Episode 124: The Darlington Cannibal Killer

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In 1999, Englishman David Harker, known in the media as the “cannibal killer”, was convicted of brutally murdering, dismembering and eating Julie Paterson in his flat located in Darlington County, Durham, England about 70 miles north of Leeds. Julie, who was murdered in April of 1998, had just met David a few weeks prior. So, why would David kill a woman he just met?
References:
Why Darlington cannibal killer remains behind bars eight years after possible release revealed - Teesside Live (gazettelive.co.uk)

A Troubled Mom Went Out Drinking with a Man. She Didn't Know He Was the 'Cannibal' Killer (aol.com)

The taunting, cannibal murderer who boasted 'I'm a monster' and was too evil for hospital treatment - Teesside Live (gazettelive.co.uk)

Helen's Law: Self-proclaimed cannibal killer David Harker denied parole (bbc.com)

The horrific 'cannibal' murder that still haunts Darlington 23 years on - Teesside Live (gazettelive.co.uk)

A Troubled Mom Went Out Drinking with a Man. She Didn't Know He Was the 'Cannibal' Killer (msn.com)

Cannibal killer who hid Darlington mum's body refused parole under Helen's Law - Teesside Live (gazettelive.co.uk)

'Cannibal killer' David Harker among first denied parole under Helen's Law | UK News | Sky News

British Mom Went Out Drinking with Man, Not Knowing He Was 'Cannibal' Killer (people.com)

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