Show Notes
This week on Killer Kontent, we're covering three very different cases from around the world. We begin with the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, looking at the legal arguments from both sides, as the trial begins. We also discuss Ohio's disturbing "House of Horrors" case, providing an update on the investigation. We also examine the alleged assassination plot targeting a Ukrainian millionaire in Monaco an international investigation spanning France, Germany and Ukraine, we break down what police allege happened and how the investigation led to an arrest. In Crime Pop Culture, we review the Australian podcast The Disappearance of Katie Walker, the ABC iview crime drama Treasure and Dirt, and Amazon Prime's documentary Murder 101 to let you know what's worth adding to your listening and viewing list. Join Emma and Anne as they unpack the facts behind the headlines and review the latest in crime podcasts, documentaries and television.
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