Radio 1's Calum Leslie to host BBC's new true crime series Cracking the Case
Entertainment News: Newsbeat Journalist Calum Leslie, known to millions of BBC Radio 1 listeners is to front a major new true crime documentary series called Cracking the Case.
Cracking the Case, a gripping new true crime series, arrives on BBC iPlayer from 1st September.
Across three episodes, journalist Calum Leslie teams up with crime experts Rebecca Mason and Dr Sohom Das to examine how some of the UK’s most infamous criminals were caught — using fingerprints, DNA, camera footage, and psychological profiling.
The series gives viewers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of police investigations, showing how evidence leads to convictions and delving into the psychological makeup of offenders. But it’s not just about the crimes themselves — it also highlights the experiences of victims and their families, revealing the human toll behind the headlines.
Rebecca Mason, a former detective who achieved the UK’s first romance fraud conviction, brings frontline expertise, while forensic psychiatrist Dr Sohom Das explains what drives criminal behavior and the impact on victims.
Calum Leslie says: “We are with the people affected by these crimes, broadcasting their stories. Cracking the Case reveals how investigations take shape and the profound impact these crimes have on victims and communities.”
Featuring detailed graphic explainers, exclusive police interviews, and a step-by-step look at investigations, Cracking the Case is ideal for true crime fans who want to witness justice in action — beyond just the headlines.
Words: Simon Baines
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