The Dark Side of Jury Service: The Liam Fee Case
The Dark Side of Jury Service:
The Liam Fee Case
Episode Summary
LISTENER DISCRETION is strongly advised due to the disturbing content in this episode.
In this intense episode, the host, Dawn, explores the tragic case of two-and-a-half-year-old Liam Fee’s murder in 2014, near Glenrothes, Fife. The episode examines the role of jury service in the justice system, highlighting the emotional burden it can impose. Listeners are guided through the distressing details of the trial, where two defendants face charges of murder and severe abuse. The narrative includes chilling testimonies, such as pre-recorded interviews with young boys who lived with the accused, revealing shocking allegations of abuse. As the episode unfolds, the Dawn encourages listeners to consider the evidence as jurors did, reflecting on the weight of the information presented. With further shocking revelations expected in upcoming episodes, this episode serves as a stark reminder of the grim realities within the justice system.
Liam Fee murder: Trial adjourned after juror falls ill
Liam Fee murder: Toddler ‘˜dropped off radar’ of social services
Liam Fee murder: Rachel and Nyomi Fee both guilty
Liam Fee: Inside the minds of the women who killed toddler | The Herald
Gateshead toddler Liam Fee’s murder could not have been prevented experts rule – Chronicle Live
Liam Fee murder case: Social worker found guilty of misconduct | The National
Liam Fee suffered horrendous abuse, investigating officer says | The Herald
Liam Fee: The boy with a cheeky smile who was subjected to horrific abuse | The Herald
Young boys’ courage helped unravel couple’s web of lies | The Herald
Liam Fee murder: ‘˜No evidence’ accused assaulted toddler
Liam Fee social worker feels she has been blamed for the toddler’s murder – Chronicle Live
Liam Fee murder trial: Court told accused was left shocked by toddler’s death
Liam Fee murder: Social workers to face “difficult questions”
Medics ‘believed mother’s lies about murdered toddler Liam Fee self-harming’
Liam Fee: Inside the trial of boy’s murderers – BBC News
Former friend of Liam Fee killers says ‘no sentence long enough’ – BBC News
Liam Fee: Mother and partner given life sentences – BBC News
Liam Fee murder: Toddler suffered a ‘ruptured heart’ – BBC News
The shocking abuse of toddler Liam Fee – BBC News
New evidence of Liam Fee social work visit weeks before murder – BBC News
Liam Fee trial: The horrific evidence heard by the jury – BBC News
Do we know the whole truth about three child deaths? – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Nursery staff ‘had concerns’ before boy’s death – BBC News
Will lessons be learned from Liam Fee’s death? – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused researched broken bones on phones – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Mother admits neglect but not murder – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused says she did not assault toddler – BBC News
Liam Fee: Social worker makes ‘scapegoat’ claim – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused says toddler ‘self-harming’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Boy ‘made up’ toddler strangling story – BBC News
Liam Fee murder: Trial hears strangle claim in 999 call – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Nyomi Fee made ‘terrible mistake’ neglecting child – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused told boy she had ‘killed his dad’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Childminder tells of toddler’s bruises – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: High Court told of ‘blood-curdling scream’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Jury weep as they watch police video – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused ‘knew toddler was dead’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: ‘No concerns’ over child murder interviews – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Mother cried during murder charge – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused couple ‘panicking’ over cage – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Jury sent home until Monday – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Liam accused showed ‘heartless cruelty’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused couple ‘knew they were in trouble’ – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Ill juror leads to verdict delay – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: Accused denies deleting phone calls the night toddler died – BBC News
Liam Fee murder: Stamp may have caused fatal heart injury – BBC News
Liam Fee murder trial: What next for the jurors? – BBC News
What is the chance of being called for jury service? – BBC News
Juror says Liam Fee murder evidence ‘will never leave’ him – BBC News
Liam Fee mother to appeal against murder conviction – BBC News
Rachel Fee must wait for decision on Liam Fee murder appeal – BBC News
Rachel Fee’s murder appeal rejected – BBC News
Killer Fife mum of Liam Fee brags about ‘secret engagement’ to murderer fiance – Edinburgh Live
Liam Fee Significant Case Review – SASW Statement | BASW
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The Last Days of Mary Timney: Crime, Confession, and Capital Punishment
The Last Days of
Mary Timney:
Crime, Confession, and Capital Punishment
Episode Summary
In this episode, host Dawn explores into the chilling case of Mary Timney, a woman convicted of the brutal murder of Ann Hannah in 1862. The episode meticulously unravels the events leading up to Mary Timney’s trial, highlighting her persistent claims of innocence despite the circumstantial evidence against her. Dawn explores the dramatic confession that emerged, altering public perception and sparking widespread debate.
The narrative is set against the backdrop of 19th-century Scotland, where societal norms and legal practices were under scrutiny. Dawn examines the intense public discourse surrounding capital punishment, particularly the implications of executing a woman. The episode captures the fervour of petitions and public outcry, reflecting the complexities of justice and mercy during that era.
As the story unfolds, listeners are invited to reflect on the moral and legal questions raised by the case. Dawn probes whether Mary Timney’s execution was justified or if her gender played a role in the severity of her sentence. Through detailed storytelling, the episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of a pivotal moment in Scottish legal history, encouraging listeners to consider the broader implications of justice and societal values.
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Episode Summary
In this episode of ‘Scotland Then’, host Dawn takes listeners on a journey through historical newspaper stories from April 1862. The episode features intriguing tales, including a sensationalised theft in Kilmarnock, a tragic railway accident, and a boating mishap near Dunoon. Dawn also shares lighter moments with humorous anecdotes from the period’s newspapers. Throughout the episode, Dawn provides shout-outs to fans met at Crimecon in London and highlights upcoming events, including a podcasting gathering in Newcastle. The episode concludes with a nod to the British Newspaper Archive, encouraging listeners to explore historical records further.
The Colony Of Victoria. | Glasgow Herald | Wednesday 16 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Literature. | Inverness Courier | Thursday 24 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
The Glenkens Murder. | Carlisle Journal | Friday 11 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Important To Advertisers. | Falkirk Herald | Thursday 17 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Kirkcudbrightshire – Wikipedia
Dalry, North Ayrshire – Wikipedia
Sir George Grey, 2nd Baronet – Wikipedia
Mary Timney: the last woman publicly hanged in Scotland – BBC News
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Commercial Intelligence. | Dundee Courier | Friday 02 May 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Trial For Murder. | Morning Post | Thursday 10 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Poems By A Painter. | Daily News (London) | Tuesday 22 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
Liam Fee murder: Review will be ‘thorough and comprehensive’
Liam Fee murder: Neighbours relieved to see justice done
Child Murder.. | North British Agriculturist | Wednesday 23 April 1862 | British Newspaper Archive
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Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
Hosted by Dawn
Researched and Written by Dawn Young
Edited and Produced by Erin Ferguson – instagram.com/erinfergus0n/
Production Company Name by Granny Robertson
Intro and Outro Music:
ES_Battle of Aonach Mor – Deskant epidemicsound
SHOW:
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