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Scottish Murders

Scottish Murders

By: Cluarantonn
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 Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, fortnightly podcast that brings to light the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland and the relentless pursuit for justice in solved and unsolved cases, and is sensitively and respectfully hosted by Dawn.Cluarantonn True Crime
Episodes
  • A Supermarket Nightmare: How a Killer Walked Among Us Part 1

    A Supermarket Nightmare: How a Killer Walked Among Us Part 1
    Oct 28 2025
    Dawn, host of Scottish Murders, explores a chilling case that unfolds in two parts. The episodes focus on John Cant Smith, a man whose extensive criminal history raised questions about the justice system. Dawn recounts John Cant Smith's attempted abduction of Dr. Frances Smith in 2006, a time when his prior convictions for murder and rape were disclosed. Dawn also discusses the lenient sentencing practices of the 1980s, and tries to understand why this man was ever released from prison.

    SOURCES:
    Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/johncantsmith

    British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link

    SUPPORT US:
    Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
    Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
    Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
    Website - scottishmurders.com
    Twitter - @scottishmurders
    Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
    Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
    YouTube - @ScottishMurders
    Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders

    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Tudor - Bonnie Grace - epidemicsound
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    17 mins
  • Pat McAdam: When Legal Hurdles Obstruct Cold Case Justice

    Pat McAdam: When Legal Hurdles Obstruct Cold Case Justice
    Oct 6 2025
    This episode covers the final developments in Pat McAdam's disappearance case. It details the 2004 breakthrough leading to Thomas Ross Young's arrest, subsequent legal challenges, and the ultimate decision not to indict him. It explores the impact of the Angus Sinclair trial on historical cases and discusses the frustrations of Pat's family. It also examines the controversy surrounding psychic involvement in the case and questions the ethics of labelling Pat McAdam’s disappearance as a "classic" psychic case. It concludes by reflecting on the case's unresolved nature, 58 years after Pat's disappearance.

    SOURCES:
    Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/patmcadam/

    British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link

    SUPPORT US:
    Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
    Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
    Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
    Website - scottishmurders.com
    Twitter - @scottishmurders
    Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
    Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
    YouTube - @ScottishMurders
    Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders

    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Tudor - Bonnie Grace - epidemicsound
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    21 mins
  • Unmasking a Monster: Thomas Young's Decades of Depravity

    Unmasking a Monster: Thomas Young's Decades of Depravity
    Sep 29 2025
    Trigger Warning: This episode covers the topic of rape and domestic abuse, so listener discretion is advised.

    This episode of Scottish Murders focuses on Thomas Ross Young, a serial rapist and murderer active in Scotland during the 1960s and 70s. Dawn recounts Thomas’ troubled childhood, his violent marriage, and his escalating criminal behaviour. As a long-distance lorry driver, Thomas preyed on women across the UK, culminating in his conviction for the murder of Frances Barker. The episode also explores Thomas’ potential connection to other unsolved cases, including Pat McAdam's disappearance.

    SOURCES:
    Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/patmcadam/

    British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link

    SUPPORT US:
    Patreon - patreon.com/scottishmurders
    Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
    Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
    Website - scottishmurders.com
    Twitter - @scottishmurders
    Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast
    Facebook - facebook.com/scottishmurdurs
    YouTube - @ScottishMurders
    Linktree - linktr.ee/scottishmurders

    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Tudor - Bonnie Grace - epidemicsound
    Show More Show Less
    31 mins
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