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London: Alibi Ironies of Victorian Crime
Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, Series 1

Historical true crime. Seasonal investigations.Hosted by Shane Waters and Wendy Cee22 min episode

London: Alibi Ironies of Victorian Crime

January 9, 201421mEpisode 8

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Victorian London was a city cloaked in the fog of industrial progress and the dark alibi ironies of crime, where the ultimate truth... Amidst the grandeur and grime of 19th-century London, crime and justice shared an complex dance, the beguiling case of Jerry Johns unfolds. Season 1, episode 8 of Foul Play's 'Throwaways' series digs deep into Victorian crime, revealing how mistaken alibis became deadly. Jerry Johns, once a prominent figure, was celebrated in London before becoming embroiled in scandal. This episode explores the ironies of his case and the societal pressures that forged such narratives. Victorian London's evolving justice system struggled against rapid industrialization and stark class divides, often leading to convoluted alibis. Jerry's story highlights the era's flawed judicial perceptions and reminds us that truth is often manipulated. We'll uncover how the industrial boom birthed not only opportunity but also deceit, shaping legal proceedings. We dissect Victorian justice where alibis dance between fact and fiction, leaving victims unseen. --- Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypod

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Shane Waters, Founder & Host

Wendy Cee, Co-Host

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