In September 2023, Essex Police forced their way into a family home, after two elderly people had been reported missing by their doctor... and they hadn't been seen since 2019. There stood their daughter, with her hands up. And her chilling confession was caught on camera. But the police had no idea of the horrors they would find in that family hom…

When 36-year-old Elaine O'Hara went missing in August 2012, her family immediately became concerned. She had vanished without a trace. But a year later, a series of extraordinary discoveries and some of the most incredible investigation work Ireland had ever seen, the truth about her disappearance was revealed and it is a case that Ireland, and the…

Grace Millane was a vivacious young woman who loved life. At the age of 21, she decided to live her dream and travel the world. But she would never return. British tourist Grace met up with a man on Tinder in New Zealand and did what millions of young people do every weekend, she went on a date. But this date, would be deadly, leaving a family and …

On the 27th of November 1995, 16-year-old Ruth Wilson went missing in Surrey, England. This case seems to get very little coverage in mainstream media, so in today's episode, I have gathered together the facts surrounding her disappearance. And some of those facts, give us more questions, that answers. This is Real. If you'd like to support the sho…

In 2014, Warriena Wright went to meet a young man she met on Tinder, in Australia's 'Surfers Paradise'. That man was Gable Tostee. What started off as a promising night of fun, turned into a real life nightmare. The events that led to the death of 26-year-old Warriena would be heard by many, because Gable recorded a 199 minute voice recording of th…

Samantha Eastwood was someone who brought life into the world. Described as a warm and caring midwife, she was a friend to many and had a family who adored her. She had recently called off her engagement to a man she had been with for years, and was navigating her new life without him. In July 2018, Samantha went missing after working a night shift…

In 2015, 85-year-old Anthony Tomaselli died at his home in Florida. His family mourned this sad loss and Anthony was laid to rest. But after a series of nightmares, Anthony's daughter Linda told her lover something. Something that was so bad, he hit record on his mobile phone. And the truth behind how Anthony really died turned out to be the ultima…

In February 2018, 47-year-old Julie Reilly went missing from her home in Glasgow. She had recently told her family that she was moving a lodger into her flat, to help care for her as she had a brain injury. The police soon found out who this lodger was.... and the police were now treating this as a murder inquiry. What happened next, is the stuff o…

When a member of the public found a car smashed into a wall on the 31st of July 2022, police, fire and ambulance crews raced to the scene. Two young men were dead and the driver was barely alive. On the surface, this looked like a tragic accident. But what transpired, was far more disturbing. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can…

Ronald Evans has been in prison for over 50 years for committing some of the most heinous crimes Britain has ever seen. But there's a chance, that you have never heard his name. In this episode, I am joined by broadcast journalist Robert Murphy, who is going to help guide us through his criminal past, and how Robert personally, helped to put him ba…

21-year-old Katie Simpson was an exceptional and talented young woman who was thriving in the horse show-jumping community. She had a new relationship, a loving family and a job in a stables that she adored. So when her family were told that she had taken her own life, they couldn't believe it. And their instincts were right and a very dark side of…

Carl Langdell lived part of his life online. He had a blog titled 'Ordinary Decent Human' where he wrote poetry and promoted charity work and also used internet dating sites. But behind that blog and that profile, was a disturbed man who would go on to commit one of the most unthinkable crimes the UK had ever seen. This is Real. If you would like t…

In 2023, the UK government announced it would be investigating the deaths of 2000 patients, who died under Essex mental health services, as part of a public inquiry. With the inquiry now underway, some of the families of those who lost their lives, whilst in the care of Essex Partnership University Trust and its predecessors, are telling their trag…

Ian Huntley, Darren Vickers and Stephen McDaniels - all killers who given the performance of their lives, as they appeal for information for 3 missing victims, all of whom, they had killed. In October 2004, Joe O'Reilly got a call from his children's nursery, to inform him that his wife hadn't picked their children up. She was found murdered in the…

In October 2023, the UK woke up to shocking news. Much loved TV presenter Holly Willoughby had a dangerous stalker who wanted to kidnap her. The plan had been disrupted and Gavin was arrested. But Gavin was a very dangerous man, and this episode will reveal just how dangerous he really is. This is Real. Follow Naomi on Instagram: @naomichannell Fol…

Do you ever feel like you are being watched? In a world where CCTV, mobile phones, doorbell cameras and body worn cameras are seemingly everywhere, we can get caught on camera when we least expect it. There is likely footage out there with our faces on it, and we don’t even realise. But there are spaces when we expect there to be no cameras. Public…

10-year old Karen Pedley was a hero, she saved her family from a potentially life-threatening situation and she was showered with attention. But three decades later, she would be one of the most hated women in Britian. And if she hadn't become a hero.... she may never have become a killer. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do…

When 19-year-old Leah Croucher went missing in 2019 on her way to work, her family, friends and community were left desolate. A few months after she went missing, it was revealed that she had been in a secret relationship and the rumour mill went into overdrive. But it would take a over 3 years to get to the truth. This is Real. If you'd like to su…

In November 2010, a family from Kapunda, Australia were found dead in their home. They had been the victims of a vile, frenzied and evil attack. In a town that had almost no crime, a triple murder was the last thing anyone thought could happen, especially to the Rowe family. They were loved, respected and had many friends in their community. But th…

Sticks and stones may break bones, but words can be deadly. In this new internet age, 'keyboard warriors' are nothing new. The ability to say whatever you want and hide behind a computer screen is too tempting for some. In todays case, we'll examine three very different cases of trolling, all that had devestating consequences. This is Real. If you'…

Kieren Lynch masqueraded himself as a loving husband and doting father. But whilst that was once true, over time his behaviour started to change. When his wife left him to try to give her and her daughters a happier life, Kieren started a campaign of terror against her and even his children. But his campaign ended in one of the most horrific acts o…

In January 2003, 22-year-old Kim Banyard should have been enjoying the happiest moments of her life. She'd just given birth to her first child and she'd seen friends to celebrate her birthday. But when she arrived home on the night of her birthday, she had no idea that it would be her last. And what happened next, was the most incredible case of 'r…

TW: Domestic Violence Emma-Jayne Magson was in a volatile relationship with her on-off boyfriend James Knight. Until one night in March 2016 ended their relationship... and the life of James. But what really happened that night and was James the only victim in this case? This case posses one important question: Are the only victims, the ones who di…

Keep your friends close and your enimies closer. It's a saying we hear often, but what if our enimies are disguised as our friends? In April 2023, Carol and Stephan Baxter were found dead in their armchairs. But when the police realised their deaths were not from natural causes and their investigation led them to a seriously dark and depraved act o…

In 2011, a mysterious double tragedy happened in a mansion in California. 2 people were dead, both under suspicious circumstances. 2 families were left torn apart and with questions. Was 6-year-old Max Shacknai's death an accident? And did 29-year-old Rebecca Zahau take her own life.... or did someone else? This is Real. To see the video mentioned …