85 - Monster in the Garage: Patricia Murphy

In May of 1996, a woman's body was found behind a skip in Glasnevin, Dublin city. Late on the 27th, Patricia Murphy had been reported missing from her nearby home. In order for her family to find justice, however, three of her young children would have to give evidence in court to put the perpetrator away - the monster in the garage.  ********** This episode was researched and written by Eileen MacFarlene of the Crimelapse podcast. ********** Join me at CrimeCon UK on June 12-13th 2021. For more information and tickets visit crimecon.co.uk. Use the code MENSREA for 10% off. Purchase a ticket with the code and get in touch to get a free Mens Rea T-Shirt (limited to first 10 listeners who contact me) ********** With thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Make sure your menzes are perfectly groomed this Valentines day! 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