On midsummer’s night in 1966, two men come face-to-face at a picturesque cottage in a tiny Essex village. Only one of them comes out alive. This is an extraordinary story of stolen crystals and pirate radio; of bitter rivalry and dark family secrets.

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Artwork by Spencer Wilson

Music by Premium Beat

Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle

Tracks featured in this episode:

• Hostiles by Cosmo Lawson
• Dvorjak’s Humouresque by Blue Shift
• Pressing Matters by Mark Fabian
• Philosophy by Eskimotion
• Some Distant Lights by Big Score Audio
• Shadow Chase by Pavel Yudin
• A 1950s Romance by Jonathan Boyle

Caught Up in Crime tells the stories of ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary situations.

From historical tales of family intrigue to contemporary accounts from victims, witnesses and perpetrators - the series takes listeners right to the heart of the crime.

Join host Tom Clarke for weekly episodes from 14th January 2025.