Crimes That Shook Britain

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Reconstructions, interviews and archival material is key, offering viewers an in-depth look into the circumstances surrounding and investigations into some of the most horrendous crimes in Britain. From the case of Stephen Griffiths, the so-called Crossbow Cannibal, and the Omagh car bombing in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, to the globally reported kidnapping and murder of James Bulger and the shocking child abuse case of Victoria Climbie, whose death prompted the biggest overhaul of child protection services in Britain, investigators, witnesses, and survivors talk about the cases, the investigations and their ultimate outcomes.

Stephen Lawrence: Episode Image
Episode 1Stephen Lawrence

On the 20th anniversary of his death, the family of Stephen Lawrence reflect on his tragic murder in 1993, as well as their lengthy fight for justice. (S4, ep 1)

Raoul Moat: Episode Image
Episode 2Raoul Moat

A look at Raoul Moat's shooting spree in Northumberland during the summer of 2010, the huge manhunt that followed and the aftermath of his attacks.

Garry Newlove: Episode Image
Episode 3Garry Newlove

The wife of Garry Newlove, who was beaten to death outside his home in Cheshire in 2007, looks back at the night of her husband's murder. (S4, ep 3)

Peter Sutcliffe: Episode Image
Episode 4Peter Sutcliffe

The story of Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe, who murdered 13 women during a five-year killing spree that began in 1975. (S3, ep 4)

Christopher Foster: Episode Image
Episode 5Christopher Foster

The brother of millionaire Christopher Foster joins those trying to understand why he killed his wife and daughter in Shropshire in 2008. (S4, ep 5)

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Episode 6Colin Ireland

The ex-wife and former friends of Colin Ireland cast new light on the psyche of the Southend serial killer who terrorised the London gay scene in 1993. (S4, ep 6)

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