Case 104
Mark and John
Case 104
Mark and John
First responders rushed into the alley after receiving reports of a stabbing. Towards the dead-end of the narrow passageway, they found a teenage boy lying in a pool of blood and on the brink of death. Paramedics went to work, fighting to keep him alive as his organs began to fail. He had suffered two severe stab wounds – the first to his chest and the second deep into his abdomen. A large kitchen knife lay on the ground beside his body.
The attack in the alleyway was witnessed by the victims teenage friend, who told police the pair had been walking through Goose Green sipping on soft drinks they had bought from a nearby McDonald’s fast food outlet, when they were accosted by a man aged in his 20s, wearing a black hoodie, black jeans, and white baseball cap. The unknown man had tried to grab one of the teenagers and drag them into the alley. In the ensuing scuffle, the assailant pulled out a knife and stabbed the victim twice before fleeing the scene.
Following the attack, Greater Manchester Police put out a public appeal to identify the suspect. Newspapers were soon reporting alleged sightings of the perpetrator, with The Manchester Evening News announcing someone who fit the description was later seen at Altrincham’s Metrolink station.
With no clue to suggest a motive, police were worked swiftly – concerned the unknown assailant may strike again. Meanwhile, investigators retrieved footage from the few CCTV cameras in the Goose Green area and discovered they were in luck – one camera faced directly towards the alleyway where the teenager was attacked…
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Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
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Samaritans support network: 116 123
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
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NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
This episode of Casefile was researched and written by Eileen Ormsby, whose latest book The Darkest Web – Drugs, Death and Destroyed Lives: The Inside Story of the Internet’s Evil Twin is available now!
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
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First responders rushed into the alley after receiving reports of a stabbing. Towards the dead-end of the narrow passageway, they found a teenage boy lying in a pool of blood and on the brink of death. Paramedics went to work, fighting to keep him alive as his organs began to fail. He had suffered two severe stab wounds – the first to his chest and the second deep into his abdomen. A large kitchen knife lay on the ground beside his body.
The attack in the alleyway was witnessed by the victims teenage friend, who told police the pair had been walking through Goose Green sipping on soft drinks they had bought from a nearby McDonald’s fast food outlet, when they were accosted by a man aged in his 20s, wearing a black hoodie, black jeans, and white baseball cap. The unknown man had tried to grab one of the teenagers and drag them into the alley. In the ensuing scuffle, the assailant pulled out a knife and stabbed the victim twice before fleeing the scene.
Following the attack, Greater Manchester Police put out a public appeal to identify the suspect. Newspapers were soon reporting alleged sightings of the perpetrator, with The Manchester Evening News announcing someone who fit the description was later seen at Altrincham’s Metrolink station.
With no clue to suggest a motive, police were worked swiftly – concerned the unknown assailant may strike again. Meanwhile, investigators retrieved footage from the few CCTV cameras in the Goose Green area and discovered they were in luck – one camera faced directly towards the alleyway where the teenager was attacked…
______
Our episodes deal with serious and often distressing incidents. If you feel at anytime you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions for confidential support for men, women and children:
AUSTRALIA:
Lifeline Crisis Support: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Depression and anxiety support: 1300 22 46 36
Rape & Domestic Violence Services: 1800 737 732
Men's Line: 1300 78 99 78
Headspace: Youth Mental Health Foundation: see headspace.org.au for your local centre
USA:
Distress & Lifeline: 1800 273 8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 799 7233
Victim Connect: support for victims of crime: 855 484 2846
UK:
Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
SANE: mental health support: 0300 304 7000
Samaritans support network: 116 123
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
CANADA:
For a list of Canadian crisis centres: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/call
NEW ZEALAND:
Lifeline: 0800 543354
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (Text 4202)
______
If you are hearing impaired or know someone who is and would like to get a transcript of the episode, please email us at contact@casefilepodcast.com
CREDITS
NARRATION:
Episode narrated by the Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
This episode of Casefile was researched and written by Eileen Ormsby, whose latest book The Darkest Web – Drugs, Death and Destroyed Lives: The Inside Story of the Internet’s Evil Twin is available now!
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas and Andrew Joslyn
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORS
Audible – Offer code ‘casefile’ for a free 30-day trial & free audiobook. Follow the link or text ‘CASEFILE’ to 500500
Scentbird – 50% off your first month with promo code ‘CASEFILE’
Burrow – Get $75 off the ultimate sofa using code ‘CASEFILE’
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