KILLER IN THE FAMILY

Killer in the Family is a true crime podcast that examines cases of men who kill their whole families through the lens of coercive control, escalation, and warning signs that are too often ignored. Rather than treating these crimes as shocking anomalies, the podcast focuses on patterns of behaviour, power, and violence in the home — challenging the myth that perpetrators “snap” without warning.

Hosted by Clare Laxton, a researcher and passionate advocate for survivors of domestic abuse and coercive control, the podcast combines rigorous research with victim-centred storytelling. Each episode explores not only what happened, but why it happened, and what lessons can be learned to prevent future harm.



Killer in the Family aims to raise public awareness of domestic abuse, coercive control, and the narratives that allow violence and abuse to go unnoticed. It is listened to by true crime audiences, professionals, and advocates who believe understanding patterns is essential to prevention.