Commencing at the corner of Victoria Square and Grote Street, come on a walk with Bob the Murder Man and learn some of the tragic deaths and murders which took place along these roads. Murders include the death of 6 yr old Mary Ann Hartigan in 1880 by her stepmother, and the murder of Blanche Bennett at the hands of her violent alcoholic husband. The tour takes two hours and concludes on Waymouth Street. A certain level of fitness is assumed for this walk.

Your Tutor is Bob Elliott

Bob commenced with the WEA in 2025.

Some people know him as Bob the murder man, others know him as a novice historian with a passion for unravelling the mysteries of South Australia's darker past. With years of research and exploration into the state’s historical records, and 4 years of volunteering as a guide at the Old Adelaide Gaol, Bob brings to light the chilling tales of murders, hangings and unusual deaths that have left a mark on South Australia's history.  All records must be 50 years or older for him to access them.

From the harsh frontier days to the bustling cities of the 20th century, Bob provides a captivating narrative that sheds light on the social, cultural, and legal contexts surrounding these gruesome events, and the changes in standards, expectations and law along the way.

Join Bob as he travels through the streets of Adelaide which is full of intrigue, suspense, and historical significance, revealing the untold stories of some of South Australia's murders and deaths and the sombre rituals of justice that followed in their wake.  Bob Elliott has a unique presentation on the state of South Australia.