Scottish Murders

About Scottish Murders

Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, victim focused podcast hosted by Dawn, that focuses on the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland. Dawn, being Scottish herself, started the podcast in 2021 to showcase the lesser-known murders that have happened in Scotland, as while it is well known as ‘Bonnie Scotland’, it does have a very dark side too. Dawn also speaks to victims family members when at all possible, which gives them a chance to tell their own loved ones story, and covers both solved and unsolved cases.

Publisher

Cluarantonn

Category

true crime

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

4 Jul 2021

Latest episode

25 May 2026

Latest episodes

8 of 161 episodes have a transcript.

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   25 May 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Scotland Today Surviving the Shot: The Rothes Incident of 1905

   Host Dawn Young investigates the 1905 Rothes incident where Constable William Baron was shot, revealing how animosity and hostility led to violence in a quiet town.

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   18 May 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Murder in the Wilds: The Darryl Fitch Tragedy

   Host Dawn Young and husband Peter Young explore the complex investigation and profound impact of Darryl Fitch's tragic 2015 murder in this gripping interview.

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   12 May 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Scotland Today 1999: The Monklands Bridge Gangland Executions

   In this episode of Scotland Today, Dawn revisits one of Scotland’s most chilling unsolved gangland double murders: the deaths of John Nisbet and William Lindsay in October 1999. This detailed retelling covers the timeline of the case, from the last known movements of the victims and the forensic investigation, to suspects and the lingering impact on the victims’ families and the wider community. The episode marks the 12 May 2000 renewed police appeal, highlighting the enduring quest for answers in this decades-old mystery. Watch on Youtube (https://youtu.be/J3dmBRAWF7o) Three Takeaways from the Episode: Unsolved Gangland Murders Remain a Mystery The double murder of John Nisbet and William Lindsay in 1999 marked by the meticulous planning and execution of the killers, as well as their confidence in covering their tracks. Police Investigations Faced Obstacles Despite Progress Despite a significant police response—including forensic tests, DNA profiling, ballistic analysis, and identifying prime suspects—no one was ever charged. The investigation was hampered by fear, silence, and the lack of decisive evidence. Victims’ Families Still Seek Closure More than two decades later, the families of John Nisbet and William Lindsay remain without answers or justice, while the suspected main perpetrator, Lee Smith, died before facing trial and the case remains officially unsolved. SOURCES: Please see our website for all source material and photos at https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/nisbetandlindsay/ (https://scottishmurders.com/episodes/nisbetandlindsay/) British Newspaper Archives Affiliate Link (https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/?sourceID=13&utm_source=affiliate&utm_content=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scottishmurders.com&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=bna&awc=5895_1747614206_fb5f4cfb7c6e4dc5269cfac8d1a0498d) SUPPORT US: Ko-fi - ko-fi.com/scottishmurders (https://ko-fi.com/scottishmurders) Merch - teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders (https://teepublic.com/user/scottishmurders) Website - scottishmurders.com (https://scottishmurders.com/) Instagram - @scottishmurderspodcast (https://www.instagram.com/scottishmurderspodcast/) CREDITS: Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn (https://www.cluarantonn.com/) Hosted by Dawn Young Researched, Written and Edited by Dawn Young Production Company Name by Granny Robertson MUSIC: epidemicsound (https://www.epidemicsound.com/)

Inside a recent episode

Scotland Today Surviving the Shot: The Rothes Incident of 1905

Published 25 May 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] His grocer's license had been revoked after he attempted to bribe Constable Barron with a bottle of whiskey, and he had previously threatened the officer while intoxicated. He had also been convicted of illegally supplying alcohol to a ten-year-old child. This was not a sudden act, but the violent culmination of years of resentment, drinking-fuelled behaviour and unchecked hostility. When the case eventually reached the High Court of Justiciary in Edinburgh, James Craigie pleaded guilty to assault, with his defence arguing that the shooting had been a rash and foolish act, rather than a deliberate attempt to kill. […]

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

83,673

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

68 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 77 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

63

Social presence

94

YouTube

85

Engagement

95

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Does not typically book guests

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