Case 39
Janelle Patton
Case 39
Janelle Patton
Norfolk Island is a small island in the Pacific Ocean, situated between Australia and New Zealand. A place of spectacular scenery and peaceful beauty. The total area of the Island is 34 kilometers squared. Or 13 miles squared.
With a population of around 2000 people, Norfolk Island is a tight-knit community with a unique and complex web of friendships and relationships.
It was discovered by Captain James Cook in 1774, and it was first used as a jail for the worst convicts from the Australian colony. The Island is a self-governing territory of Australia with its own laws, including strict customs and immigration regulations.
Tourists from all over the world flock to Norfolk Island for its unique history and its reputation for being a paradise.
It was considered a safe and friendly place. Somebody was always willing to give you a helping hand, and doors and windows were left unlocked at night. Violent crime almost didn’t exist. There hadn’t been a murder on Norfolk Island since 1893….
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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)
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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:
Episode researched and co-written by Victoria Dieffenbacher
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
RESOURCES
BOOKS:
“The Fatal Flaw” – by Roger Maynard
ARTICLES:
Accused’s wife killed Norfolk Island woman: witness – The Age
Cracked: The Case of Janelle Patton – NBC News
New information in Norfolk Island murder case – Stuff
Police check new evidence in murder – The Sydney Morning Herald
The conviction of Glenn McNeill for murder of Janelle Patton is still controversial – Daily Telegraph
Janelle Patton killer Glenn McNeill is innocent, says juror. ‘We decided to slot him’ – The Australian
Man guilty of Norfolk Island murder – The Guardian
A Pacific murder mystery that won’t go away – The Independent
VIDEOS:
“A Killer Amongst Us – The Norfolk Island Murder” – Crime Investigation Australia
OTHER:
Networked Knowledge – Media Report
Norfolk Island is a small island in the Pacific Ocean, situated between Australia and New Zealand. A place of spectacular scenery and peaceful beauty. The total area of the Island is 34 kilometres squared. Or 13 miles squared.
With a population of around 2000 people, Norfolk Island is a tight-knit community with a unique and complex web of friendships and relationships.
It was discovered by Captain James Cook in 1774, and it was first used as a jail for the worst convicts from the Australian colony. The Island is a self-governing territory of Australia with its own laws, including strict customs and immigration regulations.
Tourists from all over the world flock to Norfolk Island for its unique history and its reputation for being a paradise.
It was considered a safe and friendly place. Somebody was always willing to give you a helping hand, and doors and windows were left unlocked at night. Violent crime almost didn’t exist. There hadn’t been a murder on Norfolk Island since 1893….
______
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 Anonymous Host
EPISODE:
Episode researched and co-written by Victoria Dieffenbacher
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
RESOURCES
BOOKS:
“The Fatal Flaw” – by Roger Maynard
ARTICLES:
Accused’s wife killed Norfolk Island woman: witness – The Age
Cracked: The Case of Janelle Patton – NBC News
New information in Norfolk Island murder case – Stuff
Police check new evidence in murder – The Sydney Morning Herald
The conviction of Glenn McNeill for murder of Janelle Patton is still controversial – Daily Telegraph
Janelle Patton killer Glenn McNeill is innocent, says juror. ‘We decided to slot him’ – The Australian
Man guilty of Norfolk Island murder – The Guardian
A Pacific murder mystery that won’t go away – The Independent
VIDEOS:
“A Killer Amongst Us – The Norfolk Island Murder” – Crime Investigation Australia
OTHER:
Networked Knowledge – Media Report
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