1967's Vanishing Hitchhiker:
The Pat McAdam Story
Episode Summary
This episode explores the disappearance of 17-year-old Pat McAdam in February 1967. It recounts Pat’s last known movements, from a night out in Glasgow to hitchhiking home with a friend. The case takes a dark turn when Pat vanishes after being dropped off by a lorry driver. The episode examines the extensive police investigation, including nationwide searches and public appeals. It also introduces the lorry driver who was the last person to see Pat alive, and his criminal history. The host promises more twists in future episodes, including involvement of a clairvoyant and potential breakthroughs in the case.
The Father Who Never Lost Hope | Sunday Post | Sunday 03 August 1969 | British Newspaper Archive
11,000-Volt Shock Kills Driver | Sunday Post | Sunday 03 August 1969 | British Newspaper Archive
H Years | Daily Express | Saturday 22 January 1972 | British Newspaper Archive
Police Appeal Over Dead | The Scotsman | Monday 24 January 1972 | British Newspaper Archive
Powder Compact Traps A Killer | The Scotsman | Wednesday 26 October 1977 | British Newspaper Archive
Vanished Five Years Ago | The Scotsman | Saturday 22 January 1972 | British Newspaper Archive
Dumfries teenager’s disappearance may never be solved | HeraldScotland
OAP CHARGED WITH 40-YEAR-OLD MURDER; Video link to court. – Free Online Library
BBC NEWS | Scotland | Man, 70, charged with 1967 murder
44-years on and case remains a mystery – Daily Record
The Glasgow crime story of Pat McAdam | Glasgow Times
Anniversary of Dumfries teenager Pat McAdam’s disappearance – Daily Record
After 50 years questions remain over Pat McAdam puzzle – DNG Online Limited
OAP CHARGED WITH 40-YEAR-OLD MURDER; Video link to court. – Free Online Library
Dumfries murder suspect dies in prison | Border – ITV News
A74(M) and M74 motorways – Wikipedia
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