In this episode of Crime Time, Inc., the hosts delve into the harrowing details of the Hungerford Massacre, a tragic event that stunned the UK on August 19, 1987. Michael Ryan, a 27-year-old resident of Hungerford, Berkshire, embarked on a violent rampage that resulted in the deaths of 16 individuals, including his mother, and left 15 others seriously injured. The massacre began with the shocking murder of Susan Godfrey in Severnake Forest and quickly escalated as Ryan targeted his neighbors and random victims throughout the town. The chaos culminated in a tense standoff at John O'Gaunt Community Technology College, where Ryan ultimately took his own life. The episode examines the immediate and lasting impact of this event on the community and the nation, including significant changes in UK gun laws with the Firearms Amendment Act of 1988. The hosts also explore various theories about Ryan's motives, including the potential influence of prior violent events and his mental state. This episode serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of human behavior and the importance of mental health awareness, responsible gun control measures, and fostering a culture of empathy and understanding to prevent such tragedies in the future.
00:00 Introduction to the Hungerford Massacre
00:41 The Day of the Massacre
01:27 Michael Ryan's Rampage
02:27 The Police Response
05:50 The Final Standoff
08:35 Aftermath and Impact
10:16 Theories and Motives
13:01 Lessons Learned
14:19 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
About Crime Time Inc.
Crime Time Inc. is hosted by Tom and Simon—two ex-cops with decades of frontline experience and zero tolerance for fluff. Tom, a by-the-book former Deputy Chief Constable from Edinburgh, and Simon, a rule-bending ex-undercover cop from Glasgow, bring sharp insight, dark humour, and plenty of East vs. West banter to every episode.
Whether they’re revisiting cases they worked on, grilling fellow former officers, or picking apart narrated true crime stories, Tom and Simon don’t just talk about crime—they’ve lived it. Real cases. Real cops. Real talk.
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