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On May 25, 1979, six-year-old Etan Patz left his New York home to walk to the school bus stop alone for the first time. He never made it. His disappearance became one of the most famous missing child cases in American history and helped transform the way missing children were publicised across the country. Decades later, Pedro Hernandez was convicted of Etan’s kidnapping and murder, but Etan’s body has never been found. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In September 2024, 18-year-old Nicholas Prosper murdered his mother, brother and sister inside their Luton home. But investigators soon discovered something even more disturbing. Prosper had been planning a mass shooting at his former primary school, researching previous attacks, studying the school and illegally obtaining a shotgun and ammunition. His plan unravelled before he ever reached the school, preventing what prosecutors said could have become one of Britain’s worst mass shootings. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1892, Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally murdered inside their Massachusetts home. Their daughter Lizzie was arrested and put on trial, but despite becoming one of the most infamous murder suspects in American history, she was acquitted. More than 130 years later, the case remains officially unsolved. So what really happened inside the Borden house, and did Lizzie actually get away with murder? For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As America reeled from the attacks of September 11, 2001, Michele Anne Harris disappeared from upstate New York. Her estranged husband, Cal Harris, became the focus of the investigation and would eventually face four murder trials. He was convicted twice, both convictions were overturned, and in 2016 he was found not guilty. Michele has never been found, leaving behind one of New York’s most extraordinary unsolved mysteries. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 1991, four teenage girls were found murdered inside a burning yoghurt shop in Austin, Texas. The investigation that followed became one of America’s most notorious cold cases, involving false confessions, overturned convictions and decades of unanswered questions. Then, more than 30 years later, new DNA evidence finally pointed investigators towards a suspect. This is the disturbing story of the Yoghurt Shop Murders and the extraordinary investigation that followed. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1968, Newcastle was shaken by a case almost impossible to comprehend. Mary Bell was just 10 years old when four-year-old Martin Brown and three-year-old Brian Howe were killed. By the age of 11, Bell had been convicted of both killings, becoming one of the youngest killers in British history. But behind the headlines was an extraordinarily troubled childhood and a case that still raises uncomfortable questions about violence, responsibility and whether a child can truly understand the consequences of their actions. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iryna Zarutska fled the war in Ukraine hoping to build a new life in America. On August 22, 2025, the 23-year-old boarded a light-rail train in Charlotte, North Carolina, on her way home from work. Minutes later, she was fatally attacked without warning. Police arrested Decarlos Brown Jr., a complete stranger who had been sitting behind her. The case of Iryna Zarutska would quickly raise troubling questions about public safety, mental health and whether this tragedy could have been prevented. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Natalie McNally was found murdered in her home, her boyfriend appeared to have the perfect alibi: he had been livestreaming on YouTube all night. But investigators soon discovered that the six-hour broadcast had been recorded days earlier. This is the disturbing case of a calculated murder, a carefully staged online alibi and the digital evidence that exposed the truth. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ICMAP IS BACK. AND WE’RE BACK FOREVER. That’s right. From now on, you can expect a brand new I Could Murder A Podcast episode EVERY. SINGLE. WEEK. Until the end of time. We’re ridiculously excited to be back and we want you involved. Send us your case requests, share the show with your mates, leave a comment, hit like wherever you can and help us spread the word. No more waiting for the next series. ICMAP is now ALWAYS ON. For nearly a year, Taylor Parker convinced those around her that she was pregnant. She wore a fake bump, staged ultrasounds and even held a gender reveal. But as her supposed due date approached, the lie became impossible to maintain. In October 2020, Parker murdered 21-year-old Reagan Simmons-Hancock, who was 35 weeks pregnant, and attempted to take her unborn baby as her own. For extra content, bonus episodes and discount codes for merch, visit: www.icmap.co.uk For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For centuries, sailors have told stories of a mysterious ship doomed to roam the oceans forever. The legend of the Flying Dutchman is one of the oldest and most chilling maritime myths ever recorded. Said to appear during violent storms and thick sea fog, the ghostly vessel became a terrifying omen for crews crossing dangerous waters. From whispered sightings in the 1700s to reports involving royal passengers, experienced captains, and entire crews, the story has refused to disappear. Some believed it was a warning of disaster. Others claimed the ship was cursed, trapped between life and death for eternity. But where did the legend begin? Was there ever a real ship behind the tale, or did fear and isolation at sea create the perfect ghost story? In this episode, we explore the origins of the Flying Dutchman, the most famous sightings throughout history, and why this phantom ship still haunts popular culture today. Perfect listening for a dark night at sea… For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOLY SH*T?! Join the soft drink REVOLUTION! 🎉 Get 10% off using code ICMAP OR £5 off your first order using code ICMAP5: https://uk.holy.com/icmap During World War II, one name became closely associated with the horrors of Auschwitz: Josef Mengele. A trained physician and officer within the Nazi regime, Mengele carried out a series of so-called medical experiments on prisoners, actions that have since become some of the most widely condemned in modern history. After the war ended, he evaded capture for decades, moving across continents while international efforts to locate him continued. His disappearance, and the years he spent in hiding, added another layer to a story already defined by cruelty and unanswered questions. In this episode, we examine his early life, his role during the war, the global manhunt that followed, and how his legacy continues to shape discussions around ethics, accountability, and justice. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support ICMAP... HOLY SH*T?! Join the soft drink REVOLUTION! 🎉 Get 10% off using code ICMAP OR £5 off your first order using code ICMAP5: https://uk.holy.com/icmap In 1970, authorities in California made a discovery that would go on to become one of the most widely studied and debated cases in modern psychology. A young girl, later known as Genie, had spent most of her childhood in extreme isolation, cut off from the outside world during her most important developmental years. When she was finally found, her condition raised profound questions about language, human development, and the long-term effects of deprivation. Scientists, doctors, and researchers became deeply involved in her case, hoping to better understand what happens when a child grows up without normal social interaction. But alongside the scientific interest came ethical concerns, controversy, and ongoing debate about how her case was handled. In this episode, we explore Genie’s early life, her discovery, the intense attention that followed, and the lasting questions her story continues to raise today... For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOLY SH*T?! Join the soft drink REVOLUTION! 🎉 Get 10% off using code ICMAP OR £5 off your first order using code ICMAP5: https://uk.holy.com/icmap The world came to know him as “Jihadi John”. A masked figure who became one of the most recognisable faces linked to extremist propaganda during the height of global tensions in the 2010s. But behind the name was Mohammed Emwazi, a man from London whose path into radicalisation shocked many who had known him earlier in life. As his identity was uncovered, questions quickly followed. How did someone with a seemingly ordinary background become associated with one of the most widely discussed extremist movements in recent history? What were the warning signs, and could anything have been done differently? This episode explores Emwazi’s early life, the events that led to his radicalisation, the international effort to identify him, and the lasting impact his story had on public perception, security, and global policy. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOLY SH*T?! Join the soft drink REVOLUTION! 🎉 Get 10% off using code ICMAP OR £5 off your first order using code ICMAP5: https://uk.holy.com/icmap In the late 1970s, a series of crimes in California left investigators facing one of the most disturbing cases of the era. When authorities began closing in on Lawrence Bittaker and Roy Norris, they uncovered a pattern of calculated and deeply troubling behaviour that had gone unnoticed for far too long. As the investigation developed, evidence began to reveal the scale of what had taken place, leading to arrests that would bring national attention and a trial that remains one of the most infamous in U.S. history. This episode breaks down how the case unfolded, how the pair were eventually identified, and the lasting impact it had on law enforcement and public awareness. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOLY SH*T?! Join the soft drink REVOLUTION! 🎉 Get 10% off using code ICMAP OR £5 off your first order using code ICMAP5: https://uk.holy.com/icmap In January 1992, 12-year-old Shanda Sharer went missing in Indiana. What followed would become one of the most deeply upsetting cases in the state’s history. As the investigation unfolded, the truth revealed a series of events that shocked both law enforcement and the public. The case quickly drew national attention, not just because of what happened, but because of who was responsible. It’s a story that raises difficult questions about influence, accountability, and how something like this could happen in the first place. In this episode, we walk through the timeline, the people involved, and the investigation that brought the case to light and why it still resonates decades later. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.