15 The Two Intruders | We talk to Irma’s grandson
5/7/202629 min
In all the trials we've covered, we've never heard directly from a victim or their family. This episode we change that.
Irma Palasics's grandson, John Mikita, joins the pod to reveal his thoughts on the verdict, and describe the Irma and Gregor Palasics he knew and loved.
The Case Of is the follow-up to the hit podcast Mushroom Case Daily, and all episodes of that show will remain available in the back catalogue of The Case Of.
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First 90 secondsAnnabel Crabb0:00
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Stephen Stockwell· Host0:35
[gentle music] What's it like to sit in court and hear the details of your grandmother's violent death and the excuses of the accused poured over in front of an audience? In this episode, we find out. I'm Stephen Stockwell. Welcome to episode 15 of the Case of the Two Intruders.
Elizabeth Byrne· Host1:01
Irma Polaszik's brutal murder rocked her family and has haunted them for 24 long years.
John Makida· Guest1:07
This wasn't the average robbery.
Annabel Crabb1:09
The brutality of the attack shocked the community. They were virtually tortured that night.
Stephen Stockwell· Host1:15
Violently assaulted before the two men ransacked the premises and stole cash and jewelry.
John Makida· Guest1:20
My grandparents were beaten, and my grandmother was left to die on the lounge room floor.
Stephen Stockwell· Host1:26
[gentle music] John Makida was in his twenties when his