Forget the denials, scott watson definitely killed. Supporters of scott watson should relax and maintain their support. For nearly two decades, authors and documentarymakers have given you their own versions of the scott watson evidence, sometimes based on faded memories. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson. Shock poll shows scott watson supporters deserting his innocence campaign after watching movie length ian wishart video on case a new poll shows this weeks tv documentary doubt. Ian wishart doesnt outright say that scott watson did the crime but the breakdown and analysis of all of the. Ian wishart says tim dowers interview with guy wallace a crucial witness in the ben smart and olivia hope murder trial has proved scott. Ian wishart born 1964 is a new zealand journalist, author and publisher, and the editor of investigate magazine. Two of those revelers, 21 year old ben smart and 17 year old olivia hope, were never seen again. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Scott watson and the biggest coverup in new zealands. The great divide by ian wishart it had been my impression that ian was a polemicist, an extremist, even a writer of scurrilous pamphlets.
The claim is made by journalist ian wishart in elementary published today and comes as a former senior detective in the case details an. Journalist ian wishart says bodies of ben smart and olivia hope could be found, as police say theyll examine new books claims. Elementary is the first book on the case to reveal what actually happened the real timeline, scott watson s real past including his stated intention to multiple witnesses to rape and kill, and his physical assault on a teenage girl at furneaux in pursuit of sex, the exposure of watson s erie bay painting. The question scott watson supporters cannot answer. Excerpt ian wishart on scott watson ian wishart guest writer ian wishart s new book elementary went on sale last week, promptly got pulled from bookstores scared off by a threat of legal.
Ian wisharts new book pulled from shelves nz herald. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Stores remain closed to usual trade, with customers unable to enter stores. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson case wishart, ian on. Book claims scott watson had accomplice in the ben smart and. Kindle books kindle unlimited prime reading bestsellers kindle daily deal kindle monthly deals free kindle reading apps buy a kindle content and devices. Ian wishart releases damning evidence on scott watson scoop. I went into this book with a sceptical eye on the conviction of scott watson, looking for more. He claims to have solved the case involving the disappearance of ben smart and olivia hope in the marlborough sounds in 1998. Ian wishart releases followup scott watson book elementary 2.
He is issuing challenges to them to find one error and no go so far. Howling at the moon publishing, 2016 isbn 9780994106469 ian wishart, elementary 2. I went into this book with a sceptical eye on the conviction of scott watson, looking for more reasons to find him not guilty and, wow. However, when i opened the great divide i found it moderate in style, clear in expression and thorough in discussion.
Ian wishart releases damning evidence on scott watson. Journalist ian wishart says he found out that scott watson was indeed the killer of ben smart and olivia hope on new years day 1998, because of sightings another man with watson on his boat. Wishart will next week publish the book, elementary the explosive file on scott watson and. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson case paperback softback ian wishart. Fifteenhundred revelers gathered for new years eve at a picturesque lodge, accessible only by boat, in new zealands stunningly scenic marlborough sounds. Scott watson, the sounds murders and the game of law on new years eve 1997, young holidaymakers ben smart and olivia hope dissapeared from a party at a seaside resort, last seen boarding a mystery yacht with a mystery man.
Oct 09, 2016 a new poll shows this weeks tv documentary doubt. He is a conservative christian, an opponent to the scientific theory of anthropogenic climate change, and has been described as a professional controversialist. For a summary of the case against scott watson and the reasons many consider his conviction to be a miscarriage of justice. Scott watson case special elementary 1, elementary 2. Sep 19, 2016 if youve got questions about the scott watson case, this is the info pack you need. For nearly two decades, authors and documentarymakers have given you their own versions of the scott watson evidence, sometimes based on faded memories of people interviewed five or six years after the events in question. Jpg publish cover of the book elementary by ian wishart the explosive file on scott watson and the disappearance of ben smart and.
A journalist and expert on the scott watson case has issued a warning to the producers of a new documentary about. Author ian wishart at the press conference for the release of his book elementary. Shop amongst our popular books, including 23, totalitaria, show me the money, honey and more from ian wishart. Stuff reports a new book claims scott watson had an accomplice when he killed ben smart and olivia hope author ian wishart says his book, elementary, includes previously unseen police evidence and the witness account of a boy who was eight years old at the time that disprove watsons claims he is innocent. Having read a number of books about jim clark which feature scott watson, it was refreshing to hear the story from his viewpoint. This may demonstrate the efficiency of the establishments knocking machine. Its game over, guy wallace has just confirmed scott watson is the. Its game over, guy wallace has just confirmed scott. Ian wishart is a multiaward winning investigative journalist and bestselling author of more than 20 books, whos now in his fourth decade in the news business. This book is no longer in print but may be obtained at your local library or a second hand book shop. Journalist and author ian wishart has released what he calls damning evidence against convicted murderer scott watson, in a new book on the case published free online to mark the 20th.
Ian wishart has 32 books on goodreads with 1164 ratings. Best sellers todays deals new releases books electronics gift ideas customer service home computers gift cards sell kindle books kindle unlimited prime reading bestsellers kindle daily deal kindle monthly deals free kindle reading apps buy a kindle content and devices. Hes been a radio news director, a chief of staff for tv3 news and a magazine editor. Ian wisharts theories on murders of ben smart and olivia hope dismissed by police, but both agree scott watson was the killer.
Howling at the moon publishing, 2016 isbn 9780994106476. Multiple sightings of man with scott watson on his boat. If evidence clears convicted murderer scott watson as wishart implies are book sales more. Explore books by ian scottwatson with our selection at. He has personal vendettas against many people in the free scott watson group, and has a vested financial interest in making sure people think scott is guilty, the premise of his last two books on the case. There have been books and a documentary, there is a website and most recently mike whites interview with watson. Few will have failed to notice the whirlwind of debate flying around the new book elementary and its evidence that scott watson is definitely guilty of the murders of marlborough sounds friends olivia hope and ben smart supporters of watson, furious at the new book, continue to rely on nowdiscredited claims in earlier. Elementary blows open the scott watson case with evidence you\ve never been told before. I have now finished reading ian wisharts hateful book.
The book that finally identifies the mystery ketch. Publisher ian wishart says a new book will finally solve the infamous marlborough sounds murder case. Excerpt ian wishart on scott watson ian wishart guest writer ian wisharts new book elementary went on sale last week, promptly got pulled from bookstores scared off by a threat of legal. Of all the books on this case, you need to read this one.
Journalist and author ian wishart has released what he calls damning evidence against convicted murderer scott watson, in a new book on. You should have a look at ian wishart s research on the case and also the fact that the parole board arent just looking at some vague questioning of facts based on some very dodgy effoerts in the case of your quoted researchers. It didnt matter to the police anthony kiernan stated doc. The explosive file on scott watson and the disappearance of ben and olivia auckland. Police slam ian wisharts claims in book elementary nz herald. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading elementary. Best sellers todays deals new releases books electronics gift ideas customer service home computers gift cards sell. You can now purchase via contactless click and collect, or delivery from selected stores. Stuff reports a new book claims scott watson had an accomplice when he killed ben smart and olivia hope author ian wishart says his book, elementary, includes previously unseen police evidence and the witness account of a boy who was eight years old at the time that disprove watson s claims he is innocent smart, 21, and hope, 17, disappeared after a 1997 new years eve party at. Aug 02, 2018 the claim is made by journalist ian wishart in elementary published today and comes as a former senior detective in the case details an extraordinary claim that watson had confessed to the killing.
Ian wishart books list of books by author ian wishart. The book that shocked a nation, with a major new twist in one of the most perplexing maritime murder mysteries of this millennium. Explore books by ian scott watson with our selection at. Ian wishart says tim dowers interview with guy wallace a crucial witness in the ben smart and olivia hope murder trial has proved scott watson is guilty of their deaths. An authoronauthor scrap has broken out over the marlborough sounds murders with ian wishart s new book being pulled from bookshelves under threat of legal. Wishart s book comes 17 years after watson was convicted of murdering ms hope, 17, and mr smart, 21, on new years day 1998. The book that shocked a nation, with a major new twist in one of the most perplexing maritime murder mysteries of this m. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson case, 2016. Reviews of ian wishart books rugged phones direct nz. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson case. In totalitaria, bestselling author and investigative journalist ian wishart exposes a high stakes strategy of divide and rule, of manufactured crises and instant solutions. Investigative journalist ian wishart has changed his view and now believes scott watson is guilty of murdering the pair, but had an accomplice. Scott watson denied parole again as the case against him.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Ben smart and olivia hope were two young new zealanders who were murdered in the early. The question that scott watson supporters cannot answer. Ian wishart is doing some full on promotion of the release of his book elementary next friday 29 january. Journalist and author ian wishart has released what he calls damning evidence against convicted murderer scott watson, in a new book on the case published free online to mark the 20th anniversary of the killings. The unreleased police evidence on the scott watson case auckland. It is the closest thing to a john grisham novel, but it is the real thing waikato times a watergatetype tale nz listener magazine. Its game over, guy wallace has just confirmed scott watson. Another great piece of investigative journalism from ian wishart. Hes served 18 years in jail for two murders he says he didnt commit. Ian has copped quite a bit of abuse from the fsw group, but they have so far not been able to offer a proper critique of his book, most appear not to have read it, and say they will not. Ian wishart is no longer credible on the scott watson case.