In this episode of Crimetime Inc., we delve into the heartbreaking case of nine-year-old Charlise Mutten, who went missing from the idyllic Wildenstein Estate in the Blue Mountains, Australia, in January 2022. Initially reported as a disappearance, the case escalated to a murder investigation when Charlise's body was found in a barrel near the Colo River. The investigation quickly focused on Justin Stein, Charlise's mother's fiancé, whose digital trail of evidence revealed a calculated attempt to dispose of her body. The episode explores the troubled pasts of Charlise's mother, Calista Mutten, and Justin Stein, highlighting how their histories of drug abuse and crime intertwined to create a dangerous environment for Charlise. The narrative examines Stein's manipulative behavior, both during the crime and the investigation, and his ultimate conviction and life sentence without parole. The episode also discusses the emotional impact on Charlise's family, the law enforcement challenges, and the broader societal issues such as child protection, addiction, and the legal system's role in addressing crimes against children. Join us as we uncover the layers of deception and tragedy in this deeply unsettling case, and reflect on the importance of safeguarding our children.
00:00 Introduction to the Tragic Case of Charlise Mutten
00:13 The Idyllic Setting Turns Dark
00:18 Charlise's Disappearance and Discovery
00:42 Suspicions and Relationships
01:43 The Investigation Unfolds
03:09 The Trial of Justin Stein
05:05 Legal and Social Implications
08:37 The Impact on Families and Investigators
09:40 Reflections on Child Protection and Justice
13:07 Conclusion and Call to Action
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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