UK True Crime Podcast

Nineteen Years Later: Episode 424

Dec 31, 2024
A chilling true crime tale unfolds in Gloucester, revealing the tragic story of Clare Hergest, who lost her mother to murder and later met a horrifying fate herself. Jealousy drives her ex-boyfriend to commit violence, leaving a young son to grapple with grief. The complexities of trial proceedings expose the psychological depths of obsession. As the community mourns, the impact of these losses resonates deeply, highlighting themes of love, violence, and the ripple effects of tragedy.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Claire's Early Trauma

  • Claire Hergest lost her mother Hilary to murder when she was just two years old.
  • She grew up with a joyful personality despite this trauma and resembling her late mother closely.
ANECDOTE

Claire's Tragic Death

  • Claire was a 21-year-old single mother with a young son named Kieran.
  • Barrington Moses, her ex, killed her in a jealous rage after being rejected and seeing her new boyfriend.
INSIGHT

Dangerous Jealousy Explored

  • Barrington Moses' jealousy and obsession led to a premeditated murder rather than a crime of passion.
  • His behavior reflects a dangerous inability to accept rejection and move on.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app