Smelly Feet and
Stolen Boots:
The Laundry Room Murder
Episode Summary
This episode of Scottish Murders explores the harrowing case of 16-year-old Diane Graham, tragically murdered in Dundee in 1971. The host scrutinises the contrasting narratives between the Law Killers book and period newspaper reports, questioning the detective’s unexpected empathy for the killer. Listeners are taken through Diane’s life, her last night out, and the swift arrest of her murderer. The episode reveals chilling details of the crime and its devastating impact on Diane’s family, including her mother’s untimely death. This episode challenges perceptions of media portrayal and compassion in criminal cases, leaving listeners to ponder the complexities of justice and empathy.
Episode Summary
Scotland Then 1971: Dundee’s Dark Days
This episode of Scotland Then explores historical events from 1971, focusing on crimes in Dundee and Glasgow. The episode covers unsolved murders, including James Keltie’s case, and violent incidents involving children. It highlights a series of deaths in Dundee, detailing specific cases and their outcomes. The podcast also touches on lighter topics, like the “Ice Cream Bandit” story.
British Newspaper Archive Affiliate Link
Where Is Diane’s Handbag? | Sunday Post | Sunday 07 March 1971 | British Newspaper Archive
The Law Killers: True Crime from Dundee: Amazon.co.uk: McGregor, Alexander: 9781785304781: Books
Glasgow For Sir Isaac | The Scotsman | Tuesday 09 March 1971 | British Newspaper Archive
Fighting Fishermen Of Arbroath | Sunday Post | Sunday 07 March 1971 | British Newspaper Archive
1971 United Kingdom postal workers strike – Wikipedia
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