Crime Time Inc4 Nov 2024

Archibald Hall

In this gripping episode of 'The Deep Dive,' we explore the dual life of Archibald Hall, infamously known as Roy Fontaine, who seamlessly transitioned from a refined butler to a calculated murderer. Born in Glasgow, Hall's life spiralled from petty thefts to manipulating the upper class and committing a series of chilling murders. The narrative details his cunning ability to dissociate and deceive, leading to his eventual capture after a police investigation and dramatic escape attempt. Hall's trial captured immense media attention, resulting in life sentences for him and his accomplice, Kiddo, yet leaving one murder unresolved. This episode not only uncovers Hall's monstrous actions but also examines the psychological intricacies behind his facade, depicting a real-life Jekyll and Hyde.

Tom and Simon will discuss this and the rest of this weeks episode's in this Sunday's episode.

00:00 Introduction to Archibald Hall: The Monster Butler

00:38 Early Life and Theatrical Beginnings

01:28 Crafting the Persona of Roy Fontaine

02:00 The Double Life: Butler by Day, Criminal by Night

02:51 A Dark Turn: From Theft to Murder

03:36 The First Murder: David Wright

04:24 New Employment and Accomplice: The Scott Elliots

04:51 The Robbery Takes a Dark Turn

05:11 A Descent into Madness

05:51 The Ruthless Elimination of Loose Ends

06:29 The Murder of Donald

07:27 The Capture of Roy Fontaine

08:48 The Trial and Unanswered Questions

09:19 The Chilling Legacy of Archibald Hall

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Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.

This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.

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