Harold Shipman

Harold Shipman

doctor United Kingdom

Harold Shipman was a British general practitioner who became one of the most notorious serial killers in history. Convicted in 2000 for the murder of 15 of his patients, a subsequent inquiry revealed that he had likely killed at least 215 individuals over a span of 23 years. Shipman used lethal doses of painkillers to commit his crimes, exploiting his position as a trusted physician to carry out his acts undetected. His case raised significant concerns about medical oversight and the responsibilities of healthcare providers, leading to reforms in medical practice and monitoring. Shipman's actions shocked the public and left a lasting impact on the healthcare system in the UK.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
12,439
Power
673$
Sentiment
1.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 1 1.00 0.05% +0% 25,499,884 12,439 $1,380,000 673$
Totals 1 25,499,884 12,439 $1,380,000 673$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Harold Shipman was convicted of murdering 15 of his patients and later found to have killed at least 215 over 23 years. 1

The Sydney Morning Herald: Berlin doctor charged with serial murder of palliative patients