In this episode, Ali recounts a chilling tale from the early hours of Guy Fawkes night in 1930. Two young men, William and Al, stumble upon a mysterious fire and a well-dressed stranger with a briefcase. further up the road they find a burning car, which, unfortunately, contains a body. But who's do the burnt remains belong to and who was the well dressed stranger? What happened on November 5th, 1930?

Scottish Word of the week: Dookit

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References:

Internet

AlfredArthur Rouse | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers

THEROUSE CASE. (Hansard, 29 April 1931)

Howcold-blooded womanising killer Alfred Rouse faked his own death to avoidjustice | Leicestershire Live

Alfred Rouse |Military Wiki | Fandom

Youtube

TheDark & Horrifying Case of Alfred Rouse | The Blazing Car Murderer - YouTube

Happy New Year 2026! Sarah's New Year Resolution is to be cantankerous, so be warned Ali!

In this episode of Hooked on True Crime, we discuss various themes including domestic misdemeanours, rants about skirting boards and airline staff, and delve into the life and cases of Albert Pierrepoint, a notable executioner. We explore the cases of Eliza Wood and Catherine McCluskey, highlighting the trials of their murderers, James Corbett and PC James Robinson, respectively. The conversation is interspersed with humour, personal anecdotes, and reflections on the nature of crime and punishment.

Scottish words of the week:

Doofer, Footer and Empty.Sources:

(6) James Henry Corbitt of “Tish andTosh”... - Capital Punishment UK | Facebook

James Corbitt

1950: James Corbitt, the hangman’smate | Executed Today

Murderof Catherine McCluskey – 1950 – Glasgow Police Museum

Hangedat Barlinnie: The Gorbals beat cop who drove over his unmarried lover inToryglen | Glasgow Times

James RolandRobertson | Murderpedia, the encyclopedia of murderers

PoliceConstable George Cooke's Murder of Maud Smith - 1893

Books

Pierrepoint:A Family of Executioners,--(Steve Fielding)

TheExecutioner's Bible,--(Steve Fielding)

Executioner:Pierrepoint,--(Albert Pierrepoint)

TheHangman's tale,--(Syd Dernley and David Newman)

Youtube

Talesfrom The Hangman’s Record. Episode Twenty One. James Robertson - 16th December1950 Barlinnie

Transcript

t18930626-621 | TheProceedings of the Old Bailey

The episode where we are both guilty of domestic misdemeanours!

In this episode of we reflect on our Christmas experiences and our domestic misdemeanours, before delving into the life of Albert Pierrepoint, the UK's most famous executioner. We discuss his personal tragedies, his role in post-war executions in Germany, and the Nuremberg Trials. The conversation then shifts to the case of Daniel Raven, a man accused of murdering his in-laws, exploring the complexities of the case and the evidence presented. We wrap up with a light-hearted discussion about Scottish phrases and a preview of future cases.

Scottish words of the week: Dingy

Dinnae

Use code 'Hooked' for 10% off your CrimeCon UK TicketsSources:

Web

08 Jan 1950 - Her Parents WereKilled, Her Husband Died On The Scaffold, Now... - Trove

Daniel Raven | Murderpedia, theencyclopedia of murderers

Raven’s End | City JournalTales from TheHangman's Record Episode Seventy Four. Daniel Raven 6th January 1950Pentonville.

Books

Pierrepoint:A Family of Executioners,--(Steve Fielding)

TheExecutioner's Bible,--(Steve Fielding)

Executioner:Pierrepoint,--(Albert Pierrepoint)

TheHangman's tale,--(Syd Dernley and David Newman)

Youtube

Tales from The Hangman's RecordEpisode Seventy Four. Daniel Raven 6th January 1950 Pentonville.