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Matched With A Predator

BBC Radio Scotland

When a dream date spirals into a nightmare of betrayal and abuse, one woman takes matters into her own hands to stop an online predator - and soon discovers she"s far from alone.

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37:18

5. Against The Odds

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/11/14

As the dust settles, questions begin to emerge about whether Harkins could have been stopped sooner. Another woman makes a startling realisation that could have changed everything.

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28:07

4. The Trial

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/11/07

The full extent of Harkins’ abuse is revealed as he stands trial, and his crimes go far beyond fraud. Even the journalist who exposed him is shocked by what she hears. As Harkins’ behaviour finally catches up with him, will the court deliver justice?

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28:38

3. On The Run

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/10/31

The police investigation ramps up and an arrest is made but as the time for Harkins to face justice draws near, he is nowhere to be seen. A look through his past life may reveal some answers. But while he’s staying hidden – is anyone safe?

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24:24

2. The Dam Breaks

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/10/24

A journalist publishes Christopher Harkins' name in the paper for the first time. The story triggers a response she didn't see coming. Suddenly, her phone is ringing off the hook and she’s shocked by what she hears.

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38:40

1. The Holiday

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/10/17

Shannon thinks she's met her match, but what should have been a dream date soon turns into a nightmare. She desperately searches for help but finds closed doors. Is he going to get away with this?

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2:38

Introducing Matched With A Predator

Matched With A Predator ·

2025/10/10

The shocking tale of one of Scotland’s most prolific romance fraudsters and the devastation he left in his wake. Christopher Harkins had an insatiable appetite for money and women – and he knew exactly how to lure them in.

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