Casefile True Crime Case 276: Claire Acocks & Margaret Penny
Mar 16, 2024
In a small town, two women are found brutally murdered in a hair salon, leading to a perplexing investigation. The case involves a mysterious man who targeted one of the victims and unsettling clues left at the crime scene. Family dynamics and potential motives are uncovered, leaving lingering suspicions and doubts. The podcast explores the unsolved murders with a mix of personal stories and investigative challenges.
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The Horrible Man Encounter
- Claire Acox, a well-liked hairdresser, was left rattled after an encounter with a "horrible man" who expressed hatred for hairdressers.
- He threatened to return, foreshadowing the later tragic events at the salon.
Double Murders Shock Portland
- On May 3, 1991, Claire Acox and Margaret Penny were found murdered in the Old London Coiffure's shampoo room.
- The attack was brutal and took place in broad daylight in a busy part of town, shocking the community.
Robbery Not Primary Motive
- Despite a significant amount of cash stolen, the crime's brutality suggests robbery was not the sole motive.
- The killer ignored valuable jewelry, indicating the attack was possibly personal or symbolic, not purely financial.