About this episode
The episode discusses the chilling murders of the Russell family and the survival of Josie Russell, who played a crucial role in the investigation.
https://factormeals.com/unseen50off Code: Unseen50off - On July 9th 1996, in the small village of Chillenden Kent, Shaun Russell comes home to an empty house where his family is missing. Shortly after he learns horrific details about what has happened to his wife, dog, and two daughters. The details reveal that all the members of Shaun's family have been killed while walking home by an unknown figure with a hammer, that is until one revelation is made after all hope was lost. Shaun’s 9 year old daughter, Josie, had survived the attack. There was little evidence, no suspects under suspicion, and Josie was unable to talk after her surgery. However, with the miracle strength of Josie, it was only a matter of time before she was able to help the police make breakthroughs in the case. - Writer, director & editor: Hannah Duncan Researcher: Alison Loi Voiceover: Will Akana Producers: Alexandra Salois & Salim Sader - Sources:The Russell Murders, Crimes That Shook Britain Josie’s Journey, BBC Crime Monthly, LWT The Telegraph The Mirror Kent Online Daily Mail Alamy Getty Images Motion Array Audio Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- murder
- survival
- family tragedy
- investigation
- true crime
- Kent
Keywords
- Dollhouse Woods
- Josie Russell
- Shaun Russell
- murder case
- true crime
- Chillenden Kent
- survivor
- investigation
- hammer attack
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Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC, The Telegraph, The Mirror, Kent Online, Daily Mail, Alamy, Getty Images, Motion Array, Audio Network
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