Thomas Neill Cream

Serial Killer

Thomas Neill Cream: The Lambeth Poisoner

Introduction

Thomas Neill Cream was a notorious serial killer active in the late 19th century. Known as the "Lambeth Poisoner," he was convicted of murdering multiple victims using strychnine. His crimes spanned multiple locations, including Canada, the United States, and England, before his eventual capture and execution.

Early Crimes in Canada

Born in Scotland in 1850, Cream studied medicine in Canada before embarking on a sinister path. His first known crime was in 1879 when he was suspected of murdering his mistress, Kate Gardener, in Ontario. Though evidence pointed to him, he was not convicted.

Murder of Daniel Stott - 1881

In Illinois, USA, Cream was involved in the death of Daniel Stott, the husband of a woman with whom he was having an affair. Cream provided Mrs. Stott with strychnine-laced medicine to poison her husband. He was arrested and sentenced to life in Joliet Prison but was released after serving only ten years. ...Read More

Confirmed Victims: (4)

Ellen , Date of Death: 1891-10-13

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Suspected Victims:

Kate Gardener , Date of Death: 1879

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