In this episode of Crime Time Inc, hosts Tom and Simon discuss an intriguing week of crime cases covered by their daily podcasts. They delve into the details of several notorious figures, starting with Archibald Hall, also known as Roy Fontaine, a charismatic but ruthless fraudster and serial killer. They recount the fascinating story of his capture, his lack of empathy, and his chillingly accurate recollection of where he buried his victims. The duo also explores the case of Bonnie and Clyde, demystifying the Hollywood glamour surrounding the infamous duo and highlighting the reality of their brutal crimes. They touch on the contentious case of Lucy Letby, the nurse convicted of murdering six babies, noting the circumstantial nature of the evidence and the controversial aspects still under debate. The Appin murders, a historical gangland hit cloaked in romanticism, are analyzed for their straightforward vendetta-driven motives. Donald Nielsen, the Black Panther, and his horrifying kidnapping and murder of a young girl are recounted, emphasising the horrific details of the crime. Finally, they discuss the serial killer Peter Tobin, and the eerie similarities and differences between him and other serial killers operating in the same region around the same time. Throughout the episode, Tom and Simon reflect on the evolution of crime investigation techniques from their own experiences in law enforcement, showcasing their deep knowledge and personal anecdotes.
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap
01:39 Archibald Thompson Hall: The Sociopathic Con Man
06:39 Escaped Prisoners and Clever Cons
10:03 Bonnie and Clyde: The Glamorous Outlaws
15:28 Lucy Letby: The Nurse Turned Killer
23:03 The Appin Murders: A Historical Gangland Hit
25:29 The Trial of the Appin Murders
27:57 The Black Panther: Donald Nielsen's Horrific Crimes
30:05 The Psychology of Murder: Nature vs. Choice
32:04 Peter Tobin and Scotland's Serial Killers
39:54 Reflections on Crime Investigation Techniques
46:34 Concluding Thoughts and Future 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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