Best They Walk Among Us Law Podcasts (2024)

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An Enigmatic Death 21:43

3h ago21:43

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Police are called to a perplexing scene at a rural property where a man’s body was found lying face down, pinned to the ground by the rear wheel of his utility. There were no tools nearby. Was it a case of death by misadventure, or something more sinister? A scientific officer develops a hypothesis which appears far-fetched at police headquarters. …

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Police Peacekeeping: Cyprus - 1960s 29:21

2M ago29:21

29:21

Former policeman Ronald Cornish talks about his time as a police peacekeeper with the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). Sixty years ago, Australia sent its first contingent of police to UNFICYP, to undertake monitoring duties of Greek Cypriot police. Australia’s contribution to UNFICYP eventually lasted 53 years, with the final…

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Elder Abuse Awareness 30:22

2M ago30:22

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Elder abuse is a crime long ignored or downplayed in society. This needs to change, especially as society ages. Abuse can be physical and/or psychological, is often committed by people the victim relies on or trusts, and can hasten a victim's death. Rob Critchlow APM is the author of the article titled 'Dignity and Safety: Responding Effectively to…

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A Chief Police Officer's Perspective - the ACT 26:19

4M ago26:19

26:19

Deputy Commissioner Neil Gaughan APM talks about his time as the Chief Police Officer (CPO) for the Australian Capital Territory. The experienced police officer has worked at the local and national levels for 40 years - starting as a general duties Constable in the ACT and ending up leading ACT Policing. On the way he held responsibilities for lead…

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REDUX: An Unexpected 'Mayday' in November 31:54

5M ago31:54

31:54

Author and APJ Deputy Editor, retired Detective Senior Sergeant Barry Fay, discusses his 2016 crime case article titled An Unexpected 'Mayday' in November – the callous murder of three men in NSW. The first two were shot inside a Sydney gun shop in 1977. The third victim was a police sergeant, gunned down in 1980 when he unknowingly asked too many …

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A Commissioner's Perspective - Queensland 30:54

6M ago30:54

30:54

Interested in learning about the challenges of police leadership in the 21st Century? The day before she retired from the role of Commissioner of the Queensland Police Service (QPS), Katarina Carroll APM spared some time to talk to Jason Byrnes about a range of topics. These included the challenges facing police now and into the future, the skills …

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Asian Gangs Blood the Yarra 52:43

7M ago52:43

52:43

In 2002 three men died in grizzly circumstances in Melbourne, after a series of gang related incidents. One young man was hacked to death by offenders wielding samurai swords. Three of his friends were then chased into the cold Yarra River - two of them drowned. Recently retired Detective Sergeant Brett Smith wrote the article ‘Asian Gangs Blood th…

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They Walk Amongst Us 28:55

7M ago28:55

28:55

APJ Deputy Editor Barry Fay joins host Jason Byrnes to give an overview of the police investigation into a horrific 1978 crime where a mother and two of her young children were abducted from their home. The mother was raped and all three subsequently murdered. Barry discusses the course of the investigation and explains some of the procedures used …

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The Albatross Arsonist 19:51

8M ago19:51

19:51

An arson at a major Australian naval base in December 1976 left the country without its naval surveillance and submarine detection capability for months. It was the most costly and complex fire ever to have occurred in the country, apart from major bushfires and some attacks during World War II. In this episode APJ Editor Simon Bouda narrates the a…

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Under Fire 36:32

9M ago36:32

36:32

A gunman goes on a rampage in the national capital. He tries to murder two people, explodes his car and sets fire to an office building, recklessly endangers the safety of hundreds of people, and shoots at police. Specialist (tactical) police enter the burning building to hunt for the gunman, while firefighters rescue people stuck in a radio statio…

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Fanatic 1:17:05

10M ago1:17:05

1:17:05

On this episode of They Walk Among America… We are all familiar with the feeling of being watched. Most of us recognise that niggling suspicion as nothing more than an irrational thought. But for others, their worst fears are sometimes confirmed. For one young woman in New Hampshire, a nightmare becomes a reality when she realizes she’s not only be…

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Unforgivable 51:44

11M ago51:44

51:44

On this episode of They Walk Among America… It is often said that money is the root of all evil. Whether in the relentless pursuit of wealth or driven by desperation to maintain it, individuals can find themselves committing unimaginable acts. The Roseboro family seemed to possess everything one could desire: a blissful marriage, a nice home, and a…

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National Police Remembrance Day 37:06

11M ago37:06

37:06

In this special episode we learn about the planning and logistics involved in hosting National Police Remembrance Day (NPRD) services in the nation’s capital. The main Dusk Service involves police from across the county. This year the Commissioners from Queensland and Western Australia attended, along with the AFP Commissioner and the Governor-Gene…

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Fifth Step 58:42

11M ago58:42

58:42

On this episode of They Walk Among America… The shocking murder of two doctors goes unsolved for years. The story of what happened only comes to light when a member of a confidential group goes against the grain and tells the police what they know. But even with evidence supporting a confession made to many, privilege can trump the truth…. *** LIST…

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Well Deserved 45:16

11M ago45:16

45:16

On this episode of They Walk Among America… After deciding to be closer to their family, a retired couple vanishes into thin air. Investigators immediately suspect that the person who purchased their yacht, a former child actor and marine, knew more than they were willing to share. But, the buyer had the documentation to back up their story, and th…

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Black Widow 1:20:05

11M ago1:20:05

1:20:05

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Ethylene glycol is a colorless and odorless compound with a sweet taste commonly found in antifreeze. Ingesting a sufficient quantity of it can lead to fluid accumulation in the lungs, organ damage, seizures, and, ultimately, death. The effects of this poison typically manifest within one to twelve hours …

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Mother's Intuition 53:52

11M ago53:52

53:52

On this episode of They Walk Among America… It's often said that the bond between a mother and her child is incomparable, even transcending the boundaries of life and death. A mother forges a connection with her child that defies any worldly explanation. Such is the power of a mother's intuition. In 2004, this truth manifested in a remarkable way w…

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The Coiner Killers 31:39

11M ago31:39

31:39

It's seldom that counterfeiters end up killing police. Sadly this occurred in 1902 when a 'Coiner' (old Australian slang) murdered two police officers - one in NSW and one in Victoria. In the first case the coiner had an accomplice. Danny Webster and Noel Johnson's article 'The Coiner Killers' is a remembrance piece in the September 2023 edition of…

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Heartbreak 38:21

12M ago38:21

38:21

On this episode of They Walk Among America… When people with children embark on new relationships, the children involved often require an adjustment period. This may involve adapting to new routines, becoming part of a blended family, and getting used to an entirely new dynamic. Additionally, the new adult in their lives might bring unresolved issu…

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No Hard Feelings 51:20

12M ago51:20

51:20

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Every individual possesses unique fingerprints, making them invaluable in resolving homicide investigations. The year 1911 marked a significant milestone as U.S. courts officially recognized fingerprints as a dependable method of identification. Advancements continued into the 1970s when forensic professi…

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Harsh Reality 50:20

1y ago50:20

50:20

On this episode of They Walk Among America… On the evening of July 24th, 2000, Sarasota police officers were dispatched to a house on Grand Cayman Street following a 911 call from a local resident who said a young man had told him he believed his aunt had been killed. After forcing their way into the property, they found a woman lying in a pool of …

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Wayward 51:12

1y ago51:12

51:12

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Nestled in the heart of Somers, New York, The Turner House stands as a remarkable testament to the grandeur of the 19th century. This pristine white-framed home was crafted by a wealthy Gentry farmer, and its presence exudes a sense of affluence and historical significance. Spanning an impressive 4,731 sq…

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Sisters 41:40

1y ago41:40

41:40

On this episode of They Walk Among America… The rural roadside was illuminated by the flames consuming the trailer, and the blue and red flashing lights of the emergency vehicles. It was a chaotic scene as people desperately tried to rescue the teenage girls believed to be trapped inside. As firefighters dashed towards the blaze, someone on the roa…

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American Dream 39:29

1y ago39:29

39:29

On this episode of They Walk Among America… An Australian man named Greg McNicol saw something in Detroit that few others could. He wanted to enrich the lives of the community by purchasing a dilapidated apartment complex and transforming it into a desirable place to live. Greg lowered the rent and ensured his tenants were well taken care of. In th…

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No Choice 31:32

1y ago31:32

31:32

On this episode of They Walk Among America… It was the mid-afternoon of Wednesday, June 6th, 1962, in the Jamaica Estates North area of Queens. The street was cordoned off outside of one of the large ranch-style houses on Union Turnpike. The road had been torn up by heavy machinery, and construction workers were standing idly by. It would have been…

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Ballistics 37:48

1y ago37:48

37:48

Ballistics expert, Sergeant Gerard Dutton, talks about his extensive career. Crimes mentioned include his recollections of the Belanglo Forest Backpacker Murders investigation and the investigation into the Port Arthur Massacre. He also talks about the work he did for the United Nations' Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), assisting to build the bal…

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Illicit 1:00:54

1y ago1:00:54

1:00:54

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Teachers hold a significant role in the lives of young children, second only to parents in terms of influence. Within the school environment, they are entrusted with the care and education of children, nurturing their growth and safeguarding their well-being. Consequently, parents place a considerable amo…

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Law&Crime Sidebar 29:54

1y ago29:54

29:54

Teen Monster Who Stabbed Cheerleader 114 Times for Thrills — Aiden Fucci Case: The death of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey shocked the affluent Florida neighborhood where her family and killer lived in May 2021. Aiden Fucci pleaded guilty to brutally stabbing the cheerleader 114 times in a premeditated murder for thrills. The Law&Crime Network’s Jesse …

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Faith 56:43

1y ago56:43

56:43

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Many factors can be listed as motives in murder cases, such as greed, love, or revenge. But, when it comes to family annihilators, there is no way to make a jury understand why someone would commit such a horrendous act. When the person accused of wiping out generations of the same family happens to be a …

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Infidelity 47:16

1y ago47:16

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On this episode of They Walk Among America… In the quiet middle-class neighbourhood of Queens Village, New York City, Harriet Mulhauser was just getting ready for the day ahead. It was March 20th, 1927, and Harriet’s morning was disturbed by a sharp knock on her front door. Opening it, she was greeted by a distressing sight – a look of terror etche…

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Pinky Promise - PART 2 1:15:58

1y ago1:15:58

1:15:58

On this episode of They Walk Among America… After all of the evidence in Gannon Stauch’s disappearance pointed towards the person entrusted to look after him, the endangered child case quickly became a homicide investigation. Letecia Stauch was arrested in March 2020, and just over two weeks later, Gannon’s remains were found in a suitcase beneath …

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Total and Utter Evil 42:56

1y ago42:56

42:56

In 2012, 11-month-old Zayden Veal-Whitting was murdered while he was asleep in his bedroom cot, in his home in the regional Victorian city of Bendigo. In this episode we hear about how police were able to identify the offender and bring him to justice - a journey of many twists and turns. The investigation was marked by a high degree of professiona…

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Pinky Promise - PART 1 51:58

1y ago51:58

51:58

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Compared to the state's largest city, Denver, Colorado Springs has a 33% lower crime rate and is generally considered a safe place to live. But the disappearance of one child in early 2020 tragically illustrated that sometimes danger is closer than anyone could imagine… (Part 1 of 2) *** LISTENER DISCRETI…

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Bennington Triangle 50:50

1y ago50:50

50:50

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Within the Glastenbury Mountain, the Long Trail carves its path — a renowned 272-mile hiking trail that winds its way through the length of Vermont, passing over the summit of the mountain. While the area is considered an exceptionally peaceful and beautiful part of the country, a shroud of mystery envelo…

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Preyed on Innocence 40:18

1y ago40:18

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On this episode of They Walk Among America… Shortly after 2:15 AM on October 13th, 1984, a call came into the police from a man concerned about his girlfriend. Ben McCall told the dispatcher he had been on the phone with his girlfriend, 20-year-old Angela Samota. He believed she had let a man into her apartment on Amesbury Drive, Dallas, Texas. Ben…

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Deception 42:02

1y ago42:02

42:02

On this episode of They Walk Among America… One balmy afternoon in October 1946, one rancher set out on a routine trip from his farm in Caldwell, Idaho, to his ranch in Jordan Valley. The desolate highway stretched out before him, except for the occasional passing car. As he rounded a bend in the road, he observed a man pulled over to the side with…

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The Tip Off 29:24

1y ago29:24

29:24

A burglar literally leaves part of himself behind at a crime scene! APJ Deputy Editor Barry Fay talks about a crime scene investigation he conducted at a Bondi restaurant, where he found the tip of the offender's finger. APJ Editor Simon Bouda then talks to host Jason Byrnes, about the diverse range of interesting articles in the newly released Jun…

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Mirage 1:05:28

1y ago1:05:28

1:05:28

On this episode of They Walk Among America… In the early 1990s, Hawaii welcomed millions of visitors to Big Island and the other six inhabited islands. Kilauea volcano on Big Island has been erupting regularly since 1983, making it the world's most active volcano. While most eruptions are self-contained, the unpredictable volatility of nature makes…

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Thrill Killers 57:47

1+ y ago57:47

57:47

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Nestled between the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and the tranquil Isle of Wight Bay lies Ocean City in Maryland. It’s a lively resort town that bustles with activity, particularly over Memorial Day weekend. Crowds of eager party-goers from across the nation flock to this coastal haven, drawn by the lure of wh…

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Secrets 46:31

1+ y ago46:31

46:31

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Hundreds of thousands of people go missing each year in the United States. Most of those people will be found within the first few days, and the majority of missing persons cases do not involve suspicious circumstances. In some instances, a person is recovered, having met a tragic fate, and while the deat…

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Good Deed 39:47

1+ y ago39:47

39:47

On this episode of They Walk Among America… On this episode of They Walk Among America… William Fischer was a man of mystery in the affluent community of the Hamptons. He was wealthy, well-liked, and was known as a bachelor. But little did his new friends know that he had a dark secret. William had abandoned his family in Monticello, leaving behind…

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Unlucky 48:55

1+ y ago48:55

48:55

On this episode of They Walk Among America… Have you ever played the lottery and fantasised about what you would do with your newfound wealth? Buy an expensive sports car, go on a dream holiday, or purchase a sprawling mansion. Many people think that winning the lottery will solve all of their problems, but the reality is the curse of the lottery c…

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Always Expect the Unexpected! 20:27

1+ y ago20:27

20:27

On 30 September 1971 two NSW police officers were murdered at a house in Toongabbie, Western Sydney. The murderer had earlier shot his brother dead, and sexually assaulted his brother’s de-facto partner. After the shootings the murderer fled the house but was later chased by police. The pursuit ended in a crash between the murderer’s car and a poli…

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Massacre 50:58

1+ y ago50:58

50:58

On this episode of They Walk Among America… December 15th, 2000. During the early morning, Sedgwick County 911 received an alarming call from a man who told them he had just found a young woman on his porch who was naked, bleeding, and begging for help. The woman relayed a horrifying story to the dispatchers. She told them she had been shot in the …

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Law&Crime's Devil In The Dorm - Episode 1 31:32

1+ y ago31:32

31:32

Hey listeners. As we are currently on a short break, we thought you’d love to check out the first episode of Devil in the Dorm, a new series from the Law&Crime podcast Network. You can listen to Law&Crime’s Devil in the Dorm now exclusively on Wondery Plus. Find Wondery Plus in the Wondery app or on Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

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Introducing... Law&Crime's Chasing Ghosts: The Hunt for the D.C. Snipers 33:28

1+ y ago33:28

33:28

Thirteen people were randomly shot across Washington D.C. — in just three weeks — back in October 2002. As each new victim was gunned down, the FBI and local detectives struggled to track down a killer — until a tip helped them piece together the murder mystery. Journalist Tony Holt hosts Law&Crime Network’s 10-part series, Chasing Ghosts: The Hunt…

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The Port Arthur Massacre 32:25

1+ y ago32:25

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Hear from experienced Tasmania Police forensic officer Tania Curtis APM, who was one of the police who responded to the Port Arthur Massacre on Sunday 28 April 1996. Thirty-five people were shot dead by a lone gunman on the day at Tasmania’s best known tourist spot, situated in a rural setting 90 minutes’ drive from Hobart. Then a junior constable …

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Amber Alert 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

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On this episode of They Walk Among America… At 3:18 PM on January 13th, 1996, Arlington police received a call from 78-year-old Jimmie Kevil, a retiree living on Ruth Street for over 50 years. Kevil told the 911 dispatcher that he had just seen a man driving a black pickup abduct a little girl off of her bicycle close to his house. Arlington police…

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Ransom 38:13

1+ y ago38:13

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On this episode of They Walk Among America… It was the summer of 1973 in Three Forks, Montana, and the Jaeger family were on a month-long camping vacation, touring the west. On June 25th, they were camping in Missouri Headwaters State Park, a recreational area comprising 535 acres of woodland alongside the Missouri River. The State Park is known as…

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Bleach 38:48

1+ y ago38:48

38:48

On this episode of They Walk Among America… The Fort Collins police and Poudre Fire Authority were dispatched to the scene at around 5:33 AM. As they approached the rear of the building, they were stunned to see a badly injured woman lift herself off of the concrete below an open window on the second storey. She was bleeding and nude, but the adren…

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