Morbid
Episode 583: Peter Manuel: The Beast of Birkenshaw (Part 1)
Jul 18, 2024
Guest Peter Manuel, The Beast of Birkenshaw, one of Scotland's worst serial killers. Topics: chilling true crime stories, brutal murders, investigation of violent crime scenes, enigmatic behavior of Peter Manuel, release of Peter Manuel from prison, and his ongoing terror.
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Quick takeaways
- Peter Manuel's criminal behavior started with break-ins and thefts as a child, escalating to violent assaults in his teen years.
- His destructive tendencies included extensive property damage during home robberies and a disturbing pattern of escalating violence.
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Peter Manuel's Troubled Childhood and Early Criminal Behavior
Peter Manuel experienced a difficult adjustment to life in Scotland after moving from the US. His criminal career started at age 10, involving break-ins and thefts that escalated to violence in his teen years. He began damaging homes extensively during robberies, showing a growing pattern of destructive behavior. His propensity for lying and lack of remorse were evident early on, and he was labeled an aggressive psychopath by a prison psychiatrist.
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