About this season
This true crime series sees criminologist David Wilson investigate UK murder cases, revealing motives, patterns, and the psychology of killers.
Episodes (10)
1. The Stranger's Promise
Aired 23 September 2025 • 45 min
When Bennylyn Burke and her young daughter, Jellica, vanish after visiting a man she met online, police uncover a disturbing crime with international roots.
2. Killer in the Shadows
Aired 29 September 2025 • 45 min
Mark Martin boasted he wanted to become Nottingham's first serial killer - and he succeeded. After childhood, Martin spiralled into drug abuse and violent fantasies.
3. A Dangerous Return
Aired 6 October 2025 • 45 min
Tai O'Donnell was a gifted 19-year-old with a bright future. But, when he entered a volatile relationship with Kamila Ahmad, things took a dark turn.
4. Husband, Liar, Killer
Aired 13 October 2025 • 45 min
Claire Morris was a young nurse with everything to live for when she died in a car crash. At first, it seemed like a tragic accident.
5. Buried By Him
Aired 20 October 2025 • 45 min
Jayden Parkinson was just 17 when she vanished shortly before Christmas. What follows is the unravelling of a toxic, coercive relationship with Ben Blakeley.
6. Cause of Death
Aired 27 October 2025 • 45 min
In the quiet town of Hyde, Greater Manchester, patients of respected GP Harold Shipman begin dying in unusually high numbers.
7. The Man Upstairs
Aired 3 November 2025 • 45 min
Vera Hudson was a well-known, well-loved member of her Hull community. So when she had stopped answering her door, neighbours grew worried.
8. He Said She Would
Aired 10 November 2025 • 45 min
Gary Cunningham was trying to make a relationship work. But behind closed doors, he was being abused.
9. Over the Wall
Aired 17 November 2025 • 45 min
Shane Gilmer and Laura Sugden were planning a quiet night out when a horrific ambush shattered their lives.
10. The Spree
Aired 24 November 2025 • 45 min
In June 2010, taxi driver Derrick Bird went on one of the worst killing sprees in British history. He shot dead twelve people and injured many more.