UK True Crime Podcast Bonus Episode With REDRUM Podcast: 'Faking His Own Death'
Jul 3, 2025
Grace Cordell, host of the REDRUM True Crime Podcast, dives into a riveting true crime narrative that feels straight out of fiction. She unpacks the harrowing tale of Nicholas Alaverdian, whose traumatic past and manipulative behavior raise questions about identity and justice. The discussion shifts to Arthur Knight, a man claiming to be an academic while linked to bizarre cases of faking death. The episode explores the psychological motivations behind such fabrications and the implications for the legal system and society.
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Nicholas's Convincing Survivor Story
- Nicholas Alaverdian portrayed himself as a survivor of childhood abuse and a passionate advocate for vulnerable children.
- His story was emotional and convincing, drawing significant local support before his darker nature emerged.
Victim or Aggressor?
- Nicholas's alleged victimhood conflicted with reports of his own violent and manipulative behavior.
- Authorities doubted his claims as he often emerged as the aggressor, complicating his victim narrative.
Assault and Denial
- Nicholas sexually assaulted a woman named Mary after initially portraying an innocent friendship.
- His subsequent conviction led to a sex offender registration, but he avoided jail time and denied responsibility.