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I, a Squealer: The Insider’s Account of the Pied Piper of Tucson Murders

A review of Richard Bruns first-hand account of his friendship with a psychopath and how he finally summoned the courage to report him to the authorities and end Charles Schmid's deadly rampage.

One Family’s Dark Secret: Joseph Tarricone, A Death On Canyon Road

“A charismatic Alaskan businessman named Joseph Tarricone with ties to Hawaii, Seattle and Albuquerque, vanished in the latter months of 1978. He was last...

Mad or Bad? When Crime Met Madness and The Insanity Plea

An in-depth look at criminal behaviour and the introduction of insanity as a defence in 19th century Victorian Britain. Author David Vaughan provides excellent reference material on the topic alongside 25 fascinating case histories. Did mad people suffer, or did the guilty escape?

Absolute Madness: A True Story of a Serial Killer, Race, and a City Divided Book Review & Author Interview

The Joseph Christopher case is explored by author Catherine Pelonero illustrating serial murder encased in mental illness and the complex issue of justice.

Harry Roberts and Foxtrot One-One: The Shepherd’s Bush Massacre

Harry Roberts and Foxtrot One-One is recommended reading for an intrigued and curious true crime reader covering a UK case that will never be forgotten.
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