British double-murderer tells the police where the bodies are hidden like she’s asked them ’round for a spot of tea

In a chilling case that has gripped the public, Virginia McCullough, a convicted double-murderer from the UK, calmly explained to police where they could locate her parents’ bodies, four years after she killed them. In bodycam footage from the investigation, McCullough’s calm demeanor struck viewers as eerie, leading some to suggest that if there were a fictional show like A Very British Killer, McCullough could easily be its main character.

Details of the Crime

McCullough, who pleaded guilty in 2023, confessed to killing her parents, Lois and John McCullough, in June 2019. To cover up her financial troubles and dependency on her parents’ finances, McCullough poisoned her father and violently attacked her mother. She continued to live in the house with their remains, telling others that her parents were unwell or away to explain their prolonged absence. Over the years, she spent approximately £150,000 from their pensions and accounts, using much of it to gamble.

When suspicions arose and the police finally arrived, McCullough explained the location of her parents’ bodies in the family home. Her father’s body was found in a “makeshift mausoleum” in his study, while her mother’s remains were stored in an upstairs wardrobe. With unsettling composure, McCullough even offered details on where police could find the weapons she used in the murder, apologizing for the condition of the knife and hammer.

Reactions to McCullough’s Demeanor

The public reaction has been one of shock at McCullough’s unflinching attitude. One commenter remarked on social media, “There be ice in them veins,” noting her complete lack of visible remorse. Another commented, “It was like she was telling them where she put the ketchup, not dead bodies and a hammer,” highlighting the eeriness of her casual demeanor.

Family Statement and Discovery

McCullough’s deception extended beyond the crime itself; she misled even close family members for years. Her siblings, who have remained anonymous, provided a heartbreaking statement in court, calling the situation “a living nightmare.” The case eventually broke when the family’s doctor grew suspicious of the parents’ prolonged absence from medical appointments, prompting a police investigation that revealed the horrific truth.

Sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 36 years before parole eligibility, McCullough’s story is a haunting reminder of the extremes of deception and betrayal.