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2019 • 29min
The Cornerman: Episode 147
Today’s episode looks at the life and crimes of Andy Baker, known as ‘The Cornerman’ for taking a cut of any deal. We look at his rise from working the doors in Surrey, through to murder trials, drugs and extreme violence. It is a story straight out of the movies.SourcesI have drawn heavily on an amazing piece of investigative journalism at The Cable who covered the life of Andy Baker in four articles. Take a look and make a donation here:https://thebristolcable.org/series/cornerman/Other sources are Wikipedia, The Guardian, The Independent, Vice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2019 • 26min
A Football Club Drama: Episode 146
Queens Park Rangers football club in West London has a loyal and forgiving supporter base. Success on the pitch has been hard to find, with the last trophy being won in 1967. In this episode of the UK True Crime podcast we examine the bizarre events at the Boardroom of this club which too place in the summer of 2005.Sponsorwww.hellofresh.co.uk and enter the discount code Truecrime Linkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 19, 2019 • 22min
A Mild Flirtation: Episode 145
I bet you see it at your work all the time. Work colleagues getting on well, maybe a little flirtation, all totally harmless. Or is it? This episode of the UK True Crime Podcast from Surrey in 2014, looks at what happened when a little flirtation got totally out of hand. With a terrible conclusion....SponsorsA huge thank you to the sponsor of this weeks show:Heist-studios.com. Use the promotion code HEIST15 for 15% off your first orderLinkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 12, 2019 • 28min
The Motorway Service Station: Episode 144
It was a cold, December night in 1995 and Celine Figard was keen to get to the hotel in Hampshire, to join her cousin. She had so enjoyed spending the summer there. So when the truck driver offered her a lift at Chieveley Services in Berkshire, she jumped in the cab, excited about the coming weeks. But Celine never arrived at the hotel. In this episode I explore just what happened to 19 year old Celine, and why.SponsorsA huge thank you to both sponsors of this weeks show. Please support both.Heist-studios.com. Use the promotion code HEIST15 for 15% off your first orderBeer 52. Use the promotion code beer52.com/crime for your 8 free bottles of craft beerLinkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 5, 2019 • 23min
Murder At The Marina: Episode 143
When the call came on the Saturday afternoon, 33 year old Warren Selkirk drove to Crosby Marina with his two young sons. He got out of the car, telling them he would be back soon, but he never returned. In this episode of the UK True Crime Weekly Podcast we look at just what happened to Warren. And why.Sponsored by Heist-studio.comFor a 15% discount, use the code: HEIST15Linkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 30, 2019 • 22min
A Sex Worker Murder In Leeds: Episode 142
It was December 2015 and many of us vaguely heard on the news that a sex worker had been murdered in the 'designated red light district' of Holbeck, to the south of Leeds City Centre. But who was this person and why was she killed?Linkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 22, 2019 • 25min
Laura Bailey: Episode 141
Laura Bailey was murdered in Liverpool in 2006. With huge thanks to her brother William Bailey, this week I tell the story of her short life. And how she died a true hero.Linkshttps://www.uktruecrime.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/UKTrueCrimehttps://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
