Was Justice Served?

Don't just take our word for it - put on your detective cap and examine the evidence for yourself. We've clipped and compiled the case files used in each podcast episode, so you can view key testimonies, photos and more for each crime via Findmypast Collections. Collections allow you to save articles and photos from the Findmypast newspaper archive, and store them within a unique compilation dedicated to an event or topic.

Use this Collection to discover Archibald McKenzie's surprising story in vivid detail.

Don't just take our word for it - put on your detective cap and examine the evidence for yourself. We've clipped and compiled the case files used in each podcast episode, so you can view key testimonies, photos and more for each crime via Findmypast Collections. Collections allow you to save articles and photos from the Findmypast newspaper archive, and store them within a unique compilation dedicated to an event or topic.

With Episode 1's Collection, trace the decade-long grudge between Daniel Gray and George Ewart that would eventually leave one man dead. Ask yourself, does the pursuit of revenge justify such a violent crime? And what part did mental health play in the perpetrator's actions?

Use this Collection to uncover more details about the case and the jury's verdict.

With Episode 2's Collection, trace what happened to Henry Bowles at trial. Was he found guilty of the double murder of Hannah and Edward? What could've been his motivation for potentially murdering his wife and nephew?

Read testimonies from the trial, weigh up the evidence for yourself, and ultimately discover who (and what) was responsible for this violent crime.

Explore the Collection for Episode 3 to dive even further into the tragic death of Rose Harsent and the surprising secrets that her murder revealed.  

Read trial testimonies, weigh up the evidence and determine who (and what) was responsible for this violent crime. 

Use Episode 4’s Collection to dig into the mysterious death of Carrie Lewin. Was a freak accident responsible for her untimely death, or was her partner Robert Poynter to blame? Explore the case files for yourself and come to your own verdict. 

Episode 5’s Collection tells the story of the Ardlamont case, as it played out in real time. Discover the case files and decide who you think was responsible for Cecil Hamborough’s death. Was it an unfortunate shooting accident? Or were more malicious factors at play?