The Glencorse Murders
Crime Time IncJanuary 22, 202539:0735.82 MB

The Glencorse Murders

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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