Summary
This episode we delve into the tragic story of Grace Mullane, a young British woman who was murdered while traveling in New Zealand. We discuss her background, travels, and the events leading up to her disappearance. We explore the investigation that followed, focusing on Jesse Kempson, the man charged with her murder. The episode covers the trial, the verdict, and the impact of Grace's story on society, particularly regarding safety and domestic violence awareness.
Keywords
Grace Mullane, Jesse Kempson, true crime, New Zealand, murder case, podcast, crime stories, investigation, trial, domestic violence
Links and other sources
The Lie: The Murder of Grace Millane - Netflix Documentary
Grace Millane Trial: Closing Arguments - The Gaudian
Grace Millane Murder: Rough Sex Defence Questioned - The Huffington Post
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Chapters
00:00 The Life of Grace Mullane
16:13 Grace's Journey to New Zealand
19:27 The Disappearance of Grace Mullane
22:16 The Investigation Begins
25:26 CCTV Footage and Key Evidence
28:10 The Date with Jesse Kempson
31:27 The Aftermath of the Date
34:19 Who is Jesse Kempson?
37:31 Jesse's Troubled Past
40:21 The Police Interrogation
43:14 The Search for Grace
49:55 Unraveling Lies: The Investigation Begins
52:45 CCTV Footage: A Timeline of Suspicion
56:12 The Tinder Date: A Disturbing Encounter
01:03:12 Confessions and Contradictions: The Accused's Story
01:07:50 The Trial: Consent and Misinterpretation
01:14:26 The Verdict: Justice for Grace
01:22:01 Legacy of Love: Remembering Grace
