# Wiltshire: The 1860 Road Hill House Murder

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Podcast: [Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/foul-play-a-historical-true-crime-podcast-51278)
Published: 2026-01-13T10:00:19+00:00
Episode link: http://mythsandmalice.com
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## Resource

A quiet Wiltshire town became infamously known as the site of the 1860 Road Hill House murder, a case that shattered Victorian complacency and intrigued the nation. Season 37 of Foul Play opens with the harrowing murder at Road Hill House, delving into one of Victorian England's most brutal and mystifying family tragedies. At the heart of this mystery was the Kent family, generally respected, yet living amid turmoil and secrets. Three-year-old Saville Kent, innocent and unaware, was ripped from life and left to be discovered in a location that spoke volumes of the crime's heinous nature. This case forced the integration of scientific methods into detective work, heralding a new era in criminal investigations. The public and press clamored for justice or sensationalism, spurring investigators to reconsider their techniques. Over the course of the series, we dissect the unfolding investigation led by Scotland Yard's finest, unravel potential motives, and identify suspects. In this premiere episode, the details of the morning after the crime unfold, with the household thrown into chaos, and the rippling effects on their community. The Victorian age was one of progression shadowed by crime, and this episode lays bare the stark reality behind the era's respectable facade. Witness accounts, forensic developments, and intricate narrative weaves reveal a complex tapestry of familial betrayal. Discover the echo of justice and its reflection in modern times. Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypod Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing…

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