True Lives Videos
The Most Notorious Killer in New York City examines the life and crimes of David Berkowitz, the infamous "Son of Sam," whose random shootings terrorised New York City during the 1970s. Through expert analysis and firsthand accounts, the documentary explores his troubled upbringing, psychological state, and the investigation that ended...
In 1977, Debra Clark was murdered, and her killer remained unidentified for decades. Renewed police efforts, forensic advances, and fresh analysis led to the offender's identification and arrest after 40 years, resolving a cold case through persistence and technological progress.
Joanna Yeates' 2009 murder sparked a major investigation. Media coverage aided in identifying her killer, who was later convicted via forensic evidence and witness accounts during the trial. The case highlighted the role of public scrutiny in advancing criminal justice.
Peter Moore, a serial killer in North Wales and Merseyside, committed 39 sexual attacks and murdered four men between September and December 1995. His crimes, driven by sadistic tendencies linked to his father's homophobia and violence, involved repeated stabbing and torture.
In 1956, sisters Margaret and Mary Ormisher were murdered in Ormskirk, North West England, remaining unsolved despite police investigations. A 1994 murder of grandmother Shirley Leach at Bury Interchange also remains unresolved. The case is examined in a 2001 program by John McArdle, focusing on unsolved North West homicides.
Captain Godfrey Simms vanished after taking his wife to Plymouth for a shopping trip on June 7, 1963, leaving unanswered questions about her whereabouts and his possible role in her disappearance.
On December 8, 2015, Charlotte Brown met Jack Shepherd via OKCupid, later joining him on a Thames speedboat. Her body was recovered from the water, with a post-mortem citing cold water immersion as the cause of death. Shepherd remained unharmed. A subsequent investigation uncovered inconsistencies in his account, leading to a manslaughter charge. The case sparked national attention and highlighted its impact on Charlotteās family.
A documentary details how detectives solved the 1991 murder of Oxford student Rachel McLean, leading to the killer's arrest. The case is part of a series exploring real police investigations, highlighting meticulous research and breakthroughs in solving crimes.
A young woman's murder in a quiet American suburb shocked the community. Authorities struggled to catch the killer until a pizza box provided crucial clues, leading to the offender's identification.
In 1982, Barry Prudom, a multiple murderer, evaded capture for 18 days in North Yorkshire before taking his own life during a confrontation. The case sparked debates over police firearm protocols and media freedom.
In 1998, a bunker in the Sierra Nevada Mountains uncovered the twisted plan of Charles Ng and Leonard Lake, two men who sought to survive a nuclear apocalypse by establishing a depraved society called "Project Miranda." Their partnership resulted in numerous murders, with evidence including a torture chamber, home movies, and diaries. The case, explored through court footage and victim testimonies, highlights their sadistic crimes.
Two British school friends, John Duffy and David Mulcahy, became serial killers in the 1980s. Their shared interest in martial arts and rape, maintained into adulthood, led to crimes. Psychological profiling and DNA testing linked them, with the railway line serving as their hunting ground.