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who was the real killer in this family?

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  • Aug 18, 2025
  • 0:50
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23-year-old Jeff Gilham showed up on his neighbours’ doorstep in the early morning hours of August 28 1993, with a shocking claim. His older brother Christopher Gilham had just killed their parents, Stephen and Helen, and set their bodies on fire. In return, Jeff had stabbed Christopher to death.

The tragic news left residents of the Sydney suburb of Woronora in disbelief as they struggled to comprehend how this could happen to such a normal, happy family. But as the years went by, it emerged that all was not as it seemed.

CREDITS Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Elsha McGill Creative direction – Milly Raso Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer

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Brief Summary

Jeff Gillum claims his brother killed their parents before he fatally stabbed him in a shocking family tragedy in Waronora, Australia.

Key points

  • A Shocking Family Tragedy. Jeff Gillum arrives with a shocking claim about his brother's actions.

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