Modern Wisdom #060 - Robbyn Swan & Anthony Summers - The Disappearance Of Madeleine McCann
Apr 1, 2019
Robbyn Swan and Anthony Summers are investigative journalists and authors renowned for their expertise on the Madeleine McCann case. They delve into the perplexities surrounding her disappearance, discussing messy investigations and the impact of media scrutiny. The guests highlight the challenges faced by police and the public's perception fueled by misinformation. They also reflect on their emotional journeys in covering such cases, the lack of forensic evidence, and the ongoing hope for resolution, all while providing insights from their updated book on the topic.
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Crank Letters
- Anthony Summers recalls receiving crank letters, often in red or green ink, during his early career.
- These letters, unlike today's internet trolls, were rarely venomous.
Real People, Real Tragedy
- Chris Williamson emphasizes that the Madeleine McCann case, like other true crime stories, involves real people.
- The authors are reporting facts, not creating fiction, so disagreeing with their findings is arguing with reality.
Mishandled Crime Scene
- The initial crime scene investigation in the Madeleine McCann case was mishandled due to a lack of immediate crime scene preservation.
- Police initially treated it as a missing child case, not a potential crime, leading to contamination of evidence.
