Who Killed Billie-Jo?

This episode is a Q&A episode with 'Real' producer and presenter Naomi Channell. Unlike the other episodes, it's a conversation co-hosted by Alice, the voice of popular YouTube channel 'Truly Criminal'. This stand alone epsiode will cover updates on past cases and answer questions submitted by listeners. This is Real.

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After over a decade and three trials later... Sion Jenkins says he now knows who killed Billie-Jo. And that he even spoke to him... just minutes after he discovered her body. This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

In this episode, we go to Hastings to re-trace some of the steps from that fateful day. With the prosecution putting so much emphasis on Sion Jenkins timeline, could he really have killed her in a three minute window? Or could someone else have commited her murder, in a 30 minute window? This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

In this episode, we hear from a close friend of Billie-Jo's and get some insight into who Billie was. And if Sion Jenkins didn't kill Billie-Jo.... then who did? This is an independent podcast produced by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

Sion Jenkins has made history. He is the first man in Britain to be tried three times for the same crime. After two juries failed to reach a verdict, Sion Jenkins was a free man and he could now have his say. He wrote a book and appeared on television. But his version of events did not tally with those of his ex-wife Lois, who also decided that it was time to have her say. In fact, they were completely different. This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

After six years behind bars, the court of appeal has granted Sion Jenkins a new trial. But why? What happened next was something nobody could have predicted.... and it made history. We also hear from former Sussex murder sqaud detective inspector Kevin Moore, the man who arrested Sion Jenkins. You can find Kevin's books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Kevin-Moore/author/B07GKRTTPM?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank You: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

With the Jenkins private life suddenly laid bare, the police start to build their case against Billie-Jo's foster father, Sion Jenkins. And they soon discover, that Sion has been lying about something for years. But... does that make him a murdrer? And what happened during his trial? This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

A man is now in custody in connection with the murder of Billie-Jo. But then the forensic evidence comes back... and they soon realise, their new prime suspect, is not the one they have in custody. This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

Billie-Jo Jenkins was found murdered at the home of her foster family in February 1997. She was just 13-years-old. Her murder shocked the nation and a vibrant young girl lost her life. But why? This series will take you through this incredibly complex case. It's unique in many ways, but like every case, she deserves justice. But to get that, we need to know for sure.... Who Killed Billie-Jo? This is an indepdent podcast made by Naomi Channell. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

When 25-year-old estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped whilst conducting a house viewing, the police sprang into action. As the ransom calls and letters kept arriving, the police noticed that the kidnapper had mispelt the same words that a previous kidnapper had used. A kidnap that remained unsolved and had left an innocent young woman murdered. But this time.... things would go in a very different direction. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank You: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

Kaitlyn Braun told over 50 doulas that she was pregnant. They coached her through contractions, massaged her, offered her emotional and physical support and some went to the hospital with her. Kaitlyn told many of them that she had lost the baby. But she hadn't. This scam is one of the most unbelivable and unique deceptions in the world. It's almost unbelivable. But.... This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please see these organisations that can help: UK - https://www.sands.org.uk Canada - https://www.babysbreathcanada.ca Ireland - https://feileacain.ie/ Australia - https://www.sands.org.au/ USA - https://starlegacyfoundation.org/

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When Belle Gibson was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, the 19-year-old Australian mother of one did the unimaginable, she reversed her diagnosis. Not through traditional treatments, but through clean eating and alternative therapies. So she took to Instagram to show the world how she had cured herself and she soon had 200k followers and business deals with Apple and Penguin. But then two journalists uncovered something sinister, that took Belle from hero to public enemy number one... This is Real. Belle Gibson's 60 Minutes interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCN2Uvyz72k If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Cancer support services: UK - https://www.macmillan.org.uk/ Australia - https://www.cancer.org.au/ Ireland - https://mariekeating.ie/cancer-information/cancer-support-services-ireland/ USA - https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services.html

15-year-old Amy Fitzpatrick went missing on New Years Day 2008, in Mijas Costa, Spain and since then the family have gone through some of the most shocking and tragic events that human beings can ever experience. But someone knows what happened to Amy. They just haven't confessed....yet. This is Real. If you have any information relating to the disapperance of Amy Fitzpatrick, please go to www.searchforamy.com If you would like to support the show, you can do so here.Thank you so much: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

22-year-old Christopher Neal and his family were in their safe space on the 1st of December 2019, their home. Until William Paul Jones entered their house and told Christopher to call 911. What would unfold would be one of the most intense and tragic hostage situations the local police department had ever seen. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

When 14-year-old Noah Donohoe was found dead in June 2020, the circumstances surrounding his death left a huge number of unanswered questions. In the second part of this episode, we look at the theories that were presented at the preliminary inquest into Noah's death and why hundreds of thousands of people, who are part of 'Noah's Army', don't believe them. This is Real. If you would like to support the show and the creation of future series, you can do so here. Thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice If you would like to find out more about Noah's Army, please see their Facebook group listed here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JusticeForNoah Thank you to Singer / Songwriter Damien Quinn for allowing us to play his song, 'Remember My Noah'. The song can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THAMDQTXSkY

14-Year-Old Noah Donohoe died in extremely mysterious circumstances in Belfast in June 2020. In the first installment of this two-part episode, we look at what we know about the case and the facts that surround one of the most tragic and mysterious cases Northern Ireland has ever seen. This is Real. If you would like to support the show and the creation of future series, you can do so here. Thank you https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

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