True Lives Videos
In 1998, Sikh woman Sarbjit Kaur Athwal witnessed her sister-in-law, Surjit Kaur Athwal, murdered by their mother-in-law, Bachan Kaur, who ordered the killing after Surjit threatened to end her unhappy marriage. Bachan boasted about the crime to Sarbjit, warning her she would face similar fate. Sarbjit reported the crime, leading to life sentences for Bachan and her son, an accomplice.
In the second episode of *Murder Most Foul*, Jack Shepherd investigates a death pact between lovers that led to a fatal outcome. The case questions whether Flying Officer Croft committed suicide or chose to end his life over unrequited love.
In July 1998, a man was spotted hiding in bushes outside a Los Angeles mansion, seeking a renowned Hollywood director. The case highlights obsessive stalking and celebrity fixation, revealing how dangerously close an admirer came to their target.
Detectives investigated the 2017 murders of Katherine Smith and John Williams in Swansea, focusing on Williams' body found tied with head injuries. Cannabis and a growing setup at the scene hinted at a potential motive, leading to the perpetrators' conviction through a multidisciplinary police operation.
Police Chief Michael Corbitt of Willow Springs, Illinois, colluded with Chicago mobsters in extortion and violent crimes, while engaging in a deadly extramarital affair. The 2015 episode uncovered his corruption and legal entanglements.
The documentary examines Mick Philpott's long history of violence, from the attempted murders of Kim Hill and her mother decades before the fatal house fire that killed six of his children in 2012. It combines survivor testimony, expert analysis, and the lasting impact of Philpott's crimes on his victims and family.
Police investigating the murder of a divorced mother faced challenges distinguishing truth from lies among her extensive network of acquaintances, as they sought to identify the killer amid conflicting accounts.
A 2000 documentary series explores real-life cases where personal relationships turned deadly, including jealous spouses and teenage love triangles, highlighting the fragility of human connections through gripping true crime stories.
A 2014 Northern Ireland true crime documentary details a tragic incident in Co Tyrone, exploring its impact on the local community.
In October 2010, 17-year-old single mother Laura Wilson was murdered by her ex-boyfriend Ashtiaq Ashgar in Rotherham, after she publicly criticized him, causing reputational harm. The area, known for grooming white girls by British-born Pakistani men, linked Laura to sexual exploitation risks. Her four-month-old daughter is now raised by her mother and sister, while experts analyzed Ashgar’s psychological profile.
In 2012, Michelle Mills stabbed her boyfriend Eddie Miller over 20 times during a murder at their Leicestershire cottage. She had a history of threatening partners with knives, including Eddie. Convicted of murder, the judge called her conniving, noting her attempts to mislead the jury. Experts analyzed factors contributing to her actions.
Criminal Confessions explores real homicide cases, detailing police investigations from 911 calls to interrogations. Detectives explain their methods, while interviews with victims' families and suspects reveal confessions. The 2019 series, produced by ITV Studios, examines how interrogations uncover truths in criminal cases.