In search of justice
Even the most cold-hearted killers the world has ever known can’t run and hide forever, as these CBS Justice (*170) series show. Justice can be served, even if it’s decades later.
If there’s one thing serial killers know, it’s that they can possibly be a heartbeat away from arrest. As these new and returning shows on CBS Justice (*170) demonstrate, the strides in forensic technology and skills of dedicated, trained police officers mean that one misstep can lead to the arrest of even the most elusive of murderers.
DESCENT OF A SERIAL KILLER S1
This intriguing new series looks at the profile of serial killers, from their childhood until the time they turn into fullblown murderers. Former FBI Agent, leading psychological criminologist and specialist in evidence-based profiling Dr Bryanna Fox hosts the series giving invaluable insight into the traits these killers exhibit. The age-old question arises: Were they just born to be bad or did something happen that led them down a path of criminality? Some of the serial killers in the spotlight include Gerard Schaefer who was a cop, Danny Rolling also known as The Gainsville Ripper, and Robert “Bobby” Joe Long, who murdered at least 10 women in eight months.
• Sundays from 3 July at 20:00.
BLOODLINE DETECTIVES S2
prosecutor and TV journalist Nancy Grace returns for a second season of this enthralling series that examines cases that have been solved through Familial DNA – a process where DNA of family members is used to trace criminals. The series features interviews with key witnesses and forensic experts who explain how successful the latest technology has become at solving decades-old crimes. Dramatic reconstruction of the crimes and archival footage will show how genealogy is the best new way to extract evidence and convict criminals.
• Weekdays from Monday 4 July at 19:00.
SNAPPED: KILLER COUPLES S13
No one knows what goes on inside another person’s relationship, no one understands promises that are made, declarations given in the name of love and more. It’s crazy to find out what people will do for each other because of manipulation, blackmail, violence, coercion or just plain stupidity. This long-running series returns with even more couples who somehow spurred each other on to commit violent crimes, including murder. From teens killing parents, to an ex-spouse planning the demise of another, to affairs that turn deadly, these couples foolishly thought that love would conquer all.
• Weekdays from Monday 18 July
at 20:00.