Michael East | True Crime Editor
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Editor, Front Page Detectives. True crime, courts, cold cases. Also writing for Keeping Tabs. UK-based. Inbox always open for stories & tips. Views my own.
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📅 On This Day – Spies or scapegoats?
On this day, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg stood trial for espionage, accused of passing nuclear secrets to the USSR. Their execution in 1953 remains one of America’s most controversial Cold War cases.
On this day, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg stood trial for espionage, accused of passing nuclear secrets to the USSR. Their execution in 1953 remains one of America’s most controversial Cold War cases.
March 6, 2025 at 5:01 PM
📅 On This Day – Spies or scapegoats?
On this day, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg stood trial for espionage, accused of passing nuclear secrets to the USSR. Their execution in 1953 remains one of America’s most controversial Cold War cases.
On this day, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg stood trial for espionage, accused of passing nuclear secrets to the USSR. Their execution in 1953 remains one of America’s most controversial Cold War cases.
📖 Book Recommendation – The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber
The chilling true story of Charles Cullen, a nurse who secretly murdered up to 300 of his patients over 16 years. A must-read on medical serial killers and how they exploit healthcare blind spots.
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The chilling true story of Charles Cullen, a nurse who secretly murdered up to 300 of his patients over 16 years. A must-read on medical serial killers and how they exploit healthcare blind spots.
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March 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📖 Book Recommendation – The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber
The chilling true story of Charles Cullen, a nurse who secretly murdered up to 300 of his patients over 16 years. A must-read on medical serial killers and how they exploit healthcare blind spots.
amzn.to/4h0YVm8
The chilling true story of Charles Cullen, a nurse who secretly murdered up to 300 of his patients over 16 years. A must-read on medical serial killers and how they exploit healthcare blind spots.
amzn.to/4h0YVm8
Did you know, London’s most notorious gangsters the Krays had ties to celebrities, including Sinatra, Judy Garland, and politicians. Their gangland empire blended crime, showbiz, and corruption.
March 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Did you know, London’s most notorious gangsters the Krays had ties to celebrities, including Sinatra, Judy Garland, and politicians. Their gangland empire blended crime, showbiz, and corruption.
📅 On This Day – London’s most infamous gangsters fall.
On this day, Ronnie and Reggie Kray were found guilty of the murder of Jack McVitie. The once-untouchable crime lords ruled London’s underworld with violence and celebrity connections—but even their reign had to end.
On this day, Ronnie and Reggie Kray were found guilty of the murder of Jack McVitie. The once-untouchable crime lords ruled London’s underworld with violence and celebrity connections—but even their reign had to end.
March 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📅 On This Day – London’s most infamous gangsters fall.
On this day, Ronnie and Reggie Kray were found guilty of the murder of Jack McVitie. The once-untouchable crime lords ruled London’s underworld with violence and celebrity connections—but even their reign had to end.
On this day, Ronnie and Reggie Kray were found guilty of the murder of Jack McVitie. The once-untouchable crime lords ruled London’s underworld with violence and celebrity connections—but even their reign had to end.
Rodney King’s beating on this day in 1991 was one of the first police brutality cases caught on camera, yet it didn’t bring justice. Have we made progress, or do these videos simply document injustice without accountability?
March 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Rodney King’s beating on this day in 1991 was one of the first police brutality cases caught on camera, yet it didn’t bring justice. Have we made progress, or do these videos simply document injustice without accountability?
The Real Hannibal Lecter?
Dr. Alfredo Ballí Treviño, a Mexican surgeon who murdered and dismembered his lover, inspired Thomas Harris’ creation of Hannibal Lecter. Harris met him while researching The Silence of the Lambs and was struck by his eerie charm.
Dr. Alfredo Ballí Treviño, a Mexican surgeon who murdered and dismembered his lover, inspired Thomas Harris’ creation of Hannibal Lecter. Harris met him while researching The Silence of the Lambs and was struck by his eerie charm.
February 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The Real Hannibal Lecter?
Dr. Alfredo Ballí Treviño, a Mexican surgeon who murdered and dismembered his lover, inspired Thomas Harris’ creation of Hannibal Lecter. Harris met him while researching The Silence of the Lambs and was struck by his eerie charm.
Dr. Alfredo Ballí Treviño, a Mexican surgeon who murdered and dismembered his lover, inspired Thomas Harris’ creation of Hannibal Lecter. Harris met him while researching The Silence of the Lambs and was struck by his eerie charm.
Did you know? In 1865, Mary Surratt became the first woman executed by the U.S. federal government for her role in Lincoln’s assassination.
February 20, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Did you know? In 1865, Mary Surratt became the first woman executed by the U.S. federal government for her role in Lincoln’s assassination.
📅 Feb 19, 1930 – Gordon Northcott Sentenced to Death
Child serial killer Gordon Northcott was sentenced to death by hanging for the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. His crimes shocked America, exposing deep failures in child protection laws. The case later inspired Changeling (2008).
Child serial killer Gordon Northcott was sentenced to death by hanging for the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. His crimes shocked America, exposing deep failures in child protection laws. The case later inspired Changeling (2008).
February 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
📅 Feb 19, 1930 – Gordon Northcott Sentenced to Death
Child serial killer Gordon Northcott was sentenced to death by hanging for the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. His crimes shocked America, exposing deep failures in child protection laws. The case later inspired Changeling (2008).
Child serial killer Gordon Northcott was sentenced to death by hanging for the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. His crimes shocked America, exposing deep failures in child protection laws. The case later inspired Changeling (2008).
📖 Book Recommendation – I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara
Michelle McNamara’s relentless hunt for the Golden State Killer is both investigative journalism and deeply personal obsession. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts.
https://amzn.to/4gRbU9H
Michelle McNamara’s relentless hunt for the Golden State Killer is both investigative journalism and deeply personal obsession. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts.
https://amzn.to/4gRbU9H
February 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
📖 Book Recommendation – I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara
Michelle McNamara’s relentless hunt for the Golden State Killer is both investigative journalism and deeply personal obsession. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts.
https://amzn.to/4gRbU9H
Michelle McNamara’s relentless hunt for the Golden State Killer is both investigative journalism and deeply personal obsession. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts.
https://amzn.to/4gRbU9H
📅 Feb 18, 2011 – Green River Killer Pleads Guilty to 49th Murder
On this day, Gary Ridgway, one of America’s most prolific serial killers, pleaded guilty to the 1982 murder of Rebecca Marrero, bringing his confirmed total to 49 victims. Many remain unidentified.
On this day, Gary Ridgway, one of America’s most prolific serial killers, pleaded guilty to the 1982 murder of Rebecca Marrero, bringing his confirmed total to 49 victims. Many remain unidentified.
February 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
📅 Feb 18, 2011 – Green River Killer Pleads Guilty to 49th Murder
On this day, Gary Ridgway, one of America’s most prolific serial killers, pleaded guilty to the 1982 murder of Rebecca Marrero, bringing his confirmed total to 49 victims. Many remain unidentified.
On this day, Gary Ridgway, one of America’s most prolific serial killers, pleaded guilty to the 1982 murder of Rebecca Marrero, bringing his confirmed total to 49 victims. Many remain unidentified.
How do you feel about true crime being treated as ‘entertainment’? Does storytelling inherently sensationalize, or can it serve justice?
February 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
How do you feel about true crime being treated as ‘entertainment’? Does storytelling inherently sensationalize, or can it serve justice?
On this day in 1989, Ted Bundy, one of America’s most infamous serial killers, was executed in Florida. His crimes and trial remain a chilling chapter in true crime history.
January 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On this day in 1989, Ted Bundy, one of America’s most infamous serial killers, was executed in Florida. His crimes and trial remain a chilling chapter in true crime history.
On this day in 1909, two armed robbers led police on a violent chase through North London in what became known as “the Tottenham Outrage,” resulting in hundreds of rounds fired and multiple deaths. It remains one of Edwardian Britain’s most infamous crimes.
January 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
On this day in 1909, two armed robbers led police on a violent chase through North London in what became known as “the Tottenham Outrage,” resulting in hundreds of rounds fired and multiple deaths. It remains one of Edwardian Britain’s most infamous crimes.
On this day in 1983, Dennis Nilsen, one of the UK’s most notorious serial killers and necrophiles, claimed his last known victim. His horrifying crimes would later shock the nation.
January 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
On this day in 1983, Dennis Nilsen, one of the UK’s most notorious serial killers and necrophiles, claimed his last known victim. His horrifying crimes would later shock the nation.
On this day in 1957, George Metesky, the "Mad Bomber," confessed to planting over 30 explosives around NYC. His reign of terror led to groundbreaking innovations in criminal profiling.
January 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
On this day in 1957, George Metesky, the "Mad Bomber," confessed to planting over 30 explosives around NYC. His reign of terror led to groundbreaking innovations in criminal profiling.
Did You Know: The way blood spatters at a crime scene can reveal critical details about the events, such as the weapon used, the angle of impact, and the position of the victim and attacker.
January 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Did You Know: The way blood spatters at a crime scene can reveal critical details about the events, such as the weapon used, the angle of impact, and the position of the victim and attacker.
📚 Book Recommendation: Killing for Company by Brian Masters
A psychological exploration of Dennis Nilsen, one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. A chilling, insightful read for true crime fans.
https://amzn.to/40CsR2S
A psychological exploration of Dennis Nilsen, one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. A chilling, insightful read for true crime fans.
https://amzn.to/40CsR2S
January 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📚 Book Recommendation: Killing for Company by Brian Masters
A psychological exploration of Dennis Nilsen, one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. A chilling, insightful read for true crime fans.
https://amzn.to/40CsR2S
A psychological exploration of Dennis Nilsen, one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers. A chilling, insightful read for true crime fans.
https://amzn.to/40CsR2S
On this day in 1950, Timothy Evans was tried for the Rillington Place murders. Unjustly hanged, Evans was later revealed to be a victim of John Christie, whose crimes shook Britain to its core.
January 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
On this day in 1950, Timothy Evans was tried for the Rillington Place murders. Unjustly hanged, Evans was later revealed to be a victim of John Christie, whose crimes shook Britain to its core.
On this day in 1991, Aileen Wuornos, one of America’s most infamous female serial killers, was arrested at the Last Resort Bar in Florida. Her crimes would lead to a highly publicized trial.
January 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
On this day in 1991, Aileen Wuornos, one of America’s most infamous female serial killers, was arrested at the Last Resort Bar in Florida. Her crimes would lead to a highly publicized trial.
📚 Book Recommendation
The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule: An intimate account of Ted Bundy’s crimes from someone who unknowingly knew him. A chilling and insightful true crime classic.
https://amzn.to/3ZZAK0S
The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule: An intimate account of Ted Bundy’s crimes from someone who unknowingly knew him. A chilling and insightful true crime classic.
https://amzn.to/3ZZAK0S
January 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
📚 Book Recommendation
The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule: An intimate account of Ted Bundy’s crimes from someone who unknowingly knew him. A chilling and insightful true crime classic.
https://amzn.to/3ZZAK0S
The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule: An intimate account of Ted Bundy’s crimes from someone who unknowingly knew him. A chilling and insightful true crime classic.
https://amzn.to/3ZZAK0S
Do you think serial killers like Edmund Kemper can ever be truly understood? What role does psychology play in preventing future crimes? Share your thoughts below.
January 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Do you think serial killers like Edmund Kemper can ever be truly understood? What role does psychology play in preventing future crimes? Share your thoughts below.
On this day in 1973, Edmund Kemper claimed his sixth victim, 19-year-old Cindy Schall. Known as the “Co-Ed Killer,” Kemper targeted young women in a spree that shocked California.
January 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
On this day in 1973, Edmund Kemper claimed his sixth victim, 19-year-old Cindy Schall. Known as the “Co-Ed Killer,” Kemper targeted young women in a spree that shocked California.
On this day in criminal history: January 3, 1946
William Joyce, “Lord Haw-Haw,” was hanged for treason in the UK for his pro-Nazi broadcasts during WWII, marking a stark end to his propaganda career.
William Joyce, “Lord Haw-Haw,” was hanged for treason in the UK for his pro-Nazi broadcasts during WWII, marking a stark end to his propaganda career.
January 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
On this day in criminal history: January 3, 1946
William Joyce, “Lord Haw-Haw,” was hanged for treason in the UK for his pro-Nazi broadcasts during WWII, marking a stark end to his propaganda career.
William Joyce, “Lord Haw-Haw,” was hanged for treason in the UK for his pro-Nazi broadcasts during WWII, marking a stark end to his propaganda career.
On this day in criminal history: January 2, 1979
Punk icon Sid Vicious faced trial for the murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, a tragic and chaotic chapter in the history of 1970s punk rock.
Punk icon Sid Vicious faced trial for the murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, a tragic and chaotic chapter in the history of 1970s punk rock.
January 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
On this day in criminal history: January 2, 1979
Punk icon Sid Vicious faced trial for the murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, a tragic and chaotic chapter in the history of 1970s punk rock.
Punk icon Sid Vicious faced trial for the murder of his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, a tragic and chaotic chapter in the history of 1970s punk rock.
On this day in criminal history: January 1, 1995
Serial killer Fred West hanged himself in prison, leaving unanswered questions about the full extent of the horrors he and his wife Rose committed
Serial killer Fred West hanged himself in prison, leaving unanswered questions about the full extent of the horrors he and his wife Rose committed
January 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On this day in criminal history: January 1, 1995
Serial killer Fred West hanged himself in prison, leaving unanswered questions about the full extent of the horrors he and his wife Rose committed
Serial killer Fred West hanged himself in prison, leaving unanswered questions about the full extent of the horrors he and his wife Rose committed