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Christopher Berry-Dee Allegations

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Monsterofdeep · 15/08/2026 23:06

Never read his books, but I've seen them around a lot. Anyway, the Guardian has published an exposé of his behaviour:

https://www.theguardian.com/books/ng-interactive/2026/aug/15/christopher-berry-dee-bestselling-true-crime-author-investigation

Christopher Berry-Dee is the UK’s all-time bestselling true crime author. Is he also a violent abuser of women and children?

The British writer is known for his unique ability to get inside the heads of serial killers. But a Guardian investigation reveals multiple accusations of assault and child sexual abuse. What is the truth about the man described by his own daughter as...

https://www.theguardian.com/books/ng-interactive/2026/aug/15/christopher-berry-dee-bestselling-true-crime-author-investigation

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TheBrunswick · 16/08/2026 03:44

I've never heard of him before but that Guardian piece is chilling.
It seems that the police are reluctant to pursue any allegations against him.
No surprise there, after all it's just women and young girls potentially being raped and abused.

buttercup786 · 16/08/2026 22:26

Awful read. It seems his interest in serial killers and child murderers is for his own personal kicks. I hope his victims get justice and his career is destroyed.

Ereshkigalangcleg · 16/08/2026 22:35

That’s horrific.

RapunzelHadExtensions · 29/08/2026 20:53

I've met him a few times at Crime Con in London.

Odious, pompous and vile man. He was banned from the Crime Con Facebook page for getting into spats with fans who had queued up to have him sign books.

Absolutely awful to read this, I hope all his victims can find peace and justice.

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