This British series examines notorious murders that have had a lasting impact on rural communities in the UK. Each episode revisits a case that shocked once-peaceful towns and villages, highlighting how these seemingly idyllic settings were forever changed by violent crime. The series includes contributions from retired police detectives, forensic psychologists, and local journalists who provide detailed analysis of the investigative process behind each case.
The story of Lindsay Birbeck, who, in August 2019, was murdered by 16-year-old Rocky Marciano Price after he targeted her during a walk.
The story of 15-year-old Kayleigh Haywood, who was groomed online by Luke Harlow and murdered by Luke's neighbour, Stephen Beadman.
The story of Roy Tutill, who was murdered while hitchhiking home in 1968. The crime remained unsolved for 33 years.
The story of Blackpool man Edward Forrester who, in September 2023, was murdered by his neighbour, William Wilkinson.
The story of Lindsay Birbeck, who, in August 2019, was murdered by 16-year-old Rocky Marciano Price after he targeted her during a walk.
The story of Linda Casey, a 54-year-old horticulture lecturer from Coulsdon, whose body was discovered in Banstead Woods five days after she was reported missing.