Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes Untold Motives
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Jan 7, 2026 Dive into post-WWI Liverpool, where a husband's harrowing discovery of his wife's murder sets off a tangled web of intrigue. Explore the chilling details of the crime scene and the bloody evidence that reveals a brutal attack. Delve into the forensic analysis that raises questions about staging and motive. With multiple suspects and an overturned verdict, the case challenges perceptions of guilt. Did he really kill her, or is there more to this gripping story? Unravel the chilling mystery alongside the hosts.
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Blood Spatter Reveals Attack Location
- The blood spatter pattern concentrated near the violin case pinpoints where most fatal blows occurred.
- Multiple high-force blows produced pooled blood and cast-off spatter, indicating repeated strikes to the head.
Two‑Stage Blunt Force Trauma
- The autopsy showed crushing, comminuted skull injuries consistent with a heavy, large‑headed instrument.
- Ten superficial lacerations followed by massive fractures suggest an initial narrow weapon then a heavier implement finished the killing.
Macintosh: Shield Or Afterthought?
- Forensic testing found heavy human blood on William's Macintosh and splatter on nearby objects.
- The pattern and placement of stains raise questions about whether the coat was used as a shield or was simply draped over the victim.
