Welcome to "Chasing Darkness: The Tragic Tale of Elizabeth Plunkett and Mary Duffy," where we dive deep into the harrowing tale of the 1976 murders of these two 23 year old women.
On that tragic night, the lives of Elizabeth and Mary were abruptly taken by the ruthless hands of John Shaw and Geoffrey Evans, two fugitives fleeing the English police.
As news of the horrific crimes spread, fear and uncertainty gripped the communities in Co Galway and Co Wicklow as well as the country as a whole. A nationwide manhunt ensued, with authorities tirelessly searching for Shaw and Evans, determined to bring them to justice.
The search led investigators across picturesque landscapes, unearthing clues and secrets along the way. Witness testimonies and evidence slowly pieced together the chilling events of that night, revealing the true nature of the killers.
Finally, after an intense pursuit, Shaw and Evans were apprehended, putting an end to their reign of terror. The communities breathed a collective sigh of relief, knowing that the threat was neutralised.
Join us as we recount this tragic and gripping true-crime story, unravelling all the events , the intense search, the dramatic arrest, the courtroom drama, and the ultimate outcome. "Chasing Darkness" sheds light on more of Ireland's dark secrets and the resilience of a nation seeking justice for the innocent lives lost.