The Disturbing Crimes Of Dennis Nilsen

Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code JoeyAndJosh at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/joeyandjosh *AD*Join Joey and Josh here:*https://bit.ly/JoinJAndJ - Videos 48 hours before anyone else- Members Only Livestreams In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of Dennis Nilsen otherwise known as Des: one of the most disturbing serial killers in UK true crime history. We explore how Nilsen lured victims back to his flat in Melrose Avenue, committing a series of horrifying murders that went undetected for years. But what makes this true crime case even more disturbing are the missed opportunities. Multiple victims escaped. Reports were made. Warning signs were there. So how did Metropolitan Police fail to stop him?We break down the timeline, the psychology, and the investigation, including Nilsen’s calm confession and trial at the Old Bailey. This is more than just a true crime documentary… it’s a deep dive into one of the UK’s most infamous serial killer cases.What really allowed Dennis Nilsen to get away with murder for so long? Could the police have stopped him earlier? And how many victims were lost? If you’re interested in UK true crime, serial killer documentaries, and real-life criminal psychology cases — this is an episode you don’t want to miss.0:00 - Who Was Dennis Nilsen?2:33 - What Was Britain Like When Dennis Nilsen Started Killing?7:23 - What Happened In Dennis Nilsen’s Childhood?11:06 - Did His Grandfather’s Death Change Him Forever?17:02 - Why Did Dennis Nilsen Join The Army And Police?21:44 - When Did Dennis Nilsen First Come To Police Attention?25:15 - How Did Dennis Nilsen Kill His First Victim?31:45 - How Did Dennis Nilsen Keep Getting Away With Murder?47:27 - Why Did Moving To Cranley Gardens Expose Him?1:08:24 - How Was Dennis Nilsen Finally Caught?1:10:49 - What Happened At Dennis Nilsen’s Trial?1:17:13 - What Happened To Dennis Nilsen In Prison?The case of Des brought the story of Dennis Nilsen back into the spotlight, with the ITV drama Des introducing a whole new audience to one of the UK’s most disturbing serial killer cases. Throughout Des, ITV focuses on the investigation, the missed opportunities, and Nilsen’s chillingly calm confessions all of which we break down in this episode. The ITV production Des doesn’t just dramatise events, it raises serious questions about how Nilsen was able to evade capture for so long. If you’ve watched Des on ITV and want a deeper dive into the real story, the victims, and the full timeline, this episode expands on everything the ITV series Des touched on and the details it couldn’t show.If you liked this episode check out our True Crime Playlist! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVIeZ2V-r8yoe_tcGNc69P-hzncnQXmkF*Follow Us*Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joeyandjoshSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1G0OGok4kkOQYDya50d0ac?si=68842d17117d45c2Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/JoeyAndJosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeyandjoshpodDennis Nilsen, Dennis Nilsen documentary, Dennis Nilsen case, UK serial killer, British serial killers, London serial killer, Melrose Avenue murders, Cranley Gardens murders, true crime documentary UK, true crime podcast UK, real crime stories, serial killer documentary, unsolved victims UK, true crime cases UK, criminal psychology documentary, why did Dennis Nilsen kill, Dennis Nilsen victims, missed opportunities police, failed police investigation UK, serial killer confession, true crime storytelling, dark history UK, famous UK murder cases, crime documentary 2026, real life horror storiesBig Thanks To Editor Dan! Follow him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieljcurme?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios