The Dark History of Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night, or Guy Fawkes Night as it's also known, takes place in the UK on the 5th of November. While most know the story of Guy Fawkes and his treasonous plot, the true horror of the story is often overlooked. For international readers, the night may even remain a mystery. I'm not planning to … Continue reading The Dark History of Bonfire Night

The Mystery of the Poganica Bay Stabbing

Poganica Bay on the isle of Solta Just off the coast of Croatia is a small island called Solta. The island is a haven for vineyards, olive groves, and tourism, but is also know for Poganico Bay, a small inlet known for its legends of pirates and sea monsters. In the bay is a deceptively … Continue reading The Mystery of the Poganica Bay Stabbing

Stone Man Disease

The skeleton of Harry Eastlack The human body is weird and wonderful. Did you know everyone has a unique smell, except for twins? Or that the fastest growing nail is on the middle finger? Human foetuses develop fingerprints at three months in utero - if you're looking to put together a crew for a heist, … Continue reading Stone Man Disease

Putting a Smile on Victims’ Faces: the ‘Eunuch Maker’

Marius Gustavson (Met Police) Last week, the man known as the 'Eunuch Maker' was sentenced to 22 years in prison. This isn't so much a true crime blog as it is a true horror blog, and what this man did was truly horrendous, so... we cover it. Marius Gustavson, originally from Norway, was previously convicted … Continue reading Putting a Smile on Victims’ Faces: the ‘Eunuch Maker’

The 1967 Mossdale Cavern Tragedy

The entrance to the Mossdale Caverns (Source: Wikipedia) The Mossdale Caverns are a cave system in the Yorkshire Dales, England. They are formed within the Middle Limestone of the Yoredale Series, and were discovered by Bob Leakey during an extensive search of the area organised by Eli Simpson, founder of the British Speleological Society, in … Continue reading The 1967 Mossdale Cavern Tragedy