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the Night Caller terrorises Perth in Australia

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  • Feb 24, 2025
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Case 307: The Night Caller (Part 1)

The city of Perth in Western Australia is sometimes described as the most isolated city in the world. During the late 1950s, Perth’s idyllic beaches, laidback lifestyle and small town atmosphere made it feel like a safe, protected place to live. But that sense of safety would be abruptly shattered by a man who would come to be known as The Night Caller.

Brief Summary

A neighborhood faces connected shootings, rising fear, and strange theories as residents stay indoors and sleep with weapons.

Key points

  • Community Under Siege. Residents were forced to stay inside as a shooter terrorized the neighborhood.
  • Fear and Precaution. Gun purchases skyrocketed as fear gripped the community.

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