When Red Flags turn to Murder... | The Dark Case of Claire Inglis

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

It's almost Christmas! 🎄 This week's schedule will resume as usual, and next week we will drop to one video! And we have some HUGE changes coming in the New Year folks! Follow me on Instagram for additional True Crume videos/content, discussions, and more: instagram.com/coffeehousecrime

[@anthonyhack1164]

You should do a video on Grant Amato.

[@alishawilson01]

I actually love 35-45 min shows, buttt with you delivering it. I don’t really care. You pull me in every time. Thanks for all you do!

[@timjones147]

Weak DAs and flawed laws that allow criminals back on the street are the doing of liberals. Are you a liberal?

[@tanikokishimoto1604]

I don't do Instagram. Could you post such things as changes in the Community section here?

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

@@tanikokishimoto1604 Of course! I post all Instagram videos as KZbin Shorts :)

[@chibidarkwolf25]

I live in the U.S. My older brother was caught trying to break into his ex girlfriend's house the day after she kicked him out. He even straight up told officers that he wanted to assault her and kill her. He was released on bail, went RIGHT back to her house, managed to break in, held her hostage and assaulted her. Luckily she lived. He was arrested again and held without bail the second time BUT he also had a long grocery list of assaults on women. People like my brother and Christopher McGowan should NEVER have bail! Thank you for shedding light on this issue.

[@ryderpearce5359]

Im sorry youre related to such a harmful person. People like that are gonna do exactly what they were caught doing.

[@cccyok10]

I had to check 3 times to make sure this case WASN'T in America

[@freespeech.7254]

Your brother did that!!!! If so, disown him😱😱😱😱🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦

[@sandralauzon9416]

Sending love to you. Thank you for sharing.

[@chibidarkwolf25]

@@sandralauzon9416 Thank you so much

[@MsFluffySama]

It's always hard to watch someone you love fall in love with a person for who 'they could be' instead of who they actually are. The family is right, he should have never been released in the first place. Truly sad case.

[@racheljackson4428]

both men and women are capable of killing their partner. Be aware of the red flags.

[@TheDramacist]

She has to be held accountable for her poor taste. This guy offered nothing and was a danger to her kids. What was she thinking? I get that it's hard to escape an abusive partner. But then why start up a relationship with such a jobless loser?

[@headspaceprincess]

@@TheDramacist if you get that it's hard, you wouldn't be questioning.

[@esteemedmortal5917]

I don’t think the courts should have rewarded her good intentions, with empirical evidence that this guy was awful. Just because she couldn’t or wouldn’t see it doesn’t mean they had to agree with it and help her put herself in danger. She obviously wasn’t thinking of it that way but she wasn’t thinking straight either.

[@marciabradley7660]

Absolutely agree. If you want them to change they are not who you need them to be. If you think about it it’s pretty disrespectful to say you love them and then tell them you want them to be different.

[@CEOofCEOs]

Adriannnnnn! Don’t worry about lengthy videos, I think I speak for everyone, we love your content and prefer longer ones

[@ohhellothere756]

This ❤

[@tanikokishimoto1604]

Well.. 40-45 minutes max.

[@mastercricket7626]

Heck yeah. If it interests me I have watched 3 and 4 hour vids . When it's good content like here on CHC then I deff like longer vids ... peace and love bro

[@trippinonlizard54]

​@tanikokishimoto1604 I consistently watch Paranormal Files with Colin and he consistently puts out 2-3 hr documentary/investigation combos. I like the longer ones because I can listen longer while doing all the housework on the daily lol

[@JK-gm6kk]

Yo Adrian!!

[@patrickblakethesaint]

I feel so much sorrow for her son. He had literally no choice in this situation. I hope hes ok.

[@KarynHill]

If you're in a relationship and believe your partner will change, get out. I get the fairytale idea of thinking you can change a person for the better but only they can change themselves, and it's better to leave them to it. Find someone who suits you as they are.

[@truecrimeLI]

Well said.

[@nhmooytis7058]

Amen!

[@tracyleecawley2029]

Trying to change someone builds resentment. Dont look for someone to change, look for someone who fits you without any changes.

[@zeeksthegoblin7564]

So true but sadly easier said than done. Logic is overwritten by emotions. The true self can be managed but cannot be changed.

[@CherylSimser]

@@tracyleecawley2029 Yes, yes, yes!

[@ella89621]

“Only the most morally corrupt and selfish are capable of stealing from a loved one” wow how true this is! It hit me hard!

[@CoolausdtinDT]

The fact that he already had dozens of charges and convictions on his record, I'm astounded that he hasn't been in prison for longer than over a year. Scotland's court system failed Claire and her family, I hope they think about this case every day and know that.

[@thandosocikwa]

I mean to an extent, Claire failed Claire. Why would you be with someone with his track record, and continuously ignore all your family’s advice when they tell you tell you to get out of there?? And now a child is going to grow up without a mom and a dad… it’s a shame. I just wish she’d made better decisions.

[@TheDramacist]

I question her taste in men

[@CoolausdtinDT]

@@thandosocikwa It's also true, while I respect her wanting to try to change him the man has been convicted as much as regulars visit a bar. That man was never going to change no matter what.

[@iamlinda100]

@@thandosocikwa I hate to blame the victim but I agree, it was her own decision to be involved with such a dangerous man, she clearly knew what kind of person he was and his extensive criminal history but she was adamant and ignored all the warnings from her family and friends. She certainly did not deserve to be killed like that, but she had put herself in that position in the first place, so yes, a large portion of it was her own fault. But of course the justice system failed her as well, for such a violent criminal who has such a long criminal history, he should've been given much harsher punishments for his crimes, the bail system is an absolute joke.

[@stefan.5987]

@@TheDramacist this guy is a punk, not a man. She made a bad decision for sure and should have thought about her child but the fool is to blame and his actions. I don't know who let him out but it surely was an enabler for what happened as well.

[@kisha5772]

I hope others will learn from this. Don’t be too hard up for a man. Especially, when you have kids. Live for them. Too many broken and evil souls out here.

[@TheDramacist]

Agree. I dont understand why she got with a guy like this. He wasnt exactly a provider. He was already an ex-con when she met him. I'd not let him near my kids. So why did she?

[@primesspct2]

This is what leads many young women down a path of abuse. You see it over and over again.

[@IveyCosta]

​@@TheDramacist let's not victim blame 😑 manipulation and Stockholm Syndrome are very real and very effective, hence why so many people end up in these terrifying situations.

[@lizzyyork]

@@IveyCosta That's not victim blaming. It's stating the facts. More ladies need to hear this.

[@user-tv2km1bs1g]

​@@IveyCostaStockholm Syndrome is now regarded as a myth by many leading experts.

[@pianomanhere]

Adrian: Your work is superb. The longer videos are really well-done and I'm certain many of us are enthusiastic about them.

[@normn2915]

No many of us are not enthusiastic about, why are you assuming things on your own?

[@pianomanhere]

@@normn2915 Because it's very likely, except for malcontents who have an irrepressible desire to express themselves in public. Go away.

[@feelthejoy]

@@normn2915then unsubscribe. He has 1.8 million followers. You won’t be missed.

[@fionagregory9147]

There are more Fionas in Scotland than anywhere else.

[@jenniferb2763]

As a scot, the buckfast photo says all you need to know. And the shiny highly flammable jacket photo. He is what we call a ned. Sadly Claire was probably pretty vulnerable and feeling powerless after the loss of her child's father. Its incredible what we do when greiving. God bless her and her family. My heart bleeds for her mother, I've seen her in another documentary. 💔

[@clownrituals587]

just LOOK at him…can’t imagine what this poor lady was thinking…RIP

[@Rae2492]

Sad. Sad woman. Sad choices. RIP🎉

[@katep23]

Thank you for covering this case Adrian. This happened only a mile or so from my home. My kids were at school with and knew both Claire and Christopher. Another school friend, who was a near neighbour of hers, attended on the day of the murder to try to help Claire, having heard a commotion. Such a sad case, and another terrible example of coercive control leading to a murder. Much love to Claire's family and friends.

[@caitch87]

It's really surreal seeing Stirling on a page like this isn't it?

[@cristinalivi-harris3267]

I remember at that time this crime was on the news every day with new shocking revelations, we were all stunned at the way the judges had sent him to live with his girlfriend. Her parents have fought hard for the 'Claire Law', to make it mandatory for the institutions to disclose to the partner any previous violent convictions. Stirling is a beautiful place, just 40 minutes from me.

[@jimmyavpi]

She knew about his previous convictions. Don't be fooled into believing anything else. But it didn't bother her because all she was interested in was getting a man, any man. No-one can dispute that. The judges only sent him to live with her because that's what SHE told the social worker what SHE wanted. Without HER permission, no judge would have sent him to live with her. Judges DON'T have the power to do that. They only place they have the power to send you is prison/secure hospital/facility. So her parents fought hard for Claire's law, maybe they should've spent there time fighting for Claire's child's law. Or is it OK that she was so desperate for a man, she put her own CHILD at risk of this monster? She was old enough to make a decision to stay with this monster, the child had no say whatsoever. Stop making out she is the innocent one in all this, her child is the innocent one.

[@dragonbornbard135]

I really love that when you say "the case of ___", it's the victim's name, not the culprit, when possible. The culprit needs no recognition, but the victim does

[@darkmask5933]

I'm not comfortable with victim blaming, but long before it got to that fateful night Christopher had already been doping up and getting drunk constantly in Claire's home while he robbed her and her young child blind right in front of her face. I get its hard to leave an abuser, but she was a mother, and described as doing 'anything for her son', anything but getting him away from a vile and pathetic loser. I am sorry she was not strong enough to put her foot down before that creep finally went over the edge, I hope he never gets released from prison.

[@ross8156]

100%....regardless if he got bail or not she would have just welcomed him back with open arms regardless. I feel sorry for her kid and her parents.

[@Nemesis9K]

That social worker needs to be held accountable.

[@dnajamila900]

Why she was responsible for what happen to her. No one but her.

[@ThunderFlarz]

Who the hell are you talking about...

[@renniechan9131]

Thank you for all your hard work this year. Thank you for providing us content as much as you do.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you so much! And hey, we're only getting started. 2024 will be even bigger for Coffeehouse Crime, I have plans... Just wait and see... 👀😎

[@karishmahniazkilam6129]

Wow congratulations ​@@CoffeehouseCrime

[@1dvs_bstd]

@@CoffeehouseCrime I like how you just casually drop jokes in your videos. "No, I don't know why the Bri'ish are like this" lmao

[@mdowling4827]

@@CoffeehouseCrimeI read this in your voice 😅

[@melissaclark6578]

Claire should have called authorities and told them he isn’t following his probation guidelines. This may have saved her life if she had.

[@Ryanmanification]

There’s something calming and restful tone in your voice, Adrian. You tell their stories without any sign of disrespect, giving you opinions without raising your voice. You tell the victim’s life like you know them personally. Even if the next case is even more horrible than the last one, it doesn’t affect you. I respect that

[@displayer6023]

Curb the parasocial relationship, would you? "Adrian" is not your friend

[@middyjohn]

"...in time, he would change" To the optimistic people around the world, people will not change if they dont want to, no matter how much you give, it might drive you insane. RIP Claire Inglis and hope her son gets to have all the luck and great things life has to offer

[@thedesensitizedsympathizer5307]

How do you know that? What's the proof?

[@toastermctoastin4641]

​@thedesensitizedsympathizer5307 Probably the massive amount of stories like this one. The fact that the same relatively small group of people commit the vast majority of crimes. We have a term for that - recidivism. Criminals don't -never- change but it's the exception to the rule when they do.

[@sandruki]

People don't change when they have help, they may change only when no one helps them anymore... But it is very easy to go back to bad habits and using everyone around. They are predators

[@KatherineAcosta20]

@@thedesensitizedsympathizer5307what do you mean? There are thousands of examples, dating someone with the idea of changing them for good is a fool’s errand

[@esteemedmortal5917]

@@thedesensitizedsympathizer5307 it’s human nature. The fact that each of us has free will means we don’t change our behaviors unless we decide to. What incentive did he have to change? Claire treated him exactly the same when he was being a selfish, abusive prick the sane as if he wasn’t. He already got out of jail, had a steady stream of money to leech off of, and zero accountability.

[@Resident_Legal]

I will never understand what Claire saw in him?! Christopher is the definition of a weak and selfish boy. His looks was deplorable to say the least too. I actually feel the most sorry for Claire’s boy who now has to grow up without both a father and a mother :(

[@SugarandSarcasm]

The "I can fix him" mentality it sounds like

[@Resident_Legal]

@@SugarandSarcasm Some people are FUBAR and can't be fixed

[@SugarandSarcasm]

@@Resident_Legal Absolutely, but it doesn’t stop people from trying to anyway 🤷‍♀️

[@Resident_Legal]

@@SugarandSarcasm People need to be more careful and should be able to sense that people like Christopher are beyond FUBAR.

[@TheIGITnBLUE]

As much as I feel sorry for her, but I see it as she was trying to get her trophy dose of having the pride of "changing someone" to feel empowered. 95% of the time of meeting these people, it always ends up being the case.

[@gigilarigi3132]

That quote at the end is powerful! I’ve missed so many red flags because like Claire, if there’s an ounce of good in someone, I will hold on to that tightly, for all it’s worth. My thoughts and prayers to her son, family, and friends. She sounded like such a lovely person.

[@anajackson6677]

I'm learning to see the red flags. The hard part is telling someone and they think you're crazy or overreacting.

[@melissamoonchild9216]

​@@anajackson6677you don't need to tell anyone or justify your actions. protect yourself and your boundaries, just put silent space where its needed 🖤

[@gigilarigi3132]

@@anajackson6677 amen to what she said. You don’t owe anyone an explanation. I know if you’re a people pleaser, you feel like they deserve an explanation but if they’re the type to get angry or gaslight you into thinking YOU’RE the problem? No. You don’t need that and your soul doesn’t need to heal from a lie someone told you to poison you. 🥰

[@Monalisa0622]

​@gigilarigi3132 I am learning to set boundaries to see my worth not only that in others. I seen a post that's said " empathy without boundaries is self destruction.

[@jimmyelkordy3752]

This ain’t even red flags it’s a whole fucking alarm bell

[@UncleRicosCamper]

Adrian I often work 10 hour shifts and love putting your playlists on while I work. Your research is incredible and your voice is very calming. Keep up the great work!

[@SiViC74]

maybe you should be working 😆

[@JanayBrazier]

@@SiViC74Not necessarily; if it’s solo shift work then you can listen to whatever you want. Or should farmers, drivers and warehouse workers spend their days in silence?

[@SiViC74]

was a joke 😉@@JanayBrazier

[@JanayBrazier]

@@SiViC74fair enough 👍🏻

[@yowatchie]

@@SiViC74 Not a good one

[@samiecarr1885]

This happens every day in the UK. My ex who had 182 previous convictions that I didn't know about, who had previously thrown his ex out of a moving car, was bailed after attacking me and being arrested for Affray with a weapon ( a knife ) after nearly killing me. Whilst I spent a year with a police alarm attached to me at all times waiting for his trial, he was re arrested 4 times for varying crimes and then re bailed. This was 15 years ago and things still haven't changed. I've heard many horror stories since. The worst part for me was whilst my ex had been re bailed the 4th time, due to him being homeless he asked the judge if he could spend the remainder of the time in custody and then turned around to me and gave me the middle finger while laughing. Now with "Clares Law" I may have known about his convictions and a friend of mine was saved from an abusive relationship when she was informed of her boyfriends true colours and escaped unscathed, this no doubt saved her from years of abuse. ❤ I hope any other survivors reading this have managed to find peace.❤

[@uniquegod1997]

im sorry that that happened to u but how can someone have almost 200 convictions and still fall for this person, tf? this is insane story

[@samiecarr1885]

@@uniquegod1997 I was 18 and living in a homeless shelter, he was 36 and a narcissistic abuser. Don't think it couldn't have happened to you because it can and it does, everyday. It's yhe reason for Clares Law. In the UK ypu can rack up convictions without a prison sentence in sight. The fact he attempted to kill me and was let out on bail, and then breached it over and over again and still need be remanded tells you how victims of DV are treated. It has got better in the last 15 years but its far from perfect. Abusers act as your Knight in shining armour and he treated me like a princess for nearly a year. They don't show their true colours or start with a slap, or there would be no DV. It starts subtly and mentally until they have you trapped.

[@LaurenJewel]

You have worked so hard and it’s paying off greatly. Please keep up the amazing work and I’m proud to be a subscriber of yours.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you so much!

[@thelakelady]

I really love and appreciate the fact that the victims are not just names here. You actually take time to describe and remember them and that is awesome.

[@pavise6333]

Whoever approved the bail should be charged as well

[@SinfulJon]

There are plenty of situations were that would apply, this is not one of them. Why, because Claire vouched for him, she was a grown woman that knew what she was doing and she had to go through a whole process to do it. It is horrible what happened to her, but it not the fault of whomever let him out because she is the one that convinced them he was fit for release. Should they have just ignored her plea for letting him out, probably. But then, how far are you willing to let them go with that? That is a line the government should not cross, at some point they are entrusting the people that are making the plea to be right about that person being fit for release.

[@LeeBv9983]

The U.K. is near bankrupt and can't afford to keep people in jail, especially pre-trail. And, life is very cheap in the U.K.

[@ennjaychannel]

@@LeeBv9983life is not cheap at all in the uk

[@fatpinkteddy]

Agree

[@queencerseilannister3519]

​@LeeBv9983 Isn't cheap at all in the UK.

[@DeathMetalDerf]

Never apologize for the length of of the content you create. We enjoy it enough where I’m sure the majority of us would watch multiple hour long video essays on just about anything you present.

[@TurnStyle72]

I thought the exact same! I like the longer ones too. Just don't burn yourself out Adrian!

[@acanadianfarmgirl2667]

I believe that Adrian tells a complete story in the time he does now. Adrian surely knows what he is doing...it shows by the numbers of followers he has. Thanks Adrian😊

[@AliciapTexas]

It doesn't matter if your videos are longer or shorter ones. They always appear to be fully thought out and you go out of your way to make sure to find out everything about each case you've posted. Thank you so much for all the time spent on each of these sad cases. God Bless Claire's family, especially her son, and all her friends.

[@truecrimeLI]

Agreed.

[@robertq55403]

Adrian, domestic violence is just a difficult matter for anyone to understand and deal with. I greatly appreciate the manner and your tone of voice when you share these stories. Keep up the wonderful work. Cheers to you and Nero.

[@kennethweser]

Why is it that the nicest people meet and fall for the worst dregs in society? RIP Clare.😢

[@timothyharris1125]

Savior Complex!!! She wanted to find the good in a Devil!! It's not that he could change, it's that he didn't want to! Some people just ain't worth the salvation!!!

[@suzannef138]

You don't always know. Most people present the best possible version of themselves especially when You first meet someone.

[@karolineleos]

Seriously I may come off as super crass but you can tell she saw the best of people in everyone cause a guy with this mug and general appearance and with a nickname "Kicky" should not have made it past a second glance from her

[@kisha5772]

She was too desperate. Sorry to say but that’s facts!

[@Freestyle80]

lot of people like her love bad boys who knows why

[@stefan.5987]

Seeing the good in bad people doesn't make them good. A rotten apple often is just that. R.I.P.

[@hollylemar3947]

You are amazing making your videos. It’s a shame that he was released on bail while he was convicted on other domestic charges. She appeared to be a wonderful woman. Thank you Adrian for another great video

[@ewoo5760]

She had all the signs right in front of her and she chose not to see and listen to them. Now this poor child is left to live without her. So sad for the child🤦🏽‍♀️

[@nevernorest8315]

I feel like that knocks down some sympathy points for her. Like, Idc how much you want to see the good in people, if you're willing to bring a criminal into your home when you have a young child to take care of, I'm going to think you're a selfish person. She was so desperate to be an angel and find love that it cost her son his only parent left.

[@mrrmrr7917]

yeah, i think he even said she went out drinking with him even though he was on parole and not allowed to be drinking

[@custardgannet4836]

​@@mrrmrr7917Typical, its awful what happened to her but sounds like she was a gormless chav herself.

[@michellejohnson7079]

Victim blaming is very unatttactive. Even worse when it’s based on a handful of facts about someone you never knew.

[@snowforest1998]

@@michellejohnson7079she dated a homeless alcoholic she knew he was a criminal, jobless and alcoholic before taking him in the whole neighborhood knew this. Stop withbthis "victim blaming is bad" no she needs to be held responsible

[@Catlady07]

Feels like Claire may have had a saviour complex. Sadly, her kindness and big heart made her really vulnerable to a dangerous, antisocial nightmare excuse of a 'man".

[@denisehagwood4542]

I think she was just too trusting. I have an aunt like that. She pays her meth head sister's rent every month even though it leaves her broke. No one has been able to get through to her about it.

[@opheliamunroe1110]

It feels extremely gross to call a woman whose life was stolen by domestic violence someone with a "savior complex". You don't know her and even if you did, diminishing her character to someone who stayed with an abusive partner by saying you think she had a "savior complex" is honestly so horrible. Staying with someone who abuses you does not and never has equated to having a "fix you complex". A savior complex is a VERY real thing that causes a moderate amount of harm world wide. And it doesn't look like someone who has stayed with someone abusive even if they genuinely believe that they can improve their partners behavior. Because that's literally a part of the abuse cycle. They ALWAYS make it seem like the victim can stop the abuse if they do x,y,z but they never do. They just want to give victims a small sense of false control over the situation because once they fully realize that they WILL NOT change they will try to leave. Over half of all deaths due to domestic abuse occur when the victim attempts to leave or when their victim becomes pregnant. You saying you think she had a complex really sounds like you believe it was her behavior that endangered her and not the abusive person who was willing to brutally take her life despite her showing him nothing but love while she sank into the abuse cycle. And this can be extremely difficult to get out of. It's not a freaking complex. It's emotional manipulation. A aavior complex describes the sort of people who donate to charity and volunteer just to feel good about themselves - with zero evidence that it has actually done any real world good - or who target specific demographics to "help" based entirely on preconceived bias and a patronizing brand of sympathy. Claire was just a kind woman who was trying to make an unhealthy and disintegrating relationship work. I hope no one ever trusts you enough to disclose that they're being or have been abused because it sounds like you wouldn't be very helpful in support of them. Shame on you for seriously thinking this and then putting it out into the world after listening to this.

[@Catlady07]

​​@@opheliamunroe1110 I do not attach any blame to Claire. It's a systemic problem that requires a reasoned response. Don't make assumptions about people you know absolutely nothing about. It's ignorant.

[@denisehagwood4542]

@@opheliamunroe1110 to be fair I think she did have an I can fix him mentality. She was even quoted as saying that he was going to change. If that's not an I fix him statement then I don't know what is. But I think when he became abusive, that's probably when she went from "I can fix him" to "if I leave him he'll probably kill me" which statistically is true. The most dangerous time for a woman in an abusive relationship is the moment she decides to leave

[@opheliamunroe1110]

@@denisehagwood4542 Most people believe they can improve their partners bad habits. That is not a savior complex or something to bring up when discussing the literal death of a woman. What is wrong with you.

[@local_authority]

This story is the epitome of, "I can fix him"

[@itarry4]

Not just that, her totally blind devotion to thinking she could change him but I have to wonder what was in her past that made her accept such abuse as love as this doesn't just happen in most cases. I once went out with a girl who'd been so messed up by her 3 former boyfriends that she kept accusing me of not caring because I didn't abuse her either verbally or physically. She'd even moan to her friends about it and got genuinely shocked when they tried telling her that my not wanting to hurt her, shout, throw things shove her, etc, etc actually meant I cared more not less and that such things aren't a sign of caring but that the person acting like that is an insecure dick.

[@charliedeegan1598]

​@@itarry4 People accept the love they think they deserve.

[@Niicha_p]

I honestly love this channel so much! It’s so respectful and informative. I always listen to it while doing homework or chores. Also, Adrian’s voice is so soothing and calm!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank youuu 😁

[@pindiwentuli3913]

Putting up a habitual criminal in her home did her in. Why wouldn't she listen to her loved ones' warnings? So tragic.

[@xtina6569]

Dickmatized

[@charliedeegan1598]

​@@xtina6569 Thats a really insensitive thing to say about a dead girl. Have some fucking empathy

[@lydiatorres6109]

You’re the best, Adrian. Keep your videos coming! Thank you for all of your hard work.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you! Will do!

[@rationalbacon5872]

These cases where mothers put their children in harms way infuriate me.

[@melissamoonchild9216]

​@@cdes1776its also completely avoidable?

[@fatpinkteddy]

@@cdes1776yes but the problem is mothers, fathers are selfish and always put themselves first before their child. When you have children you don’t just go with anyone. You always put your child first even if it means not getting into a relationship in the first place

[@verszka1678]

@@cdes1776 Everybody around knew this guy is bad news, including her, it's not like he suddenly became a violent criminal.

[@lisabelle7553]

She's lucky he didn't beat the child to death in a frenzy. If you love your child, you don't bring a drugged up criminal abuser into his life. Children have no say in who they as subjected to. We see too many cases of children harmed due to their parents choices in partners. Sad as it turned out for Claire...choices have consequences

[@wobblyjelly345]

I'm baffled at this too. He is violent narcissist. With all those red flags, inviting him to live with her and her child is beyond belief. My first instinct around someone like that is to protect my child. This is so sad that she she was so naive that her motherly instinct didn't kick in, despite her love for her child. Poor little one losing both his parents 😥

[@burgesj7]

You are my current favorite true crime story teller I love the tone of your content and that you don't feel the need to get goofy with comedy. Good stuff!

[@soyyo143]

Why in the world would you let this guy around your child? Its one thing to have low self esteem and its another to endanger a child who does not have the choice!

[@Thetwinkcc]

Agreed!

[@custardgannet4836]

Right? Guy looks like a total pos, dont even need him to open his mouth or hear about his criminal history to figure that one out. Its like those brightly coloured frogs in the jungle, stay well away cos this doucebag is dangerous and toxic. She was a daft bint for sure.

[@pinkbubblesnake]

My friends currently playing step dad to a kid he's only known a few months. Makes me really side eye his girlfriend.

[@PetloverTN]

In a nutshell….Alcoholism 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@leadermole3880]

Keep up the good work Adrian, up to 4 vids a week! The work you do presenting these cases is amazing!

[@Road_Rash]

If that's their harshest murder sentence, then they need to revamp those laws...

[@PharesyMunshya]

He was just a monster,my heart goes out to the family and mostly the son who will grow up without his mom RIP

[@linda-louiseanthony9802]

What a creep. Now her poor child has to grow without either parent. Poor little mite. My thoughts are with Claire's family this holiday season. West well Claire, you deserved so much better ❤ from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

[@tameelah3839]

Hey Adrian, I am a survivor of a 7 year abusive marriage. It is hard to state that she could have left earlier, not knowing her mindset. Dirtbags like him start slowly undermining your confidence and ability to stick up for yourself long before they strike physically. By the time I was hit first I thought I deserved it, he had cut me off from my family, I didn't know where to go, I had been told so many times that no one would want me and I believed it. Even now years later I still have habits that are hard to break even though I am getting help for it. The only reason I left was because he threatened to unalive me and my son. I managed to gather the courage to leave with him, and we are now free of him. Not everyone gets that chance and some who do still don't make it out alive. Before my son was born I had accepted that he would unalive me I had made my peace. He should not have been allowed out on bail, the system failed her as it fails so many around the world.

[@pauljansen6650]

Claire ignored every single person that cared for her, she ignored her own instincts and blatantly ignored what she knew was best for her child. It's certainly not her fault but she had the support and ability to leave, she chose not to. The court can't make a ruling based on past offences that have already been dealt with, it's called double jeopardy and would ruin the life of everyone that has genuinely made a turn for the better! It's selfish and naive of you to think otherwise.

[@weaviejeebies]

They build a prison in your mind. It's impossible to fully understand unless you've lived it. Abuse hijacks your nervous system and changes the brain in ways that directly impact executive function in a way very similar to intoxication, hypoxia, or a severe concussion. In other words, Claire was absolutely NOT in a normal state of mind and wasn't capable of normal decision making even apart from the fear of his future retaliation. It honestly doesn't matter that she had a supportive family. He'd done a number on her brain that suppressed her situational awareness. Look at her unwavering conviction that he could change. That's not just 'seeing the good' in people, it's a symptoms of battered woman syndrome. Not leaving when they should is probably the most common behavior of abused partners.

[@CoExist64]

@@weaviejeebiesWell said!

[@icingcake]

Explaining is not as good as prevention though

[@Freestyle80]

so why are you attracted to these people in the first place i dont get it

[@spencermackay9020]

I'm ashamed to say, as soon as I saw that boy's face I knew it was a Scottish case.

[@es68951]

Way too true 😂

[@gregoryelliott376]

This woman allowed this man in her house with her children?! Wtf.

[@AshNikkosWife]

“This woman” - you’re disgusting. If you listened to Adrian you would have heard him say she didn’t know about his past. She’s a victim and she’s deceased.

[@blahdiblah2169]

Exactly. If her first priority really was to her child she would have never got involved with him. Actions speak louder than words. Was her child even her priority?

[@Lola-AreaCode212]

My foremost thought, yes. I know it's "not nice to speak badly of the dead", but it's ridiculous to portray exactly someone's selfishness as kindness. There's a point when some of these youtubers overdo it. I would have NEVER let such a creep near my son at that age. She did NOT dedicate her life to 'minding children". Period.

[@jimmyelkordy3752]

He stole her sons game console for drug money and she kept him? What the fuck?

[@monicasmith214]

Bingo. She chose him and welcomed into her home despite her parents/friends warnings. She partied with him and knew the type of person he was- this is in no way justification for his actions but allow a viper in your home and dont be shocked if it bites. Sad for the orphaned son.

[@katerinagiannioudi401]

Her decisions and lack of response to red flags expressed by her loved ones, led her to danger.

[@lizharley5723]

It wasn't mentioned but was her son in the home when she was killed? I'm surprised that Chris would be able to live in the home with a young child living there?

[@karencooper3428]

It happened to someone I know, a person got released on bail after an assault and the person giving him a roof over his head spent weeks with his brains hanging out in icu, he said he'd never have put him up if he'd have been informed why he needed an address for bail, this law needs to be looked at, police need to be able to inform a potential future victim of the exact details of an offence

[@suzannef138]

Wow, I get why you said Him "stealing from loved ones is the most deplorable thing..." As a n addict In recovery for 20 years, I did disrespectful things to My Parents. At one point I hoped that I would get caught because when you are in active addiction... Getting drugs is just as important as eating, breathing even. Again this case is different but I know a lot of really great people who have stolen from Family and friends. I was lucky, My Family never stopped loving me and forgave me even before I could forgive myself. So please be careful when making statements that generalize. I really enjoy Coffee House Crime. Glad to see how well you are doing

[@melissamoonchild9216]

well, I think most people can agree that stealing from anyone, let alone friends and family is morally irrehensible. Addiction makes you into a not so 'great' person and Im glad you've found you're way back onto the path.

[@kierenfarrell4574]

I'm a recovering addict and yes it is deplorable and the worst people steal from loved ones. Stop feeling sorry for yourself

[@ericastapleton7042]

RIP Claire. Thank you Adrian. Old habits die hard. You can't change somebody unless they want to change, themselves 💠

[@kelseywelsey2924]

Wow KZbin notifications actually notified me? Shocker haha! Love your videos ❤ You’re one of the best True Crime channels out there!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you! Glad to hear KZbin is doing its thing correctly 👀

[@drijweyhrncxfioseer]

I noticed the same thing! I had to manually look up Coffeehouse Crime for months and just now it's finally showing up in my recommended feed again!

[@kentkent2788]

Your work ethic is unrivaled, young man. Thanks for all the great content! You deserve every penny you earn here.

[@alishawalker4344]

Bought your classified coffee and coffee mug for my mom for her birthday an it's her new favorite coffee better then Starbucks! She says An I like it too an I'm not a coffee person but she is! Thanks for all you do. Your greatly appreciated for your content an how much hard work an dedication you put into it and your fans. also very talented. Keep it up, glad to be a supporter an subscriber!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you so much, to you and your mom! You guys rock!

[@nutterbutter5255]

You are in my top 5 crime channels and I love your content!! So well done!!

[@Respected_Gentleman]

The UK doesn't have an open register of offenders. This might have been avoided if she could have seen his criminal record. EDIT: Much victim blaming in the comments. Not very clever.

[@idudheebsbzdudbdhddh]

she knew

[@mommy2libras]

She knew his record. That's what she believed he'd "changed" from.

[@karolineleos]

We do have Clare's law, ironically enough, namwd after a different victim, Clare Wood. It's still a rather complicated process though due to data protection. But listening to how she defended him even while first dating, it wouldn't have changed anything I don't think. Not to mention that you have to proactively request info using Clare's law and she wasn't interested in his "bad side" sort of speak.

[@Respected_Gentleman]

@@idudheebsbzdudbdhddh No son, he told her a sugar-coated version that didn't include the relationship violence.

[@Respected_Gentleman]

@@mommy2libras No son, he told her a sugar-coated version that didn't include the relationship violence.

[@Luna-ii4mx]

Single parents PLEASE DO NOT DATE CRIMINALS! My mother is in love with a murderer and it has haunted me all my life and made me terrified he will kill her, he killed out of jealousy before. Shes the only parent I have, for both me and my sister. Its tormenting us both. Please dont do it.

[@cristalhenson95]

Your videos make my day. Thank you for bringing these stories to light. I hope you are having a great day ❤

[@laurentaylor5319]

Probably one of the most gripping cases I've watched from you recently - you have come so far with your content creation recently Adrian, and I am so proud of you. Love and Power, and Merry Xmas!

[@tanyachristensen5330]

"Released on bail"...chilling phrase that often leads to tragedy

[@TinaMcBride63]

Im scottish and live not far away from Stirling and never heard of this case poor Claire

[@norahmcphee4928]

Claire's father is one of my husband's best friends that he had, as they grew up from toddler to through school and beyond. I met this lass when she was still in single figures, and she was a bonnie wee lass. Thank you Adrian for studying a crime close to use. This wee lass didn't deserve this person in her life, but chalk and cheese definitely comes to mind. Here is hoping that she is at peace, waiting until she has her loved ones around her once more.

[@edralphy]

Women, WOMEN! A leopard CANNOT CHANGE ITS SPOTS!!! Family and friends please step in no matter what the consequences!!! Better someone alive and hating you is better than the alternative! Such a sad story that happens way to often!!! Love and goodwill to everyone! “Happy Holidays”! everyone!!! ❤️🎄🕊️☮️☃️❤

[@mleh2512]

Adrian, why do UK judges still insist on wearing those wigs? Do UK residents also find them silly?

[@thehauntedroadtrip9190]

What a creep. So heartbreaking for her son. I have 3 kids I can't even imagine poor baby.

[@Bettinasisrg]

She should've called the police immediately! These people who facilitate these monsters! And you can't reason with them. Poor woman and worse her son. All we can hope is other women can learn from this.

[@deenagara9151]

Hello Adrian, Merry Christmas from Malaysia! Please do the tragic cases of Louis “Buddy” Musso and Cathy Whitehead! These 2 cases deserve to be cover more!

[@dianawatton7570]

You cannot rehabilitate Evil. Bail, probation & records should all be considered before even considering any release.

[@tonyperez4791]

Great video, Adrian, Thank you for sharing. Hope you, Nero and your loved ones have a Great, Healthy and Safe holiday season. Cheers, Tony

[@julika219]

Adrian, you‘re one of the best out here! Thanks for your quality content! Always!

[@cdes1776]

Sadly, bail and parole *often* can mean recidivism and escalation which translates to suffering/loss of life for the public or loved ones. I've worn those rose-coloured glasses to diminish red flags; it's a reflection of the wearer's heart rather than the less savoury individual.

[@tuffythegreat3744]

Don’t you worry about your video length. You keep making them Adrian, and I will keep watching them.

[@yvonnezed]

Impeccable timing again! Was struggling to find something decent to watch and along comes CHC... 😁💜

[@simonefeaster5131]

Adrian, my sincerest thanks for taking the time at the end of this episode to talk kindly and compassionately about the importance of self love. A powerful message and a very classy touch. With respect-Simone

[@MidtierPrincess]

Love me a good lengthy video 😊 I love watching these while I get ready to go out or go to work! Happy holidays, Adrian. 🎉

[@whatever451000]

Great video Adrian I am a preschool teacher so this one hit close to home! I am so sad for her son and the people who knew her, she sounds like a self less, loving caring person.

[@britniburdon7037]

love the videos adrian!! merry early Christmas to you and your fur baby Nero!

[@larakillian4108]

This is my favorite crime channel! Thank you for all your hard work. That blue color flannel is gorgeous on you Adrian!

[@rainbowhistory2107]

Women (I’m one) need to take a bit of accountability in these scenarios too. Why be in a relationship with a man like this. She had a young son to protect and she brought a criminal into her home, to be around her and her son. Women need to understand that they can’t change a person - when they show you who they are - BELIEVE THEM!!

[@sesethuntaphane3933]

Amen, you have preached. As a woman, I support this statement.

[@Uapa500]

Because by the time you realise, sadly in many cases, psychologically you're too weak to actually react.

[@bay1841]

@@Uapa500Yes a lot of the time (the abusive) partner will use narcissistic and manipulative tactics to convince the victim that there’s no hope for them outside of the relationship. Experiencing that for years and years will physiologically ruin someone. Find no value in themselves. People not understanding that and judging makes it harder for the victims to want to try and get help.

[@AmyWalters-ll4xj]

Unfortunately it’s a lot more complicated than that, especially for people of limited means. People who are gentle in nature and always believe that people can change can be especially vulnerable. I don’t agree with what you say as I feel you are victim blaming.

[@AmyWalters-ll4xj]

And just be grateful you have never been emotionally abused and worn down until your self esteem sinks extremely low. I work with women who have experienced domestic violence and I know from real life experience that the strongest of characters can be slowly broken down until they genuinely feel they don’t deserve better and also have no where to turn

[@misschik93]

absolutely adore your longer videos! The amount of work you put into every single video👏👏

[@buhlemahlangu2136]

Watching from South Africa. I love your videos. Veep up the great work

[@-Datura-]

Also a hooked Saffer!

[@truecrimeLI]

Just subscribed today. I wish I found this sooner.

[@redditor001]

"I can fix XXX" or "XXX's a fixer upper" or "Don't worry, they'll change", is not a justifiable reason for committing to a dead end coupling like this. you will only get hurt, hopefully only emotionally, when you forcibly invest yourself into it. walking away and going solo is far easier than this, always

[@martinharris6620]

Hi Adrian love the channel. How do you manage to research into such great detail? Martin

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

It becomes a refined skill over time! Many more improvements coming next year too :)

[@martinharris6620]

@@CoffeehouseCrime have a great Christmas and Happy New Year

[@KilljoyFreya]

This story is so sad... And also very strange for me since my mum and dad's names are Clare and Christopher. And my dad couldn't be more opposite to the horrible Chris in this tragic, yet preventable, case. Rest in peace Clare, and may closure and peace be with her son and family. ♥

[@user-hq6bt5yj8j]

Hi there, I'm new to your channel and I have to say I love it ,totally awesome. I've been listening to help me go to sleep, so the longer the better, so with that, just stay fabulous. Thanks, everyone, you guys are great 👍

[@stefaniecosme4774]

As a Mom, who was also for a time a Single Mom, and a DV Survivor, This Horrific case REALLY Effected me, as it reminded me of a time when this Same thing Very Well could also have been my fate- My Heart is Absolutely Broken for Claire’s family, Especially for her Son- And, as the Mom of boys, who are now young men, I know how Incredibly Special the bond is between a Mom and her boys- Which, I believe that bond is even More Powerful when it’s a Single Mom and her Son- I do wish though that this video was a bit longer bc, Not Only do I Love and Enjoy your videos Adrian, But I was Very Curious to learn about where Claire’s Son was when her Precious Life was stolen from her- Anyways, Wishing you and your family Many Blessings Adrian, Merry Christmas, and Keep up the Great Work!

[@kiwimema4300]

We love your videos, the longer the better 😊

[@mamabrantingtherapist]

Merry Christmas from Wyoming, USA. Thank you for your content! We do not care if its you delivering a long video... I could listen to you all day!!😊😊

[@sarahfrith1984]

Emma Kenny did a deep dive into this last week, he assaulted the mother of his children in the past domestic offence he had.

[@QuietClariti]

This was one of the most beautiful and sincere narratives you’ve done Adrian. GBV is a world wide pandemic felt within all four corners of the world. It’s imperative for women to realise that they are worthy of respect and to have self respect. Sadly we don’t live in a perfect world where our judgement can be executed flawlessly. Thank you for the message at the end. My hope is that all here will heed the warning. Blessings to all. May she rest in peace. Amen.

[@chelseamae7191]

Happy Holidays to you and your family, Adrian 🎅🎄🎁💗 Thank you for working so hard putting out great content!❤ Happy and healthy New Year!🎉🎉

[@tyleralvarez7862]

You’re content is always so interesting. I’ve watched every video at LEAST once.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I appreciate that! thank you so much!!

[@DefeatedLimitations]

Gotta be honest, these videos bring me great enjoyment on my long work journeys. Being able to just binge your videos whilst driving long distances across the UK makes work even more bearable! A question... what is the criteria for you doing research into one of these videos? Do they need to hit a certain "crazy scale" etc? I only ask as my cousin was murdered just before last Christmas and I'd really be intrigued to see you do a deep dive whilst I drink my coffee on the road. Hope you and yours have a wonderful Xmas! Thanks again for your very in depth videos.

[@DakotaofRaptors]

"Long distance" and "UK" sounds like an antithesis

[@DefeatedLimitations]

@@DakotaofRaptors guess long distance is relative to the country. For the UK and time I'm on the road during a work day etc!

[@babschampagne8377]

She didn't need his criminal record to know his reputation and what kind of guy he was. Same as all who warned her. She went into this willingly. Hard to talk bad about the victim but in this case she was acting horrible and enabling him, bringing her child into life with a lunatic. Not the brightest girl.

[@charleycox3944]

Yeah I do get a little tired of it. There were so many steps along the way that this could have been avoided. At a certain point victims have to accept at least some responsibility for their poor life choices. Inviting a psycho to live with her son is literal insanity.

[@Uapa500]

You do realise one thing is rationally seeing it from outside, another thing is actually being psychologically weak and damaged from the inside?

[@LSSJTHOR]

There is EVIL! Not every soul is good and worth saving.

[@amyf121]

A new law was created in claire's memory called claire's law where previous convictions can be accessed by propective partners you can ring and check whether anyone you date had previous charges ❤❤