I Catch Killers

By: Gary Jubelin, Dan Box

Narrated by: Rob Carlton

THE #1 TRUE CRIME BESTSELLER. Serial killings, child abductions, organised crime hits and domestic murders. This is the memoir of a homicide detective.

WINNER OF 2021 DANGER PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION

Here I am: tall and broad, shaved head, had my nose broken three times fighting. Black suit, white shirt, the big city homicide detective. I've led investigations into serial killings, child abductions, organised crime hits and domestic murders. But beneath the suit, I've got an Om symbol in the shape of a Buddha tattooed on my right bicep. It balances the tattoo on my left ribs: Better to die on your feet than live on your knees. That's how I choose to live my life.

As a cop, I got paid to catch killers and I learned what doing it can cost you. It cost me marriages and friendships. It cost me my reputation. They tell you not to let a case get personal, but I think it has to. Each one has taken a piece out of me and added a piece, until there's only pieces.

I catch killers - it's what I do. It's who I am.

Gary Jubelin was one of Australia's most celebrated detectives, leading investigations into the disappearance of preschooler William Tyrrell, the serial killing of three Aboriginal children in Bowraville and the brutal gangland murder of Terry Falconer. During his 34-year career, Detective Chief Inspector Jubelin also ran the crime scene following the Lindt Cafe siege, investigated the death of Caroline Byrne and recovered the body of Matthew Leveson. Jubelin retired from the force in 2019. This is his story.

Surprising and illuminating.

I have a fascination with law and order. This book delves deep and gives an insider look at policing and politics. Gary is a great character. Fascinating. I also listen to his podcast. He contributes daily to the betterment of mankind. Highly recommend this book.

Great read

This book is so interesting as it provides much insight to the politics and issues within the police, and the wider justice system. If you enjoy reading about true crime, this book should definitely be on your list.

This is an excellent roller coaster of a story!

I loved this book. It was so addicting to go through this life in such detail. I couldn't stop listening. I am very proud of the determination to succeed described in the book and am glad that Gary never backed down at any point in the story. I am feeling regret for those families left hanging out to dry but hope that someone will have the guts to do right by them in the future.

I Had No Idea What To Expect

This book is wonderfully written and beautifully read. I was taken along on the journey of a life lived in service to others. Intriguing and engaging. I highly recommend it!

A chance at redemption

An interesting read that gave insight into the working and professional life of a man who has fought to bring justice for others. I enjoyed being able to hear in Gary’s own words why he made some of the decisions he made and it’s clear that he did his best in some horrible situations. I only wish that Gary had been the narrator.