Episodes

  • Scotland Today: A Mother’s Melancholy: The Pollokshaws Triple Murder

    Scotland Today: A Mother’s Melancholy: The Pollokshaws Triple Murder
    Mar 30 2026
    Trigger Warning: This episode covers crimes against children and suicide, so listener discretion is advised.

    In this episode of "Scotland Today," Dawn explores the haunting case of Ellen Hannah, who, on the 31st March 1896, tragically took the lives of her three youngest children in Pollokshaws, Glasgow, before attempting to end her own. With sensitivity and care, Dawn highlights Ellen’s struggle with deep melancholy, shedding light on the devastating effects of mental illness in a time when support was scarce. This sobering story, filled with community reactions and heartbreak, serves as a grim reminder of the shadows that can exist behind closed doors.

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    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
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    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
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    5 mins
  • When Tragedy Strikes Twice: Michelle Wenden and Dugald Campbell

    When Tragedy Strikes Twice: Michelle Wenden and Dugald Campbell
    Mar 24 2026
    Journey through tragedy, courage, and the enduring impact of violence with Dawn as she explores two Scottish cases that left lasting scars on families and communities. This episode is a sobering reflection on justice, loss, and the heroes who stand against chaos.

    🔎 3 key takeaways:
    The Ripple Effects of Violence: The murder of Michelle Wenden in 2004 didn’t just end a life—it uprooted a family and left her children traumatised, ultimately forcing them to flee the very community they returned to for safety. Dawn illustrates how violent acts echo far beyond the crime scene, touching every corner of victims’ families and reshaping lives forever.

    Justice and Its Failures: Despite the conviction and life sentence of Michelle’s killer, questions linger about the justice system’s ability to protect. With Robert McNeill’s violent history—and him being out on bail at the time of the attack—the episode raises a stark warning about systemic cracks that sometimes allow dangerous individuals to slip through.

    Courage Amid Chaos: Moving back in time, Dawn recounts the story of Dugald Campbell, the first Scottish police officer killed on duty, during the infamous Hogmanay Riots of 1811. Dugald’s determination to confront danger—despite warnings—underscores the bravery required of those who protect communities, and marks a poignant chapter in Edinburgh’s history.

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    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
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    16 mins
  • Scotland Today: Killer or Scapegoat? The Bizarre Twist That Set a Murderer Free

    Scotland Today: Killer or Scapegoat? The Bizarre Twist That Set a Murderer Free
    Mar 17 2026
    Travel back to March 1945 as we revisit a moment in Greenock’s history that is as gripping as it is unsettling. This debut 'Scotland Today' episode shines a light on crime, justice, and enduring mystery—through the lens of the Wolf of Greenock case.

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    3 Key Takeaways:
    A Dockside Murder Grips a Nation:
    The episode plunges listeners into a chilling December night in 1944, as Dawn recounts the brutal assault and murder of merchant seaman Leonard Davies in Greenock. The community is rocked, both by the violence of the crime and the subsequent media frenzy that follows Docherty’s arrest and shocking trial.

    Justice on a Knife Edge:
    The courtroom drama runs high, with overwhelming evidence, a guilty verdict, and a death sentence by hanging for John Docherty. Yet, a critical legal misstep leads to the quashing of his conviction. This twist forces us to question whether justice was properly served or if deeper secrets remain hidden within Greenock’s docks.

    Echoes Across the Decades:
    The episode draws a haunting parallel to a different John Docherty from Greenock, convicted in the 1986 Elaine Doyle murder—a case the podcast covered in a previous episode. Through these stories, Dawn highlights how history’s shadows can stretch long across Scottish towns.

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    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Far Over the Highlands - Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen- epidemicsound
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    5 mins
  • A Holiday Never Taken: The Killing of WPC Irene Martin

    A Holiday Never Taken: The Killing of WPC Irene Martin
    Mar 10 2026
    In this episode Dawn unravels the tragic death of Irene Martin, a beloved Scottish police officer. Listeners are taken through Irene’s life, her relationships, and the chilling events surrounding that fateful November morning in 1993, when her body was discovered after a fire in her Dundee flat. As the investigation unfolds, secrets, motives, and emotional testimonies emerge, painting a complex picture of Irene’s world. The episode also touches on the lasting impact Irene had on her family, friends, and community, who honoured her legacy in moving ways.

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    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Battle of Aonach Mor - Deskant - epidemicsound
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    34 mins
  • Unravelling the Cameron Legacy: Heartache, Justice, and Denial Part 4

    Unravelling the Cameron Legacy: Heartache, Justice, and Denial Part 4
    Jan 27 2026
    Welcome to the final instalment of our Kay Wyllie and Nancy Nichol case.

    In this episode, Dawn unpacks the aftermath following the conviction of murderer, Andrew Cameron, and explores the profound impact this had on the Cameron family.In this episode, Dawn explores what happened after Andrew Cameron’s appeal failed, revealing insights about his family, especially his mother Marion, whose fierce loyalty, shifting identity in media, and ultimate heartbreak are examined. Listeners are guided through the years after the trial: the family’s changing fortunes, Marion’s refusal to give up on her son, the ongoing legal battles, and the consequential fate of Andrew’s younger brother Rodney, who would later be convicted of grave crimes himself.

    Highlights include:
    • Behind the Headlines: How Marion Cameron, a mother thrust into the media spotlight, handled her son’s conviction, from outspoken defence to personal loss and resilience.
    • A Family’s Fall: The sale of the family home, loss, and the devastating ripple effects of Andrew’s actions on his siblings, culminating in Rodney Cameron’s own criminal convictions.
    • Reflection and Justice: Thought-provoking questions for listeners about prisoner rights and the larger implications of such family tragedies.
    • Community and Connection: Patreon updates, True Crime event news (CrimeCon Birmingham, CrimeCon London, and the inaugural True Crime Festival), and an exclusive opportunity for listeners to suggest questions to journalist Hazel Martin about the BBC documentary The Man in the Mask: An Orkney Murder.
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    25 mins
  • Justice Delayed: Controversy, Appeals, and the Search for Truth Part 3

    Justice Delayed: Controversy, Appeals, and the Search for Truth Part 3
    Jan 20 2026
    In this episode, Dawn picks up the story as the jury returns its verdict in the sensational double murder trial of Andrew Cameron for the murders of Kay Wyllie and Nancy Nichol. The episode covers the aftermath of the verdict, exploring public outrage, the perspectives of the victims’ families, and the legal battles that ensued—including dramatic appeals and new evidence that threatened to rewrite the story.

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    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Battle of Aonach Mor - Deskant - epidemicsound
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    37 mins
  • Uncovering the High Court Drama: The Kay and Nancy Murder Case Continues Part 2

    Uncovering the High Court Drama: The Kay and Nancy Murder Case Continues Part 2
    Jan 6 2026
    In this episode, we continue the story by stepping inside the courtroom of the 1985 murder trial, as 19-year-old Andrew Cameron stands accused of brutally murdering Kay Wyllie and Nancy Nichol.

    You'll hear how the trial unfolded, with dramatic courtroom clashes, emotional testimonies from family and friends, and expert insight from pathologists and fingerprint specialists. Dawn guides us through the investigation’s many twists and turns—including a surprising confession, a mysterious anonymous letter, and shifting statements that cast doubt at every corner.

    As the evidence mounts, conflicting statements and allegations of police misconduct only add to the tense atmosphere in court. The episode leaves us on the verge of the jury’s crucial verdict, with the promise that the story is far from over. So, settle in for a gripping account of one of Scotland’s most chilling double murder trials.

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    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Battle of Aonach Mor - Deskant - epidemicsound
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    30 mins
  • Lost Daughters: The Tragic Fate of Kay Wylie and Nancy Nichol Part 1

    Lost Daughters: The Tragic Fate of Kay Wylie and Nancy Nichol Part 1
    Dec 19 2025
    Welcome to another episode of Scottish Murders. This week, Dawn takes us back to Ayrshire in the 1980s to explore the tragic murders of Kay Wylie and Nancy Nichol. In part one, Dawn details the dramatic upheaval of the Wylie family as they move from South Africa to Scotland, hoping for a new beginning, only to be struck by tragedy when their daughter Kay disappears and is later found murdered. The episode follows the initial investigation, the heartbreak of Kay's parents, and the twists and turns as police try to piece together her final hours. As questions mount and Nancy Nichol’s life is also cut short, Dawn lays the groundwork for what is to come—the shocking events of the trial and the lingering suspicions of a miscarriage of justice.

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    CREDITS:
    Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn
    Hosted by Dawn Young
    Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young
    Production Company Name by Granny Robertson

    MUSIC:
    ES_Battle of Aonach Mor - Deskant - epidemicsound
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    28 mins