Inside Murder Trial

After two weeks of evidence, the jury sit down for one last session. Each of the advocates reads a carefully curated closing speech - summarising all the key evidence and reminding the jury of the facts. But who will have the most compelling argument? Will any of the speeches sway jurors one way, or another? With nothing more to be said, the jury step away to deliberate in secret. When they return - the fate of the three accused will be revealed. Innocent, or guilty - do you think justice has been done?
Presented by: Jane MacSorley and Tommy Ross KC
Written and Produced by: Darrell Brown
Production Manager: Eilidh Hart
Executive Producer: Iain Scollay
Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane-Darling
A Firecrest Films Production for BBC Sounds

As the trial draws towards a conclusion, the jury are introduced to a science lesson. Can microscopic algae, found in the River Leven, help answer the question of whether any of the accused entered the water? The jury also hears from some police officers involved in the original enquiry, finding out why the accused weren't brought before a court at the time.
And as the final witness completes their testimony, the jury are sent away, ahead of the closing speeches, and the opportunity to reach a verdict.
Presented by: Jane MacSorley and Tommy Ross KC
Written and Produced by: Darrell Brown
Production Manager: Eilidh Hart
Executive Producer: Iain Scollay
Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane-Darling
A Firecrest Films Production for BBC Sounds

After seven days of evidence for the prosecution, it's time for the defence to lead the evidence. And they start with testimony from one of the three accused. Can their account convince the jury of their innocence? Or will the cross-examination prove to be damning?
Also taking the stand are two witnesses who support the idea that George Graham may be culpable. What value will the jury put on these claims?
Presented by: Jane MacSorley and Tommy Ross KC
Written and Produced by: Darrell Brown
Production Manager: Eilidh Hart
Executive Producer: Iain Scollay
Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane-Darling
A Firecrest Films Production for BBC Sounds

What did the three accused say when they were quizzed by detectives? As the prosecution case comes to a close, we hear extracts form those interviews. We learn how all three insist they had nothing to do with Caroline's death. And hear the observations of the officers tasked with obtaining their account. Then - in a dramatic twist - the prosecution announce that one of the charges in the case is set to be dropped. What does this mean for the rest of the trial? 
Presented by: Jane MacSorley and Tommy Ross KC
Written and Produced by: Darrell Brown
Production Manager: Eilidh Hart
Executive Producer: Iain Scollay
Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane-Darling
A Firecrest Films Production for BBC Sounds

Did the accused really take a walk with Archie in the middle of the night? And did they really come back to the house, and start arguing? Well - this episode hears evidence form a witness who says she SAW them through her window. The only problem - they never mentioned seeing anything at the time. We also hear evidence from another witness who spent time talking to young Archie Wilson. And - we hear a claim that Caroline was in fear of George Graham - another man once accused of her murder. 
Presented by: Jane MacSorley and Tommy Ross KC
Written and Produced by: Darrell Brown
Production Manager: Eilidh Hart
Executive Producer: Iain Scollay
Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane-Darling
A Firecrest Films Production for BBC Sounds