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...
Episodes(40 episodes)
Lost Evidence. Unanswered Questions. The Death Of Ed Cornes : Episode 1/4
Welcome to this special four-part series of the UK True Crime Podcast, where I explore the life and death of 19-year-old Ed Cornes.Ed had only just begun the next exciting chapter of his life when, in October 2021, he arrived at University College London with ambitions of becoming a barrister. But less than 48 hours later, those ambitions were cut tragically short when paramedics were called to a hotel in King's Cross, just half a mile from his university accommodation, where they found Ed dead.At the time of his death, Ed was in...
Published: Jul 25, 2026Duration: 28m 34s
Trailer : Lost Evidence. Unanswered Questions. The Death Of Ed Cornes
Welcome to this special four-part series of the UK True Crime Podcast, where I explore the life and death of 19-year-old Ed Cornes.Ed had only just begun the next exciting chapter of his life when, in October 2021, he arrived at University College London with ambitions of becoming a barrister. But less than 48 hours later, those ambitions were cut tragically short when paramedics were called to a hotel in King's Cross, just half a mile from his university accommodation, where they found Ed dead.At the time of his death, Ed was in...
Published: Jul 25, 2026Duration: 30s
Daniel Khalife : Spy, Soldier or Fantasist? | Episode 529
You will probably remember Daniel Khalife for his extraordinary escape from HMP Wandsworth. But his story started long before that. In this episode, I look at how a young British Army soldier became caught up in a world of espionage, the events that led to his arrest, and the remarkable prison escape that made headlines around the world. It's a story of ambition, deception and some surprisingly old-fashioned spycraft.I release episodes of the UK True Crime podcast every Tuesday and Friday, so please do join me again on Tuesday for the next regular episode and...
Published: Jul 23, 2026Duration: 32m 32s
Murdered Weeks From Becoming A Mum : Episode 528
Maria Toomey was just weeks away from giving birth when she vanished. When police finally found Maria, they uncovered a quite dreadful scene that shocked even experienced detectives. This is a heartbreaking story from Hull of a life, and a future, stolen by an act of unimaginable violence.Please join me for the next episode of the UK True Crime Podcast on Friday - two episodes a week, every Tuesday and Friday.Support me at Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/UKTrueCrimeWriting Credit: Chris WoodYou...
Published: Jul 20, 2026Duration: 29m 0s
The Bogus Doctor : Episode 527
We all trust our doctors, don't we? In many ways, we have little choice. We rely on them to diagnose illness, offer advice and make decisions that can have a profound impact on our lives.But in today's episode of the UK True Crime podcast, I look at the extraordinary story of a doctor who wasn't at all what she seemed. For more than two decades, she practised medicine in the UK despite not being properly qualified, exposing serious failures in the systems designed to protect patients. It's a story of deception, misplaced trust and missed...
Published: Jul 16, 2026Duration: 27m 43s
The Canal Crash Wasn't An Accident : Episode 526
Can you imagine anything much more scary than when a family car plunges into the freezing waters of the Bridgewater Canal, leaving those inside fighting for their lives? At first, it appeared to be a tragic accident - but as investigators began to look more closely, disturbing questions emerges. This episode is a case of family, deception and a series of shocking revelations that would leave detectives uncovering a truth few could ever have imagined and will leave you asking one question - who can you ever really trust?I release episodes of the UK True...
Published: Jul 13, 2026Duration: 28m 8s
Bonus Episode : Interview With Kerry Daynes - Top Forensic Psychologist
What goes on inside the mind of a killer?In this special episode, I'm joined by top forensic psychologist Kerry Daynes, who has spent her career assessing and treating some of the UK's most dangerous offenders. We talk about dangerous criminals, manipulation, violent crime, and what she's learned from sitting face-to-face with people most of us hope never to meet. It's a fascinating conversation that offers a rare insight into the psychology of crime.You can listen more to Kerry in her excellent new podcast, 'The Profiler'https://podcasts.apple.com...
Published: Jul 11, 2026Duration: 55m 44s
The Drugs Mule : Episode 525
Melissa Reid and Michaella McCollum became known around the world as the "Peru Two" after they were caught trying to smuggle 11 kilograms of cocaine out of Peru.They said they had been drawn into the operation by an organised crime gang and felt they couldn't back out, while others argued they had knowingly taken a huge risk in return for money. Their arrest made headlines across the globe and sparked years of debate about where the line lies between exploitation and personal responsibility. In this episode, I look beyond the headlines to explore how two teenagers...
Published: Jul 9, 2026Duration: 28m 42s
The Stalker Who Walked Free : Episode 524
"Is it fair that a young lady who dresses to attract, the queen bee attracting the drones, the queen bee that dresses to kill... cries out foul because somebody finds her attractive?" Shockingly, those were the words of the defence barrister during the trial. Understandably, this sparked widespread outrage at the time and remains one of the most extraordinary examples of victim blaming in a British courtroom.A chance encounter with a stranger turned Perry Southall's life into a nightmare. What followed was a relentless campaign of stalking that left her living in...
Published: Jul 6, 2026Duration: 29m 6s
The Lockdown Killing : Episode 523
Scott Gilhooly was a well-known and popular landlord in Essex who lost his life after trying to help someone in need. His kindness was repaid with an act of shocking violence that left his family, friends and the local community devastated.In this episode, I examine the events that led to Scott's murder, the police investigation, the trial and the heartbreaking victim impact statements that showed the lasting impact of his loss.I release episodes of the UK True Crime podcast every Tuesday and Friday, so please do join me again on Tuesday...
Published: Jul 2, 2026Duration: 22m 39s
Devil Worship, Obsession and Murder : Episode 522
Elizabeth Simms-Rees was a kind and trusting young woman whose life was brutally cut short at just 21 by someone she considered a friend.The man responsible, Richard Cullen, had a long history of violence and a disturbing obsession with the occult and devil worship. In this episode, I examine the events leading up to one of Swansea's most shocking murders, the investigation that followed, and the lasting impact of Elizabeth's murder.Please join me for the next episode of the UK True Crime Podcast on Friday.Support me at Patreon:<...
Published: Jun 29, 2026Duration: 25m 5s
Murdered Just Steps From Home : Episode 521
Scott Pritchard was just 19 years old when he was brutally attacked only yards from his family home in Sunderland. The football-mad teenager, who was recovering from a broken foot and relying on crutches, was especially vulnerable when he was ambushed and fatally struck with a blunt object.For years, his murder remained one of the North East's most enduring unsolved cases. His family suffered unimaginable heartbreak, while Scott's dad faced the additional anguish of being wrongly suspected of his own son's killing. In this episode, I examine the investigation, the mistakes, the unanswered questions, and the...
Published: Jun 25, 2026Duration: 28m 39s
The Football Fraud : Episode 520
Medi Abalimba had a talent for convincing people he was someone else. Over the years, he posed as professional footballers, wealthy businessmen and well-connected insiders, gaining access to luxury lifestyles and the trust of his victims. In this episode of the UK True Crime podcast, I examine the rise and repeated downfall of one of Britain's most prolific fraudsters, and how his lies continued to convince new victims to spend their mone on him, despite his multiple convictions. Sometimes it seems, jsut having the confidence is everything...I release episodes of the UK True Crime podcast...
Published: Jun 22, 2026Duration: 28m 40s
Bonus Episode : Christian Brückner - The Prime Suspect In The Madeleine McCann case. Interview With German Journalist, Alex Frieling
This podcast normally has a focus on victims of crime. Today, is different as I focus on the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, Christian Brückner.In this special episode, I chat with Alex Frieling, a freelance German journalist covering crime, justice and investigative stories. He has reported extensively on Christian Brückner and the disappearance of Madeleine McCann for several British and German media outlets, including the Daily Mirror and The Sun. Over the past few years, he has attended court hearings, spoken with sources connected to the case and conducted on-the-ground rep...
Published: Jun 20, 2026Duration: 55m 9s
Murder In Broad Daylight : Episode 519
A special extended podcast today.When Molly McLaren ended a short relationship, she believed it was the start of a new chapter. Instead, she found herself subjected to relentless stalking and harassment by a former partner who refused to accept the breakup. As the obsession intensified, Molly repeatedly tried to protect herself and move forward with her life. Tragically, her fears became reality when the stalking culminated in a shocking act of violence.In this episode, I explore Molly's story, the warning signs of coercive and obsessive behaviour, and the lasting impact her...
Published: Jun 18, 2026Duration: 51m 13s
When Stalking Turns To Murder : Episode 518
In this episode of the UK True Crime Podcast, I examine the tragic murder of Jessie Hurlstone, a young woman living in Devon whose life was taken following a campaign of obsessive stalking that escalated into deadly violence. I explore Jessie’s life, the investigation that followed her killing, the evidence presented in court, and the conviction of Stephen Webber.. This is a heartbreaking case that serves as a powerful reminder that stalking is never harmless and should always be taken seriously.Please join me for the next episode of the UK True Crime Podcast on Fr...
Published: Jun 15, 2026Duration: 32m 29s
"I Am Your Worst Nightmare" : Episode 517
In this episode of the UK True Crime Podcast, I look at the disturbing case of Matthew Falder, a seemingly ordinary university administrator who led a disturbing double life online. Using fake identities, manipulation and blackmail, Falder targeted vulnerable victims across the world, coercing them into degrading and harmful acts.I explore how his crimes were uncovered, the international investigation that brought him down, and the devastating impact his actions had on those he targeted. It's one of the most disturbing online abuse cases ever prosecuted in the UK.I will be back...
Published: Jun 11, 2026Duration: 27m 34s
Murder Predicted On Tape : Episode 516
When businessman Gabriel Moh Fooksim was found stabbed to death at his Liverpool flat, detectives uncovered a complex relationship marked by jealousy, betrayal, and escalating violence. As the investigation unfolded, hidden cassette recordings revealed chilling threats and explosive arguments that would become key evidence in the case. In this episode of the UK True Crime Podcast, we explore the turbulent affair that ended in murder, the remarkable recordings that helped uncover the truth, and the devastating impact the crime had on those left behind.Join me again on Friday for the next episode of the UK...
Published: Jun 8, 2026Duration: 29m 21s
Bonus Episode : Interview With Forensic Pathologist Dr Richard Shepherd
For this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Dr Richard Shepherd, one of Britain's most respected forensic pathologists.Having conducted more than 23,000 post-mortem examinations, Dr Shepherd has worked on some of the most significant criminal investigations and disasters of modern times. In this interview, he shares remarkable insights into forensic pathology, discusses the realities of investigating suspicious deaths, and reflects on the cases that have stayed with him throughout his extraordinary career.I was fascinated by this conversation and I know that you will be too. And to hear more from Dr Sh...
Published: Jun 6, 2026Duration: 42m 6s
The Price Of Obsession : Episode 515
Peter Lee was a respected businessman who had built one of the North East's largest bus companies - looking in from the outside, he had it all. But behind the scenes, he was secretly stealing hundreds of thousands of pounds from his own business to fund an obsession with a London sex worker.As the deception grew, so did the consequences. What began as a fantasy would eventually lead to criminal charges, a prison sentence, the collapse of his company and the loss of hundreds of jobs. In this episode, I examine the extraordinary rise and...
Published: Jun 4, 2026Duration: 28m 43s