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True Criminals

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True Criminalsis amulti award winning podcasthosted bySky News Crime Correspondent Martin Bruntand journalist and broadcasterHelen Fospero. The podcast wonOutstanding Independent Podcast at the 2025 True Crime Awards, and returned to the awards this year, where Martin and Helen were namedMost Captivating Hosts. Drawing on decades of frontline journalism, they revisit both high profile and lesser known cases with the insight and curiosity of reporters who understand how investigations unfold. The

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48:46

Fugitives: Life on the Run

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2025/05/06

In this compelling episode of True Criminals, Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero explore what it really means to live life on the run. Through firsthand stories and expert insight, they uncover the hidden realities of fugitives who slip through the cracks of justice—and those determined to catch them. Martin shares memorable cases from his long career in crime reporting, including the unsolved mystery of Lord Lucan, the quiet surrender of a killer in Cyprus, and

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27:50

Kenneth Noye: The Brink's-Mat Gold Robbery and Road...

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2025/04/29

Uncover the explosive true story of Kenneth Noye, the criminal mastermind behind the notorious Brink’s-Mat gold robbery and the shocking M25 road rage murder. Join Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero as they expose Noye’s decades-long descent into violence, deception, and infamy. From the audacious £26 million gold heist to the cold-blooded killing of Stephen Cameron, this gripping podcast reveals how Noye manipulated the justice system, evaded capture across

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25:52

The Hatton Garden Heist: The Diamond Wheezers - Part...

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2025/04/22

Easter 2015: While London slept, a geriatric gang of thieves, armed with drills and decades of criminal audacity, ransacked the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Centre, making off with over £14 million in jewels and gold. But their old-school methods collided spectacularly with the digital age, leading to their swift capture. In this gripping second part of "The Diamond Wheezers," join Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero as they delve into Martin's unprecedented

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45:41

The Hatton Garden Heist – The Diamond Wheezers, Part 1

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2025/04/15

"Analogue villains in a digital age.” In this explosive opener to a two-part special, True Criminals co-hosts Helen Fospero and Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt dig into the extraordinary story of the 2015 Hatton Garden Heist – one of the boldest burglaries Britain has ever seen. Joining them is true crime heavyweight Wensley Clarkson – journalist, author of Sexy Beasts, and an expert on the Hatton Garden crew and global organised crime. Together, they unravel how a gang of ageing

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39:46

Being Bronson: Part 2 - Dr. Bob Johnson

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2025/04/08

In the gripping finale of our special mini-series Being Bronson, True Criminals hosts Helen Fospero and Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt take listeners deep inside the story of Charles Bronson – Britain’s most notorious and longest-serving prisoner. This powerful episode features a rare, eye-opening interview with Dr. Bob Johnson, the retired prison psychiatrist who worked closely with Bronson and offers a provocative counter-narrative to the headlines. Was Bronson truly a danger to society

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39:26

Being Bronson: Part 1

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2025/04/01

Charles Bronson is one of Britain’s most infamous and feared criminals, spending nearly five decades behind bars—most of it in solitary confinement. His name has become legend, but does the myth match the man? Many know him through Tom Hardy’s explosive portrayal in the 2008 film Bronson, a cinematic deep dive into his violent outbursts and battles with the prison system. But beyond the Hollywood adaptation lies a complex figure whose real story is still unfolding. In this episode of True Criminals,

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34:40

The Southport Murders: Part 2

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2025/03/18

In this concluding episode, we uncover the full scope of a tragedy that should never have happened. Former Detective Chief Superintendent Kevin Hurley returns to analyse the horrific events that shattered the Southport community and to expose the systemic failures that may have allowed it to unfold. On July 29, 2024, a summer morning meant for music, dance, and childhood joy turned into a nightmare. At the HeartSpace dance school, a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club became the scene of unimaginable

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47:59

The Southport Murders: Part 1

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2025/03/11

On a warm summer morning in Southport, a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club and dance class should have been filled with joy, laughter, and music. Instead, it became the scene of unthinkable horror. On July 29, Axel Rudakubana, a 17-year-old from Banks, Lancashire, armed himself with a 20cm kitchen knife purchased online and launched a brutal attack, leaving three children dead and several others seriously injured. In this episode of True Criminals, Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt reflects

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54:09

The Girl Who Changed the Law: The Sarah Payne Case –...

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2025/03/04

In this powerful concluding podcast episode, we rejoin Detective Inspector Martyn Underhill as we unravel the final pieces of the Sarah Payne tragedy. We delve deep into the evidence that secured Roy Whiting's conviction, exploring the crucial details that brought a killer to justice. Discover the pivotal role of forensic science, including the groundbreaking pollen analysis by Professor Pat Wiltshire, which provided irrefutable links between Sarah and her abductor. We examine the impact of Lee

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50:06

The Girl Who Changed the Law: The Sarah Payne Case –...

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2025/02/25

The abduction and murder of eight-year-old Sarah Payne in 2000 sent shockwaves through the UK and led to landmark changes in child protection laws. In this week’s first installment of our two-part special, we’re joined by Detective Inspector Martyn Underhill, who played a pivotal role in the investigation. Underhill shares his personal insights into the case, revealing the intense surveillance operation on prime suspect Roy Whiting—including an audacious, unconventional tactic that helped keep him

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30:07

Torso in the Thames: Part 2

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2025/02/18

In our conclusion of Torso in the Thames: Part 2, Martin and Helen are joined in the studio again by Commander Andy Baker to discuss shocking new developments. Forensic evidence shifts the focus from South Africa to Nigeria, with isotope analysis tracing Adam’s origins and pollen confirming he was killed in London. His German-made shorts add another mystery. Determined to uncover the truth, Andy and Martin search Nigerian villages for Adam’s family. Then, a breakthrough—publicity leads to a key

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39:14

Torso in the Thames: Part 1

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2025/02/11

On September 21, 2001, a horrifying discovery was made in the River Thames—the torso of a young African boy, his body brutally dismembered in what appeared to be a ritualistic killing. With no identity and no immediate leads, investigators named him Adam, launching an international hunt for answers. Leading the case, Police Commander Andy Baker and his team followed the evidence to Africa. In April 2002, they traveled to South Africa, where former President Nelson Mandela made a public appeal,

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29:52

The Killing of Jill Dando: Part 2

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2025/02/04

In this gripping follow-up, Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt, Journalist Helen Fospero, and Detective Chief Inspector Hamish Campbell—a key figure in the original investigation—scrutinize the enduring mystery of Jill Dando’s murder. We take a deep dive into Barry George, the man once convicted but later acquitted, re-examining the evidence that led to his arrest and the doubts that ultimately secured his release. But was he truly innocent? Or was the real killer overlooked? Beyond

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49:16

The Killing of Jill Dando: Part 1

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2025/01/28

Who Killed Jill Dando? This is the haunting question we revisit in this week's episode of The Killing of Jill Dando, the first installment of a gripping two-part mini-series. We delve back into the unsolved murder of BBC Crimewatch presenter and beloved British broadcasting icon, Jill Dando, who was tragically shot outside her home in 1999. Despite one of the largest homicide investigations in British history, the case remains a chilling enigma. In this episode, we are joined by Detective Chief

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44:49

Sleeping With a Psychopath: Part 2

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2025/01/21

We conclude our two-part true crime mini-series, Sleeping with a Psychopath, as Journalist Helen Fospero and Sky News Crime Correspondent Martin Brunt delve into the chilling story of serial conman Mark Acklom, one of the UK’s most notorious fraudsters. This episode explores how Acklom’s career of deceit began in his teens and evolved into a sophisticated web of international fraud, leaving victims across Europe and beyond in financial and emotional ruin. With exclusive insights, Brunt and

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33:55

Sleeping With A Psychopath: Part 1

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2025/01/14

This week’s episode focuses on the shocking case of Mark Acklom, a serial conman who manipulated Carolyn Woods into parting with her life savings of £850,000. In this two-part series, we examine how Acklom used charm, deception, and extraordinary lies—including claiming he was an MI6 agent—to gain Carolyn’s trust and exploit her financially. Carolyn, who recounts her experiences in her book Sleeping with a Psychopath, joins us to share her firsthand account of how the relationship began and the

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52:43

The Convex Conversation Takeover: Martin Brunt

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2025/01/07

In case you didn't know, Helen hosts her own podcast, The Convex Conversation, where she interviews some of the world's most inspiring figures—including record-breaking athletes, explorers, royalty, scientists, and inventors. Before joining True Criminals, Helen had the opportunity to interview Martin about his remarkable career and his book, No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter. In their conversation, Martin shares gripping stories about his interactions

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35:28

The Knightsbridge Heist: Part 2 - The Interview

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2024/12/24

In the gripping conclusion to our two-part series on the infamous Knightsbridge Heist, we delve into Martin’s exclusive interview with Valerio Viccei—the mastermind behind the world’s largest robbery. Martin reflects on the momentous trip to Italy, where he not only met the enigmatic Valerio but also crossed paths with Detective Dick Leach for the first time. Their shared experience would leave a lasting impression, shaping their perspectives on the audacious man at the center of it all

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33:01

The Knightsbridge Heist: Part 1 - Dick Leach

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2024/12/17

On 12 July 1987, Valerio Viccei and his crew executed one of the world’s largest robberies at the Knightsbridge Safe Deposit Centre in London, stealing an estimated £60 million. A playboy criminal with a dangerous past, Viccei left behind a bloody fingerprint that ultimately led to his capture. In the first part of our True Criminals double episode into the Knightsbridge Heist, hosts Sky News crime correspondent Martin Brunt and journalist Helen Fospero are joined by special guest Dick Leach, the

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39:43

Madeleine McCann: Disappeared - Part 3: Trolls

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2024/12/10

In the powerful conclusion of our three-part mini-series on Madeleine McCann, True Criminals shines a light on the darker side of the internet and its impact on one of the most infamous missing person cases in modern history. Part 3, Trolls, investigates the relentless online harassment faced by Madeleine’s parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, and the devastating consequences of such cruelty. A key focus of this episode is the tragic story of Brenda Leyland, a Twitter user who became the subject of

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