The Killing of Jill Dando: Part 1 – A Nation in Shock

The murder of Jill Dando shocked the UK—this true crime podcast revisits the unsolved case that continues to baffle investigators. In Part 1 of our gripping two-part series, we explore the 1999 killing of BBC Crimewatch presenter and national treasure, Jill Dando, who was shot outside her home in a crime that stunned the nation. Despite one of the largest homicide investigations in British history, the case remains unsolved. Host and Sky News Crime Correspondant, Martin Brunt, the first journalist on the scene, recounts the moment he broke the tragic news to the public. He’s joined by Helen Fospero and Detective Chief Inspector Hamish Campbell of the original “Dando Squad,” to examine the earliest days of the investigation. Why did police focus on Barry George as the prime suspect? What clues were missed? And why, decades later, does this case still leave so many questions unanswered? This episode lays the foundation for a story of twists, controversy, and a justice system under the microscope. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we dig deeper into the theories, the fallout, and the search for the truth. 👉 Subscribe now to follow the full story. ................................................. Shop Air Up here: Treat yourself or someone special to a refreshing twist with Air Up! Enjoy 10% off your order using the code TRUECRIMINALS at ⁠airup.link/truecriminals⁠. Explore all their delicious flavours today. If you liked this episode, try: Death of a Star: The Jill Dando Murder Mystery The Teacher’s Pet Who Killed Daphne? Beyond Reasonable Doubt The Doorstep Murder ............................ Share Your Thoughts and Questions: Connect with us via email at contact@audiobleachglobal.com. We’d love to hear from you! Follow Us: Instagram: @true.criminals Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@True-Criminals Support Us: If you love the podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/TrueCriminals Connect with Martin Brunt: Twitter: @skymartinbrunt Discover more about Martin’s career and the cases he’s covered by reading his book: No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter. Read Here: https://amzn.eu/d/g1WisSY Connect with Helen Fospero: Instagram: @helenfospero Check out Helen’s podcast, The Convex Conversation: Listen Here. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-convex-conversation/id1510209575 Credits: True Criminals is produced by Audio Bleach Global. Visit www.audiobleachglobal.com/truecriminals for more information. Executive Producer: Lee Mann Producer: Russell Barnes Audio Production: Andrew Chappell Music Composition: Chap Mannequin Artwork: Bleached Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices