• Mary Ann Cotton

  • Sep 6 2024
  • Length: 8 mins
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Mary Ann Cotton

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  • In the second episode of 5 Minute Murder, we uncover the chilling story of Mary Ann Cotton, often regarded as Britain’s first female serial killer. Operating in the 19th century, Cotton’s life was marked by a series of suspicious deaths—many involving those closest to her. With poison as her weapon of choice, she left a trail of bodies in her wake, all while collecting insurance payouts and evading suspicion for years. Join us as we explore the dark and twisted tale of Mary Ann Cotton, whose cunning and cold-blooded crimes shocked Victorian England.

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