Trigger Warning: This episode covers crimes against children and suicide, so listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of “Scotland Today,” Dawn explores the haunting case of Ellen Hannah, who, on the 31st March 1896, tragically took the lives of her three youngest children in Pollokshaws, Glasgow, before attempting to end her own. With sensitivity and care, Dawn highlights Ellen’s struggle with deep melancholy, shedding light on the devastating effects of mental illness in a time when support was scarce. This sobering story, filled with community reactions and heartbreak, serves as a grim reminder of the shadows that can exist behind closed doors.

Please Be Advised – This episode may contain content that some may find distressing. As always, we advise listener discretion. This episode it not suitable for anyone under the age of 13.