This chilling collection of cases delves into the villainous deeds that have taken place in and around Buckinghamshire during its long history. Cases of robbery, murder and self-destruction are all examined as the darker side of the county’s past is exposed. From John Owen, who slaughtered seven people, to the case of John Tawell, the last person to be hanged publicly in Aylesbury, this book sheds a new light on Buckinghamshire’s criminal past. Illustrated with a wide range of archive material and modern photographs, Buckinghamshire Murder & Crimeis sure to fascinate both residents and visitors alike as these shocking events of the past are revealed for a new generation.
