'Gripping' new BBC crime series to land on iPlayer in just a few days
For all you true crime series fans the BBC's latest offering, Cracking the Case, should be immediately bumped to the top of your must-watch list.
Cracking the Case features BBC News journalist Calum Leslie, who is delving into the 'how and why' behind some major crimes, with the assistance of two experts.
This riveting three-part series will captivate anyone intrigued by the workings of the criminal mind. In each episode, Calum and the experts aim to comprehend why different crimes were committed by exploring psychological insights. They'll also probe police procedures, examining what justice signifies for every victim and their families.
Calum is backed by two criminal specialists, both with a wealth of experience in solving past cases. Rebecca Mason, a former police detective, will lend her 14 years of expertise in the force to provide valuable insight, reports the Express.
Rebecca is no novice when it comes to bringing criminals to justice, having secured the UK's first ever romance fraud conviction. Her diligent work on the case was recognised by the presiding judge.
Dr Sohom Das, the second expert on the show, has a background as a forensic psychiatrist and expert witness. He has previously aided both victims and criminals during ongoing court proceedings, presenting his expert opinion to the courts.
His position in the courtroom environment has demanded considerable courage, with Dr Sohom having previously encountered some perilous offenders and observed the distressing accounts from victims who have been severely affected by their offences.
The official description states: "Every crime leaves a trail. Fingerprints, DNA, a move caught on camera. BBC News journalist Calum Leslie is joined by two experts - one who investigates how crimes are committed and one who digs into why.
"The team examines the evidence that led to convictions and put some of the UK's most notorious criminals behind bars. Gaining access to information that usually remains sealed, Cracking the Case gives professional insights into the psychological profile behind the criminal act and walks the audience through how the perpetrators were caught."
The overview continues: "At the heart of each episode lies a thorough exploration of the impact crime has on victims and their families - giving a voice to the people most profoundly impacted by terrible events by hearing directly from them."
BBC Commissioning Editor Chris Achilleos further shared: "This new format from the BBC News Video on Demand team takes a serious look into how crimes, that have hit the headlines, have been solved.
"Using studio-based storytelling, with detailed graphic explainers, police interviews and evidence as well as compelling testimony from those impacted - we will take audiences through the process of how crimes are solved, step by step."
The programme's presenter, Calum Leslie also added: "BBC News is the home of trusted, impartial journalism and the work of our newsgathering teams across the country is what provides the journalistic rigour behind this series.
"We are there in court, hearing the evidence and witness testimony. We are with the people affected by these crimes, broadcasting their stories. Cracking the Case uses all of these resources to reveal how investigations take shape and the profound impact these crimes have on victims and communities."
All three episodes will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer on 1 September.
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