The Frankston Murders
The Frankston Murders

The Frankston Murders

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In June 1993, Elizabeth Stevens, 18, was murdered on her way home from the bus stop. Her death began a seven-week reign of terror for the people of Frankston. A serial killer was on the loose. No one was safe, not young mother, Debbie Fream, 22, taken on a trip to the shops, nor Natalie Russell, 17, murdered on her way home from school. The serial killer, Paul Denyer was captured and sentenced to life in prison. On appeal, he was granted a 30-year minimum sentence. Fast forward 30 years and Denyer has applied for parole. Award winning crime writer Vikki Petraitis was on patrol with police the night the final  murder took place. She wrote the bestselling book, The Frankston Murders which has never been out of print. Vikki has revisited the case in a longform podcast to remind the world why Denyer must never be released. The Frankston Murders Podcast uncovers new material and new victims stalked by Denyer in the lead-up to the killings. Vikki interviews prison guards, police officers, family members, and people caught in the periphery of a serial killer.Credits:Created by Vikki PetraitisResearch and writing by Vikki PetraitisAudio production and scoring by Mike Migas (https://mikemigas.com/)Audio production by Anthony TelferArchive production by Catherine Seccombe/Arcdive (https://www.arcdive.com/)Archival audio supplied by The Footage Company / Nine Network Australia

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Casefile Presents: The Unthinkable
<div>Some stories are so profound, so unimaginable, that they stay with us forever. The Unthinkable is the latest podcast from Casefile Presents, hosted by two of Australia's leading voices in true crime, Vikki Petraitis and Emily Webb. The series delves into tales of ordinary people who have faced extraordinary, often devastating events and emerged forever changed.<br> <br> From survivors of traumatic events to victims of relentless stalking, and even those who’ve confronted some of Australia’s most notorious criminals, The Unthinkable explores the depths of human resilience.<br> <br> Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.</div>
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Casefile Presents: Missing Niamh
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Casefile Presents: Missing Niamh
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Casefile Presents: Troubled Waters
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Casefile Presents: Troubled Waters
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Casefile Presents: The Easey Street Murders
FEB 19, 2024
Casefile Presents: The Easey Street Murders
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Casefile Presents: The Bakersfield Three
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