A Cold Case: The Unsolved Murder of Betty Szabó in Amsterdam
On February 19th, 2009, 19-year-old Hungarian sex worker Betty Szabó was found brutally murdered in her workroom in Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Just three months after giving birth to her son, Betty’s life was cut short in a killing marked by shocking violence.Despite an extensive investigation, countless witness interviews, and modern forensic techniques, no one has ever been convicted of her murder. Over the years, police have reopened the case, even using groundbreaking campaigns like a 3D hologram of Betty to appeal for new witnesses. Yet the question remains: who killed Betty Szabó?In this episode of The Lowest Crime, we retrace Betty’s story, the investigation that followed, and the haunting questions that continue to surround one of the most disturbing unsolved murders in the Netherlands.⚠️ Listener discretion is advised: this episode contains descriptions of extreme physical violence.
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The Enschede Fireworks Disaster – The 2000 Explosion That Shook the Netherlands
On May 13, 2000, the Dutch city of Enschede was struck by disaster when the SE Fireworks storage site exploded. The blast killed 23 people, injured nearly 1,000 others, and destroyed an entire neighborhood within seconds. Known as the Vuurwerkramp, or Fireworks Disaster, it remains one of the deadliest tragedies in modern Dutch history. In this episode of The Lowest Crime, we take you back to that day, tracing how the fire started, how the explosions unfolded, and how survivors experienced the chaos. We also explore the investigation, lawsuits, and political fallout that followed, and why questions about responsibility and accountability continue to linger more than two decades later. This is the story of a catastrophe that reshaped Dutch safety regulations and left an indelible mark on Enschede and the Netherlands as a whole.
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Almelo Crossbow Shooter: The 2024 Attack and Its Devastating Aftermath
In this episode of The Lowest Crime, we delve into the chilling details of the 2024 Almelo crossbow attack. We'll talk about the timeline of events, the motives behind the assault, and the aftermath of the horrifying attack that shook Almelo. With insights into the investigation, survivor testimonies, and legal developments, we'll delve deep into one of the most shocking crimes in recent Dutch history.
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The Teteringen Girl – Unidentified, Murdered, and Forgotten? | Dutch Cold Case 1990
On Christmas Day 1990, the body of a young girl was found wrapped in blankets and discarded in a forest near Teteringen, Netherlands. To this day, her identity remains unknown—and her murder unsolved. In this episode of The Lowest Crime, we explore the heartbreaking mystery of het Meisje van Teteringen. Who was she? What went wrong? And why has no one come forward?We dive into the story of how she was found, the forensic details, and new leads in one of the most haunting cold cases in Dutch criminal history.
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The Utrecht Tram Attack – Terror in Broad Daylight | The Lowest Crime.
On March 18, 2019, the city of Utrecht was shaken to its core when a gunman opened fire inside a tram at 24 Oktoberplein. Within minutes, four people were dead and several others seriously wounded. We'll talk about the horrifying moments during the shooting, and the manhunt that followed.Join us as we explore every detail of this tragic case—from eyewitness accounts to the courtroom verdict.⚠️ Content warning: This episode contains descriptions of violence and trauma related to a terrorist attack. Listener discretion is advised.
Welcome to The Lowest Crime, a true crime podcast that explores some of the most intriguing and unsettling cases from the Netherlands. In each episode, I, Eline, take you through a new story, covering everything from unsolved mysteries to notorious crimes that have shaped the country’s history. With a straightforward approach and a focus on the facts, I try to offer fresh insights into cases that often fly under the radar. We will explore a wide range of stories, from cases with clear-cut villains to those with more complex shades of gray, offering a deeper look into the nuances of each crime.
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