Mr. Clarke’s Skeleton in Mr. Aram’s Closet: The Noise It Made

In this intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-curious connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, unravels the mystery of "Mr. Clarke’s Skeleton in Mr. Aram’s Closet: The Noise It Made." Set against the foggy backdrop of Yorkshire in 1758, this tale explores a murder long forgotten—until the discovery of a skeleton shakes the town and sends shockwaves through its most respectable circles.

The story centers on a trial where the wrong man—or is he?—is set to face the gallows. As the remains of Mr. Clarke are unearthed from a cave near Knaresborough, 15 years after his murder, the once-respected Mr. Aram finds himself at the center of a chilling mystery. Adapted from original court records and newspaper accounts by the talented duo Morton Fine and David Friedkin, this episode delves into the dark secrets hidden behind closed doors and the noises that refuse to be silenced.

With performances by Herb Butterfield, Charles Davis, and William Johnstone, and a haunting score by Bernard Herrmann, this episode is a masterclass in suspense and storytelling.

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Join us as we uncover the eerie events that led to one of the most perplexing trials in Yorkshire’s history in this unforgettable episode of "Crime Classics."

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