The Razor, The Scratches, The Scream

The Razor, The Scratches, The Scream A single, sharp cry pierced a suburban Queensland night, then silence. Eleven days later, a body was found 13 kilometers away, and though the cause of death was undetermined, a jury delivered a unanimous verdict. What detail, smaller than the verdict or the body, became central to this chilling case? In this episode, we delve into the disappearance of Allison Baden-Clay, a woman of extraordinary capability whose life unraveled amidst hidden debts and affairs. We explore the unsettling details, from a husband's suspicious scratches to a meticulously cleaned house, and the diary entries that painted a picture of a marriage in decay. Case: Allison Baden-Clay Date: April 19, 2012 Location: Brookfield, Queensland, Australia Status: Unanimous verdict by jury Key Evidence: Scratches on face, cleaned house, personal diary - A neighbor heard a single, brief cry from a woman, then nothing. - A body was found 13 kilometers from the house 11 days after the cry. - Gerard Baden-Clay, 41, had multiple scratches on his face, which he claimed were from shaving. - Allison Baden-Clay had a life insurance policy worth 800,000 Australian dollars. - Her diary documented affairs and humiliations since around 2010. To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com. © 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: [email protected].