True Crime

Following the rules- how 'Scream' inspired a legion of copycat killings -

Following the rules: how ‘Scream’ inspired a legion of copycat killings

“What’s your favourite scary movie?”

Mar 10, 2026

The murder case that gave rise to Donald Trump's political aspirations -

The Central Park Five: How a murder case made Donald Trump a political figure

Shameful.

Mar 9, 2026

Cradle of Dipshits- why black metal fans burnt down churches

Cradle of Dipshits: why Swedish black metal fans burnt down churches

It’s just a bit of fun… Until it’s not.

Mar 7, 2026

Mary Bell – Newcastle’s youngest serial killer

Mary Bell: Newcastle’s youngest serial killer

The Devil’s Seed.

Mar 6, 2026

Why did Norman Mailer nearly stab his wife to death?

Why did Norman Mailer nearly stab his wife to death at a party?

Consequences need to be enforced.

Feb 27, 2026

Let Me Take You Down- why does Mark David Chapman keep getting denied parole?

Let Me Take You Down: why does Mark David Chapman keep getting denied parole?

It just feels wrong, doesn’t it?

Feb 25, 2026

From Freak to Felon- the depressing story of Grady Stiles Jr.

‘Lobster Boy’: The truly depressing story of a disfigured child who went from the circus to murder

Is a monster born or made?

Feb 24, 2026

Making a killing- did Negativland inspire a killing spree?

Did the rock band Negativland really inspire a brutal killing spree?

You’re rather inspire a band, wouldn’t you?

Feb 14, 2026

10 times crime emulated movies

10 real-life crimes inspired by movies

Don’t try this at home.

Feb 11, 2026

The tragedy of the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars

Serious Chimes Squad: The brutal tragedy of the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars

Yup, you read that right.

Feb 10, 2026