The Man They Could Not Hang

A quarter-century of my dedicated research unveils the narrative of one of the most renowned and painstakingly rediscovered incidents in British Victorian history. This story centres on a man whose existence dangled on the precipice—the individual who encountered the gallows not once, not twice, but thrice.This work delves into the tragic murder of Emma Ann Whitehead Keyse in Babbacombe, England, a case surrounded by dark secrets and intrigue. Although initial suspicions pointed towards her employee, John Lee, further investigation uncovered a startling truth.

The evidence strongly suggests that a Devon solicitor, engaged in a strange relationship with Miss Keyse’s servant, was the likely culprit behind this heinous crime. This revelation sheds light on the hidden depths and complexities of the case, making it a compelling and chilling tale of Victorian history.

Read about it here.