In this episode of Crime Time, Inc., we delve into the harrowing details of the Snowtown Murders, also known as the Bodies in the Barrels Murders. This case, which spanned several years and involved a series of brutal killings, shook Australia to its core. Central to the case was John Bunting, a seemingly ordinary man with a dark fascination for death, who manipulated and recruited vulnerable individuals into his twisted circle, including Robert Wagner, Mark Hayden, and James Vlasakis. With a deep-seated hatred for those he deemed as deviants, Bunting targeted and killed 12 victims, using torture, deceit, and financial exploitation. The discovery of bodies stored in barrels within an old bank vault in Snowtown brought the chilling extent of their crimes to light, leading to the eventual conviction of the perpetrators. Throughout the episode, we explore the complex relationships and psychological manipulation at play, the police investigation that led to the case's unraveling, and the broad societal implications of the murders. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of one of Australia's most infamous criminal cases, shedding light on the dark nature of human behavior and the importance of vigilance and justice in society.

00:00 Introduction to the Snowtown Murders

00:42 John Bunting: The Mastermind

01:40 The Accomplices and Their Vulnerabilities

02:19 The Victims and Their Horrific Fates

03:58 The Brutal Methods and Disposal of Bodies

05:17 The Investigation Breakthrough

05:34 The Grim Discovery in Snowtown

06:55 The Media Frenzy and Trials

12:28 The Lasting Impact and Lessons

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.