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Scottish Murders

Scottish Murders

By: Cluarantonn
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 Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, victim focused podcast hosted by Dawn, that focuses on the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland.
Dawn, being Scottish herself, started the podcast in 2021 to showcase the lesser-known murders that have happened in Scotland, as while it is well known as ‘Bonnie Scotland’, it does have a very dark side too.
Dawn also speaks to victims family members when at all possible, which gives them a chance to tell their own loved ones story, and covers both solved and unsolved cases.Cluarantonn True Crime
Episodes
  • Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special

    Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special
    Apr 28 2026
    In this episode, investigative journalist Hazel Martin and documentary director Stephen Bennett discuss with Dawn their BBC documentary "The Man in the Mask," which examines the 1994 murder of Shamsuddin Mahmood in Orkney, the island’s first murder in 25 years.

    The BBC three part documentary explores the brutal crime, the extensive investigation that initially focused on 15-year-old Michael Ross, his eventual conviction, and Michael Ross’s continued claims of innocence.

    Hazel and Stephen share behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the documentary, including ethical considerations, challenges with accessing key witnesses, conflicting evidence, and why this case still divides the Orkney community. They also examine alternative theories, from contract killer speculation to possible motives of racism, highlighting unanswered questions that continue to fuel debate.

    This compelling episode offers listeners a deeper look into the case, the people involved, and the art of true crime storytelling.

    SOURCES:
    Hazel Martin
    Stephen Bennett
    The Man in the Mask documentary
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Secrets, Theories, and Slander: Who Killed Mary Gunn?

    Secrets, Theories, and Slander: Who Killed Mary Gunn?
    Apr 6 2026
    In this episode of Scottish Murders, Dawn covers the perplexing, unsolved 1913 murder of Mary Spear Gunn at Portencross. Drawing on Stephen Brown’s meticulously researched book, "Who Killed Mary Gunn?", the story explores Mary’s life, her relationships, and the fateful night she was gunned down in the remote North Bank Cottage. Dawn walks listeners through the night’s chilling events, police investigations, suspects, and enduring mysteries, focusing on Stephen’s theory of the case. Was it a crime of passion, jealousy, or something more hidden? With lost evidence and rumours swirling around the small Ayrshire community, the episode unravels possible motives and suspects—leaving the question of Mary’s killer, and the roles of Andrew and Elizabeth Gibson, tantalisingly unanswered.

    Join Dawn as she invites you to consider the clues and form your own theory about this haunting century-old Scottish mystery.


    SOURCES:
    Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/maryspiergunn

    British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link

    SUPPORT US:
    Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
    Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
    Website - scottishmurders.com
    Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast

    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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    43 mins
  • 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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    SOURCES:
    Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/ellenhannah

    British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link

    SUPPORT US:
    Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders
    Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders
    Website - scottishmurders.com
    Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast

    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_Far Over the Highlands - Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen- epidemicsound
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    5 mins
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