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Harold Shipman, Known As Fred

Harold Shipman, known as Fred,
killed 250 patients dead.
A serial killer prolific -
“Angel of Death” or “Mr Horrific”?

In Shipman’s Aftermath

Medical practice in England got changed
so that if others also deranged
would try to do the same things as he
they couldn’t deceive so easily!

The day before age 58
he hanged himself, a fitting fate.
A monument to his victims do see
in the Garden of Tranquility.

Aug. 27, 2022
For Joe Maverick's Dr Harold Shipman Poetry Contest

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Ann Peck

Date: 9/3/2022 10:31:00 AM

A wonderful poem about a cruel man. I didn't remember who he was...until reading poetry. Congratulations.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 9/3/2022 1:16:00 AM

His story said very beautifully in short. Congratulations!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/28/2022 6:56:00 AM

I need to look this serial killer up and read a little about him. I enjoyed reading your contest entry that seems like it could be in the winners' list to me. Way to go. Your visit to my page was uplifting. Sara

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/28/2022 2:55:00 AM

I would love to see that statute.

Weston Gregory

Date: 8/27/2022 4:54:00 PM

It's terrible the way he got away with the things he did. I believe he should have been made to answer for his action. nice piece