The Fall of Johnny Darke & John Bindon: Crime, Chaos & Cinema

In episode 23 of Sinister South, we're diving into the chaotic world of Johnny Darke, a volatile South London gangster. 

His criminal empire crumbled when he clashed with John Bindon, a feared enforcer with ties to rockstars and royalty. From pub rackets to murder trials, we uncover how Darke’s reign was brought to a brutal end, blending crime, celebrity, and unexpected twists.

Also hear how vindictive Rach is as she attempts to silence Han, and the supremely inspiring way Han deals with it... 

Sources used in the episode include:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bindon
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bindon#cite_note-12
• https://www.denstevenson.info/john-bindon/ 
• https://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/obituary-john-bindon-1502412.html 
• https://ledzepnews.com/2024/06/19/the-day-on-the-green-files-unseen-documents-reveal-the-full-impact-of-led-zeppelins-1977-backstage-violence/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seFjO-lcY68 

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