Welsh Mysteries and Histories

Kaiesha Ceryn Page

Behind Wales’ sweeping landscapes and proud traditions lies a darker, more unsettling story — one written in whispers, rumours, and cases that refuse to rest. Welsh Mysteries and Histories uncovers the crimes, disappearances and unexplained events that have slipped through the cracks of mainstream true crime. From chilling unsolved murders to baffling local mysteries, each episode explores stories that still linger in the shadows of valleys, towns and coastlines. But the unease doesn’t end with crime. Wales is a land shaped by myth, folklore and forgotten histories — tales that blur the line between legend and reality, and continue to haunt the present. Meticulously researched and told with care, context and deep respect, this is where Wales’ hidden stories are finally brought into the light.

  1. 10/08/2025

    Anatomy of a Betrayal: The Murder of William Bush

    Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY On Christmas Eve 2023 in Llandaff, Cardiff, 23-year-old William Bush was brutally murdered by his childhood friend Dylan Thomas. Thomas stabbed Bush 37 times, including 21 wounds to the neck, in a frenzied attack at the home they shared. The night before the killing, Thomas stayed at his grandmother’s home in Rhoose before returning to Llandaff, claiming he needed to check on his dog. Evidence later revealed he had searched online for “anatomy of the neck” before the attack. At trial, Thomas admitted manslaughter under diminished responsibility but denied murder. In November 2024, a jury found him guilty of murder. He was sentenced in January 2025 to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 19 years. William’s family described him as a “loyal, funny, and caring” young man with a promising future — a life cut short by senseless violence that left a community reeling and a family shattered. Where You Can Find Us Our brand-new website is now live! Visit us at welsh-mysteries.co.uk. Join our Facebook discussion group to connect with other true crime enthusiasts and share your thoughts on the cases we cover. For more information about the podcast and host, head to welsh-mysteries.co.uk. Follow us on Instagram — @welshmysteries and TikTok. If you enjoy the podcast or find value in what we do, you can support us by buying a coffee through our Ko-Fi account. Work With Us If there’s a particular case you’d like me to cover, please get in touch via email. I’m also open to business collaborations and sponsorship opportunities at:  hello@welsh-mysteries.co.uk References: Hundred Families – The Victims, WalesBBC NewsSouth Wales ArgusMirrorSky NewsWales OnlineSouth Wales Police

    20 min
  2. 08/18/2025

    From Bay Area Bombings to North Wales: The Capture of Daniel Andreas San Diego

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the extraordinary case of Daniel Andreas San Diego, the American fugitive who spent more than two decades on the run before his dramatic arrest in rural North Wales in November 2024. San Diego, a committed animal rights activist and computer specialist from California, was linked to two 2003 bombings targeting companies associated with animal testing. Though no one was injured, the use of nail-packed devices and secondary explosions marked a chilling escalation in extremist tactics. When the FBI closed in, he vanished, eventually becoming the first domestic terrorism suspect placed on the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorists list. For 21 years, he lived a ghostlike existence—surfacing in rumours from Hawaii to Europe—before quietly settling in Conwy, North Wales. Locals described him as a reclusive “American man,” unaware he was one of the world’s most sought-after fugitives. His arrest, carried out by armed officers with support from the National Crime Agency, stunned the community and made global headlines. San Diego now faces extradition to the United States, closing a chapter that blends radical activism, international manhunt, and the quiet landscapes of North Wales. Where you can find us? **Our brand new website is coming soon** Join our Facebook discussion group!For more information on the podcast and the hosts, make sure you check out this link. Follow us on Instagram - @welshmysteries, as well as via our individual profiles (@kaycpage and @mags.cross). If you like the content or find value in what we do, you can buy as a coffee via our Ko-Fi account. Work with us?If you have a particular case that you would like us to cover, please feel free to contact us via the email below. We are also open to discussing business and sponsorship opportunities via this email - hello@welsh-mysteries.co.uk. References: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn524g92gxzo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straight_edge https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Andreas_San_Diego https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/czxv9wxrqeeo https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd6vd55v5n7o https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c33exln14mgo https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/fbi-san-diego-north-wales-california-san-francisco-b2658126.html https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czr7583ek1eo https://www.gbnews.com/news/us/wales-news-fbis-most-wanted-terrorist-daniel-andreas-san-diego-court https://www.deeside.com/fbi-most-wanted-terrorist-arrested-in-north-wales-after-over-20-years-on-the-run/#google_vignette

    16 min

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Behind Wales’ sweeping landscapes and proud traditions lies a darker, more unsettling story — one written in whispers, rumours, and cases that refuse to rest. Welsh Mysteries and Histories uncovers the crimes, disappearances and unexplained events that have slipped through the cracks of mainstream true crime. From chilling unsolved murders to baffling local mysteries, each episode explores stories that still linger in the shadows of valleys, towns and coastlines. But the unease doesn’t end with crime. Wales is a land shaped by myth, folklore and forgotten histories — tales that blur the line between legend and reality, and continue to haunt the present. Meticulously researched and told with care, context and deep respect, this is where Wales’ hidden stories are finally brought into the light.

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