The Murder of Vera Page: Percy Rush, 1931

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[@katiedotson704]

I came very close to not watching this one, Mark. I have a very difficult time with stories that involve harming children or animals. But you presented this horror story as delicately as any one possibly could. My respect for you just keeps increasing.

[@billkarmetsky4003]

Mr. Maguire, your stories are written in a manner that pulls the listener in. You're my kind of writer. Simply exquisite! You rightly savage Percy Rush. How you rip into this man and the crime is righteous poetry.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Ah that made me smile - many thanks indeed, Bill!

[@susannahhunt100]

Lovely to see and hear you once again. Shocking that Percy Rush got away with it. The evidence appeared to be overwhelming.

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[@fizzao1342]

Murders of children are grievous. Mark has handled this tragic case so respectfully that it is a tribute to poor young Vera. Goodness only knows why Rush was not committed for trial. In my opinion he did get away with murder.

[@paulhurst4327]

I am retired Police Officer from Merseyside. You may be interested in the following. ...... Elizabeth Peers. 10 yrs . Wendell St L8. Toxteth. Raped and murdered 1905. No one ever arrested. Circa 2010 I got involved with a case of a family being disturbed by the ghost of a small child in their house. In those days the police took and interest in the community !!!! I had no knowledge of any crime at this house at the time. Cut a two months story short. The rear passageway of this terraced house was the venue of the offence and location of the body found. I had the cold case files retrieved from the archives but very little remained. I had the local RC Priest visit the home and say prayers at the house. The ghost girl never returned. She is buried only a half mile away at Smithdown Cemetery. Of note is that over 30,000 people turned out to her funeral. There was a suspect, but he was never charged.

[@SmartStart24]

Wow that’s wild. RIP to Elizabeth I am glad you all could help put her spirit to rest.

[@rozdoyle8872]

Wow, what a story , well done for your part in bringing closure.

[@sksksksl]

So sad. Thank you for all your hard work with this story.

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You are most welcome.

[@NelsonStJames]

People always complain about how unsafe it is for children today, but as this shows, it’s never been completely safe for children, regardless of what era you’re in. Evil people have always been among us. Good to hear from you and looking forward to storytime.

[@joannaw5913]

All the stats show that children are safer now than they have ever been. We are just more aware now, due to modern media.

[@niamhosullivan1291]

Yes, England has enough kIllers, without importing millions of foreign k1llers from the third world.

[@theguest4516]

I heard that song: The Muffin Man. Was about a serial killer that lured children with muffins. We just didn't know how crazy people are before. Ed Gein is the stuff of nightmares.

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[@rosemaryfranzese317]

As you rightly said, child murders are the most distressing of all crimes. I am amazed that it only took five minutes deliberation by the inquest jury to decide that someone else committed the murder. I also find it hard to believe that the police watched Rush after this especially during the war. Sex offenders like Rush don’t stop unless they are stopped in some way. It beggars belief that Rush continued to live at the same address for many years after this crime. Poor beautiful little Vera was let down badly, as were her parents. It sickens me to think that this man had 30 more years of life and died peacefully. I wonder if he succeeded in committing more crimes, I would be extremely surprised if he didn’t.

[@MsDormy]

In 1931 my mother’s life was just beginning, while poor little Vera’s had come to an end so tragically early. Thank you for telling us this sad account with much dignity for the little one and her family.

[@laikathunderchild5746]

My Mum also. Such a poignant observation. I totally agree.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you very much indeed.

[@helenejampierremarsh1896]

Thank you. So tragic. I think of the poor parents who lost their only child to this predator, while she made a detour to buy them a present. Sweet girl.

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Celebrating 3 new hours of Mark John Maguire's wonderful work! One simply does not listen to an episode of 'They Got Away With Murder' once.

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You have been Very Missed … all the BEST with your new endeavor ❤️❤️❤️

[@kristiN1214]

Vera was born on my sisters birthday and she passed away on mine. It’s heartbreaking to imagine what she went through, how scared she had to of been…and how her murderer escaped justice.

[@Chrissy-j6v]

Hi Mr. Maguire, Love your channel. We all know you are a busy man with other projects. So, no need to apologize. Your true fans can wait for your next crime story. Plus I agree. Telling stories about kids getting murdered is difficult for most to do! Thanks for the upload. Always nice to see you Sir! ❤❤

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The anticipation has been brutal , but your latest video has finally arrived .... Thank you ❤

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Thank you, Debby!

[@HopiDelphi]

Hello Mark, this was a hard one to watch, however it makes me glad that finger prints and DNA has come a long way and in many ways help catch such individuals. Thank you so much for your hard work on these cases. 😊

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I understand - many thanks!

[@andrewpoxon3596]

Thanks as always Mark.

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Many thanks, Andrew.

[@RandyH400]

Thanks John. Always a great telling of a terrible story. Wonderful illustration.

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You are back with yet another great video! Thank you so much, Mark! ☺️

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Thank you, Melissa!

[@deepak2049]

I must question the IQ of the jury who couldnt see the evidence in a collective way

[@zzydny]

I have always had an abiding love of someone reading me a story, so what could be better today than listening to the mellifluous voice of Mr. Maguire while I sit at my desk stitching together the pages of clock-setting booklets. Thank you for the thoughtful telling of a terrible tale. Poor little Vera!

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You are welcome - thank you!

[@kimberlypatton205]

As soon (in the beginning) when you spoke of an elderly couple who lived above Vera and her parents… something set of a sudden alarm in my mind. Just a gut feeling.What a depth of sorrow and respect from so many…a great show of support and grief and love.For my own mind, your description of the murder process is spot on. I don’t understand the jury.. perhaps if one of the barristers had put forth the timeline you have. What a great channel and video! I hang on every word and wait impatiently fora new video!

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Thank you very much, Kimberly!

[@shaunswift2738]

I know I have said this before mark, but I want yo thank you for all the hard work and research you do. I always look forward to another new case, and you never dissapoint. It's aways very sad when this happens to a innocent child, no matter how many years have passed. Thank you mark.

[@JayGideon-7]

It's always a happy moment when I get notified of a episode. This time, I almost didn't watch. As a father, stories of little girls taken by monsters are so terrifying. But Mark handled it in such a respectful way -- almost as homage to Vera -- that I'm glad I did watch it. 🏅

[@MsDormy]

Indeed. I only listened because I trust Mark McG to treat the subject so respectfully.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you, William - yes, I share your apprehension in the matter. It is every parent's worst fear, you are right.

[@lilliankeane5731]

If mark read a grocery list I would listen intently. 😁. Don’t get me wrong ı leave condolences with family member for their loss . The murder of a child is abhorrent, but I admire marks professional approach , research and knowledge, but his velvet toned voice is both addictive and soothing.

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Hear, hear

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He need no music

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It's not only the tone of the voice but the writings and readings of it combined. There's a musical almost poetic touch to the writing, it flows melodically with harmony and rhythm. It reminds me of something like Kipling or similar from that era.

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I agree!!

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[@tiberiusgracchus4222]

Chilling. Crimes against against children are the worst. I am amazed by the crowd at that funeral. I guess since people could not just watch the whole drama play out on TV the only way to be closer to the story was to actually participate in the story.

[@Lforaday3]

He definitely got away with murder. And I feel strongly that his wife knew …😞

[@christineakey6295]

Another outstanding job!! It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos.

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Many thanks, Christine!

[@GenGrace-kg6jb]

The police made a very serious mistake here. When Rush was taken in for questioning, they told him about the ‘finger stall’ (bandage) which had been found in the victim’s elbow. Remember, this was at a period when many people in manual jobs would have regularly sported bandages, often made at home, not purchased from Boots. Occupational hazard. Thriftiness. He agreed to provide samples of the home-made bandages he claimed to wear. And they let him go home and produce them later at his convenience. Subjected to microscopic analysis, those bandages proved to be different in composition from the one found on the victim. Unsurprising, as he had plenty of time to destroy or conceal the original material. Nor was there any evidence of a chemist selling him bandages. Given the lack of any other hard evidence placing him near the child when she disappeared, that was that. I feel the police screwed this one up badly, and they knew it. Hence, there was no prosecution after the inquest.

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[@conningdale8805]

Excellent video - and very sad. How that poor little girl and her family must have suffered! Thank you for putting it together, and good to see you back.

[@Andy1805-y8w]

Such a masterful telling of a sad and tragic story.

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Many thanks!

[@julielevinge266]

Really very disturbing story perfectly narrated. The way you cover this type of man’s modus operandi has changed little in the last 100 years. Though we may be far more aware of stranger danger today, this case still leaves us baffled & shattered that anyone could contemplate the murder of a child purely for sexual gratification??? The haunting terror of this innocent little girls final hours, leaves me in no doubt that the death penalty still has a place in todays judicial system.

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For those shocked by the shop names Rough Trade and Buns from Home on Talbot Street, the former is a music/record shop and the latter is a bakery.

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Wonderfully written, and narrated, I am from another country and can understand every word. So clear pronounciation....and such humaine psychological Insight ....without cheap effects or a Imitation of ,,upper-class"-accent. Thank You so much.....to me it is the ,,Best of British Crime"!!!

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[@wendyharris8026]

Poor little girl. Thank you for this tribute.

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Thank you, Wendy.

[@Teddyclaws]

Around 1931, my MIL was pursued by an elder of her church and only escaped SA by climbing a tree. When she got home and told her mother, her mother whipped her for "tempting " the pervert. Maybe the jury had the same victim-blaming attitude as my MIL's mother.

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[@gordonclarkson2672]

Hi Mark, great to see you back again. Like you, I have a horror of child murders. Consequently, I wouldn't usually watch a video like this, but I knew you would handle this tragedy respectfully, and my confidence was not misplaced. Usually, I try to put myself in the place of a jury member and only find the defendant guilty if I am absolutely sure of their culpability. In this case, I am sure the coroner's Court got it wrong. There was ample evidence for a full trial. One can't help wondering if Rush had committed more serious offences than indecent exposure in the past and been equally fortunate. Sex offenders usually continue to offend until they are caught.

[@staceypop4BTS]

Another outstanding deep dive. No one spins a yarn like Mark. The wait is always worth it.

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Thank you, Stacey!

[@leighc2982]

I don't understand why this man wasn't arrested and brought to trial. There was a plethora of circumstantial evidence.

[@julielevinge266]

Circumstantial evidence only?? DNA would have definitely got him today.

[@gennydickie9623]

Welcome back happy to see you ❤🇨🇦

[@gennydickie9623]

Poor Vera

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Thank you, Genny.

[@quickchris10]

How the hell can a jury "deliberate" for FIVE MINUTES! Stinking low-balling! Ridiculous!

[@Bendygedy]

What a terribly sad story. I hate thinking about children who fall victim to these dreadful people. My own mother would have just been two weeks old at the time of this dreadful crime. You’ve have ,in my view again solved the crime, riveting to listen to these tales. More please , and bravo !

[@KaitlynnUK]

Thank you, Mark. Such a sad little story :(

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Indeed it is, Kaitlynn - thank you!

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[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

You're very kind - thank you, Sharon!

[@lunaumbra]

A story well told. Thank you Mark. I agree, Percy Rush got away with murder.

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Thank you!

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[@kathleenmckeithen118]

This was truly a heartbreaking account of murder. This man quite obviously did murder little Vera Page and it sickens me to my core. I wonder why Rush's wife died so early and if it could have any connection to her sure knowledge that her husband did this unthinkable crime. I'm going to look into your "Short Stories for a Dark Night" channel. You are a wonderfully gifted writer and storyteller, Mark!

[@markhughes7927]

Completely agree.

[@defunctuserchannel]

He probably killed his wife too

[@theresafeske6568]

Thank you once again for this!! Always appreciated!!! ❤

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you!

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[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Many thanks, Terry - so glad you enjoy them!

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[@Just-Jill]

Exceptional story telling and artwork as expected Mark. Thank you 😊

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you, Jill!

[@johelenfugate3498]

Dear Mr Maguire, I bought a copy of your Miami mystery to support your efforts and because my family settled in nearby Pompano Beach in the same era . The book has gone missing during a recent move, and now I have two mysteries for the price of one . I will buy us both a cup of coffee and keep looking . Thanks for the new video. You are a wonderful storyteller.

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Hahaha! Thank you - that is ironically amusing!

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[@rossbrook5919]

Im relatively new to the channel but I will certainly be binge watching these. Superb narration, well researched and refreshingly original content.

[@zukosmom3780]

How could the jury been so blind?

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So happy you're in my feed. Looking forward to your new endeavor!!! Very happy!!! Thank you!!! Take care and have fun!!! 😎😄😎

[@moongazer3444]

I am so happy to see you again. Thank you for your fascinating stories and for all the work you clearly put in.

[@wexfordgirl1]

So sorry I wasnt aware of your second channel Mark. Am houng over to subscribe now. Another fantastic essay. Thank you so much.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you very much - I hope you will like the new channel!

[@michaelwhite2823]

Another well written and well narrated story. Thank you. It appears that the mansion on Addison Road has been replaced by a modern school. RIP Vera.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank Michael. A great many changes to these places occurred during the war, as a result of bombing - large swathes of Blenheim Crescent have been swept away and replaced by new buildings..

[@Begoodmostofthetime]

You are an absolute genius with kindness. You harken back to the greats , while being present. Thank you

[@evelynrange7764]

To be fair, I've watched this one multiple times. Amazing work once again Mark. Appreciate your hard work. Thank you x

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Another well researched and very well told story. You are one of the best storytellers and I always look forward to your videos

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Glad you like them! Thank you.

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I'm thrilled for your new channel and excited about this new video! Craftsmanship and artistry take time. For those who admire quality, at least for myself, I have no trouble waiting for a new posting. I feel it will be worth the wait. Thank you for sharing your new endeavors.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

You are very kind, Jennifer - thank you!

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Nice to see you again and listen to another story.

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Thank you, Sally.

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I love your work, Mark. As a brit living in USA I miss the skilled delivery you provide.

[@vickyrushton1783]

I love your analysis of how it happened in all the cases you investigate and report to us. They are so logical and well thought out with an uncanny insight into the murderers mind. Ps are you still working on publishing theses cases in book form?

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Yes, I am, Vicky - I hope to get Volume 2 of They Got Away With Murder out this Summer. Thank you!

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@@TheyGotAwayWithMurder so is volume 1 already out there? Where can I get a copy

[@CyndiWallaceMurphy]

❤ Thank you, Mark! 🤗😘 I'm saving this to go to bed with. I enjoy listening to a short audiobook whilst tucked in, and it's a real treat to have a murder mystery with Mark! 😊

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Thank you very much, Cyndi!

[@CwasTB1]

Thank you sir, I've been waiting on a new criminal story, I will definitely be listening to it first thing in the morning. Glad to see you doing well.🤗

[@saxongreen78]

Something drastic happened to Rush's jaw between his youthful photographs and his trial image...I wonder what that was?

[@michaelbirt6972]

Probably got belted by someone ...great, but sad, episode Mark. Filmworthy.

[@emmcee662]

Yes it looks very odd

[@alyssavigneault9677]

Oooo!!! Yess! Thank you thank you! An hour long too!❤❤. I really wish you could see the reactions people have when you post. Mine is generally a very excited sharp intake of breathe followed by ‘yes yes yes!!’ And then knowing Imma sleep well for a week while I work my way through hearing the whole video. Thank you so much for what you do!!

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Ah that is very nice indeed, Alyssa! Thank you!

[@adaeverleigh9584]

I was astonished that Rush was not convicted despite the extensive evidence against him and his prior incarcerations. Incredible.

[@johngalvin6010]

All the evidence pointed towards him at the coroner's inquest but the jury determined that there was insufficient evidence. Obviously, his previous crimes could not be mentioned. I'm convinced that he got away with it. The fiend.

[@suzannewilliam-james9744]

Thank you Mark 👍 I'm sure I have heard about this case before, can't remember who covered though but I love your take on it. Looking forward to the next one.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you, Suzanne.

[@piewitch3529]

Another brilliant video, thank you

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Glad you enjoyed it!

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when i see a new video from you i know i'm in for a good soothing rest! it's an insomnia night today so this is great timing but your content is always worth the wait! take care :)

[@zombiechicken7114]

A very distressing case but worthy of retelling and respecting veras memory. Im sure rush got away with murder.

[@davidb2206]

He did it. I would have voted for trial and capital punishment, hands down.

[@nellie2198]

Me too!

[@perrydowd9285]

Hello Mark. It's great to see you again.

[@rozdoyle8872]

Percy kept a wife as cover for his manky antics , growing up in Ireland in the 60s , we had a Percy next door and the wife was the Rottweiler that stood between him and the neighbors, while everyone watched themselves in fear of the wife's temper , our Percy wrecked total havoc on the lives of all us children and the adults actually all said wasn't he a saint to put up Mrs Percy . Fox in the hen house big time.

[@candicebergstrom4490]

Your writing, narration, & illustrations are incredible talents that add so much to the high quality of your content, & make each episode such a pleasure to watch.

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Thank you so much 😀

[@kiokios3060]

You, dear Sir, are a marvelous "raconteur". Bestowed with the rare gift of being able to feed information to your listeners not with a shovel, rather, with a silver teaspoon! (as we say in this part of the globe)👍

[@celestenova777]

Excellent work Mark, a case of guilty is as guilty does, a very sad tale.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Many thanks.

[@Beechnut2U]

He did it. There is a special place in hell for these monsters.😢

[@marctempler3250]

Wonderful work as always

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you, Marc!

[@summersolstice884]

Dear Sir - - You have a very busy life ... research ... writing a book, producing a video for this channel and your second channel ... etc. It is always wonderful to hear your narration ... Thank you and peace ...

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

You are very kind - thank you! Yes, always busy - but it seems to be a condition I am am happy with! :)

[@beverlylawyer2286]

Excellent Police work

[@ImCarolB]

It looks very likely that modern forensic methods would result in a conviction for Percy and some peace of mind for little Vera's family. Of course, agony for the elderly couple living above the Pages. Ingleby Oddie! What a name! I do hope he had a nickname with friends and family.

[@charlottereitberger6253]

Your voice Mr McGuire is a gift that you have honed to become the consummate storyteller. Thank you for yet another fabulous but tragic tale of the evil that sadly exists in our world. Your research is appreciated and now a new channel, how lovely! Please know how much I enjoy your videos. ❤🇺🇸

[@barbaracooke1617]

All that evidence and he got away with it ..thank you mark another great story as always..

[@johnryan1798]

I really do love these shows. I use to live in England during the 70's and early 80's before moving back to the states. Whenever I hear a British accent, it takes me back to playing on Castle Hill and the Thetford Priory...and getting up early in the morning to bring the milk in after the milkman dropped it off before the crows pick the tin and drink the cream!

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Oh I had long forgotten that - getting the milk in before the birds had got at the foil tops! I recall our milkman made a special box to put the milk in for my mother - just out of the goodness of his heart!

[@anne321]

Always great to get a notification from you Mark. This was an extremely heinous crime & he was, in my opinion, definitely guilty. These days I suppose it would be said that he had groomed poor little Vera to gain her trust. Thank you for providing another interesting case.

[@TheyGotAwayWithMurder]

Thank you - glad you liked it, Anne.