Podcast
Crime Junkie
In two episodes of Crime Junkie, host Ashley Flowers cited Vikki Petraitis’s The Phillip Island Murder as the primary source for detailed information on the case, noting its thorough account of Fergus’s statements, the victims’ injuries, and the investigation. She highlighted Petraitis as a leading expert and praised the book’s impact, calling it a hit in Australia. The discussion indicated a strong endorsement of the book for listeners interested in the case.
Episode: CONSPIRACY: Phillip Island Part 2
The book provided detailed information about Fergus's statement regarding his relationship with Viv and Beth, which was discussed extensively in the episode.
according to his statement, which is detailed in the Phillip Island murder book, he says that his and Viv's relationship wasn't always smooth sailing.
according to Vicki and Paul's book, after that, Viv asks where he's been.
So according to Vicki and Paul's book,
That is when Vicky starts investigating Beth and Viv's case.
And when the book comes out, I mean, it's a hit in Australia,
Episode: CONSPIRACY: Phillip Island Part 1
The book was referenced as a major source for the episode, specifically for the details of the crime scene and the investigation, including information about Beth's injuries and the letter 'A' carved onto her torso.
According to a book titled the Phillip Island murder by Vicky Petraeus and Paul Daly Which by the way, Vicky Petraeus has become like the foremost expert I think at least I've been able to find on this case And it's really because of her work that we were able to put a lot of this episode together And the podcast even that we reference is based on this book So high five to Vicky
So deep that according to the Philip Island murder book Investigators noted the slashes had cut through Beth's chest and stomach muscles.