The Wire: Forensics Murder

For over four decades the brutal 1983 murder of Aberdeen taxi driver George Murdoch has remained unsolved, leaving a family without answers and a community wondering if his killer still walks among them. The brutality of the crime is underscored by the unusual weapon used in the murder, a cheesewire. Presented by Kirsty Wark and narrated by Nicola Walker, this documentary delves into the details of the crime, exploring the significant advancements in forensics that have led to a DNA breakthrough that could help solve the case.

A breakthrough has provided police with a DNA profile believed to come from George Murdoch's killer, but it hasn't matched to any known offender. Detectives track down people across the UK with similar genetic material, who could be blood relatives. Kirsty Wark and Senior Investigating Officer James Callander explore clues uncovered throughout the investigation and reveal how the public can assist in cracking this long-unsolved crime.