• Fred and Rose West: The House of Horrors, Part 1

  • Nov 5 2024
  • Length: 46 mins
  • Podcast

Fred and Rose West: The House of Horrors, Part 1

  • Summary

  • True Criminals launches with an intense double episode that revisits the horrifying story of the infamous married serial killers, Fred and Rose West. In this opening installment, Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero recount how they first crossed paths while covering the case for Sky News.

    Martin Brunt shares his unique experience of gaining rare access to the infamous Cromwell Street "House of Horrors." He delves into often overlooked aspects of the investigation, recounting chilling first-hand encounters, including interviews with the surviving victims. Brunt also reveals the systemic failures that allowed the Wests to evade capture for so long, highlighting how crucial connections were missed before the puzzle pieces finally came together, leading to a comprehensive forensic investigation and their eventual arrest.

    Helen Fospero also offers her perspective on the case, providing journalistic insight into the challenges of covering such a high-profile story. She reveals the dedication and extraordinary lengths reporters often go to in order to capture and convey these harrowing events accurately.

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    Connect with Martin Brunt:
    • Twitter: @skymartinbrunt

    • Discover more about Martin’s career and the cases he’s covered by reading his book: No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter – Available here.

    Connect with Helen Fospero:
    • Instagram: @helenfospero

    • Check out Helen’s podcast, The Convex Conversation: Listen here.

    • Hear Helen’s interview with Martin: Listen here.

    Credits:

    True Criminals is produced by Audio Bleach Global.

    Visit audiobleachglobal.com/truecriminals for more information.

    Executive Producer: Lee Mann

    Producer: Russell Barnes

    Audio Production: Andrew Chappell

    Music Composition: Chap Mannequin

    Artwork: Bleached

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