Murder Maps

This series explores some of the most shocking murder cases in modern history, probing into the history and using modern science to reveal much more.

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Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 5

Lovers Edith Thompson and Frederick Bywaters were hanged in 1923 for the murder of Thompson's husband. Find out why this case caused such controversy.

Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 6

The Blackout Ripper was one of the most feared men in London during the Blitz. Hear the terror he wreaked in 1942 as he killed four women under cover of darkness.

Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 7

True crime fans should tune in to hear about the case of Neville Heath, an ex-serviceman who killed two women he dated in 1946. How was this callous conman caught?

Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 8

John Christie killed at least eight women during the 1940s and 1950s, including his wife. Hear more about his shocking crimes in this two-parter.

Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 9

WWI veteran John Christie later turned to a life of crime and killed at least eight women. Hear how his murderous spree ended at the gallows.

Murder Maps
Murder Maps

Series 1 | Episode 2

At the time of Jack the Ripper, Victorian London was also tormented by the elusive 'Borough Poisoner', George Chapman. His monstrous murders are revisited here.

About the Show

Murder Maps Trailer
Murder Maps Trailer

Ladies and gentleman wrap up and walk this way for Murder Maps.

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4 Disturbing Victorian Murderers You Might Not Have Heard Of
4 Disturbing Victorian Murderers You Might Not Have Heard Of

The 19th Century had a real rogues’ gallery of eerie killers…