Jeremy Craddock unveils a deeply personal memoir chronicling his involvement in the infamous Lake District murder case.
- In 1997, reporters uncovered a package in Coniston Water, revealing a decades-old murder mystery.
- Jeremy Craddock, then a young journalist, found himself at the forefront of this high-profile case.
- The memoir presents new interviews and insights into the long-running investigation of Carol Park’s murder.
- The book is set to feature on Sky TV’s series with an in-depth author interview.
In 1997, Jeremy Craddock, then a fledgling journalist, became embroiled in the infamous Lake District murder investigation following the discovery of a suspicious package in Coniston Water. As divers unearthed the remains of Carol Park, a woman who had been missing since 1976, Craddock was positioned at the heart of what was to become one of the most significant stories of his early career.
Craddock reflects on his experiences, revealing that when the body was discovered, it had already lain hidden beneath the lake’s surface for 21 years. Her husband, Gordon Park, was initially arrested, yet it would be another two decades until justice was fully realised. This perplexing and haunting case was one that lingered in the minds of those involved, particularly for Craddock, who attended Carol Park’s inquest and reported on the police’s initial investigations.
Craddock’s decision to pen this memoir stems from an absence of comprehensive literature on the case, driving him to revisit the past with fresh eyes. The book, described as a ‘real-life murder mystery and true crime memoir that reads like a thriller,’ incorporates interviews with individuals who played pivotal roles in the investigation.
Anticipation surrounds the impending adaptation of the memoir for television. Sky TV’s series, Forensics: Catching The Killer, will feature an author interview with Craddock in December 2024. Such a spotlight underscores the lasting intrigue and complexity of the case which captivated both the local community and national audiences.
Further accentuating Craddock’s credentials, the journalist is also known for his authorship of ‘The Jigsaw Murders: The True Story of the Ruxton Killings and the Birth of Modern Forensics,’ a work which garnered distinction by being longlisted for the 2022 Crime Writers’ Association Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction.
Jeremy Craddock’s memoir offers a comprehensive and compelling look into a notable murder case, extending its legacy beyond mere reportage.
