Episode 180 The Barbershop

Episode 180 The Barbershop

Author: Killer Audio Creations April 2, 2025 Duration: 48:01
On a street in Springs, Gauteng, a barbershop sat among many other businesses. Besides being boldly painted there was little that set the property apart from all the others on the street. In 2017, a missing child and a police raid revealed that the bright signage masked a dark truth. The barbershop was far more than an innocuous small business. It was a shop of horrors. (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/truecrimesa)

Dive into the complex and often unsettling world of criminal investigations with True Crime South Africa. This podcast, produced by Killer Audio Creations, goes beyond the headlines to explore the intricate details of both solved and unsolved cases rooted in South African society. Each episode is a carefully researched narrative that examines the cultural contexts, forensic puzzles, and human stories behind these events. You'll hear detailed accounts that piece together timelines, evidence, and personal testimonies, offering a thorough look at how justice is sought and sometimes remains elusive. The focus remains squarely on South Africa, providing a localized perspective that considers the unique social and historical factors at play. By listening to this podcast, you engage with stories that are as much about understanding a nation's challenges as they are about crime itself. The production aims for clarity and depth, presenting facts while respecting the gravity of the subject matter. It’s an immersive audio experience for anyone fascinated by the meticulous process of unraveling real-life mysteries and the broader societal echoes they create.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

True Crime South Africa
Podcast Episodes
Episode 194 The Serial Crimes of Themba Sukude [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:23
In 2004 a recreation spot in Newcastle became the hunting ground for a serial predator. In a series of crimes that mirrored the still-unsolved Zodiac series in the US, couples seeking out some alone time in the park were…
Introducing: Radio Workshop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37
I’m dropping into your feed to tell you about a very cool podcast I’ve just discovered that I think you’ll really like. Radio Workshop is a documentary-style podcast about youth issues in Africa. One of the things I love…
Episode 193 The Helderstroom Prison Murders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:10
This episode was first published in the Patreon feed in May 2023. Working in a prison environment is a dangerous undertaking, but most correctional centre employees would expect the danger to come from the incarcerated o…
Finding Nadia - Stolen Girl Official Companion Podcast Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:38
Stolen Girl Official Companion Podcast Part 1 of 2 - Finding Nadia When Maureen Dabbagh's ex-husband fails to return their two-year-old daughter from a scheduled visitation, it sets off a series of events which will chan…
Episode 192 The Murder of Rachel Tshabalala [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:43
When Rachel Dolly Tshabalala was discovered deceased in her partner's home, the riddle of her murder seemed simultaneously obvious and utterly baffling. Was the man she had given her heart to the ferocious supporter of w…