Casefile True Crime Case 307: The Night Caller (Part 1)
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Feb 15, 2025 Perth in the late 1950s felt like a safe haven until a figure dubbed The Night Caller shattered that illusion. The tranquility was disturbed by increasing burglaries and a chilling encounter with the McLeod family, sparking fear among residents. As crime rates soared, the shocking murders of Penina Berkman and Gillian Brewer left the community reeling. The narrative delves into a wave of violence, including a series of terrifying hit-and-run incidents, highlighting the local struggle for safety in a changed societal landscape.
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Molly McLeod's Attack
- The McLeod family found their daughter Molly disoriented and injured in their Applecross home.
- They initially believed her injuries resulted from a fall, but later learned she was attacked by the Night Caller.
Penina Berkman's Murder
- Penina Berkman was found murdered in her South Perth apartment after a date with Fotis Huntis.
- Her boyfriend, Fotis, became the prime suspect due to circumstantial evidence.
Alex Duncan's Attack
- Nursing student Alex Duncan was attacked and robbed in her Nedlands flat, suffering a severe head injury.
- The attack left her with lifelong epilepsy, ending her nursing aspirations.