The Barrowland Murders: Investigating The Horrific Crimes Of Bible John
How A Scripture Quoting Killer Preyed On Guests Of The Barrowland Ballroom
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This unidentified serial killer became known as “Bible John” due to his having repeatedly quoted from the Bible and to have condemned any form of adultery while in the company of his final victim.
The oddity of the man known as Bible John
The 1960s was one of the most exciting periods in Scottish history. On one hand, the country was trying to rebuild itself after the horrific events of World War 2 which was already a herculean task made worse by a sharp increase in criminal activities. On the other hand, a massive cultural revolution was happening throughout the country, otherwise known as the Swinging Sixties. It was a fascinating time when the youths of the United Kingdom started embracing a new…
