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Podcast: Mind Behind The Crime | The Psychology Of Killers
Episode: Why Is Anyone Pointing A Finger At Richard Allen With No Delphi Murder Evidence?
Description: What happens when a high-profile murder investigation clings to outdated techniques despite mounting evidence of their flaws? In the complex and chilling case of Richard Allen, the Delphi investigators continue to rely on the controversial Reid technique, a coercive interrogation approach that’s led to countless false confessions over the decades. But why stick to this method when so many other police forces worldwide have moved on to less confrontational tactics? In today’s episode, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott dives into the psychology behind law enforcement’s attachment to this method—and whether pride might be clouding their judgment. Could Ri...