In this bonus episode, Simon and Tom discuss a harrowing crime from 1985 where three soldiers were brutally murdered in Midlothian, Scotland. They begin by catching up on recent events, including a disturbing case of a young man who pled guilty to stabbing three girls, compared to a school shooter profile constrained by the UK's lack of guns. They then dive deep into the Glencorse killings, exploring the crime scene, the initial investigation led by Detective Superintendent Brian Cunningham, and the pivotal role of Colonel Clive Fairweather. Suspicions quickly turned inward, leading to the arrest of Corporal Andrew Walker. The meticulous investigation detailed will fascinate listeners, from the matching of bullets to the recovery of key evidence. They also draw parallels to modern-day media management issues, reflecting on how such cases were handled differently in the past. The episode honours the memory of the victims and the professionals involved, underscoring the emotional and procedural complexities of the case.
00:00 Introduction and Travel Plans
00:13 Media Spotlight and Tom's Solo Career
00:59 Discussion on Southport Killings
02:37 Media Management in Major Cases
04:58 Glencorse Killings Overview
14:38 Details of the Glencorse Incident
20:34 Uncovering the Truth: IRA Involvement Debunked
21:11 Detective's Intuition: Spotting the Unusual
22:07 Inside Job: The Army Connection
23:12 Tracking the Weapon: Army Records and Leads
24:13 Witness Breakthrough: The Fourth Man
26:40 The Gunman Revealed: Corporal Andrew Walker
27:28 Ballistics and Evidence: Sealing the Case
28:20 Background of the Victims: Honoring the Fallen
29:26 Walker’s Motive: Lifestyle and Debt
31:00 The Aftermath: Walker’s Fate and Legacy
33:05 Cold Case Reflections: Remembering the Heroes
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