Railway Murders
Overview
Railway Murders delves into the chilling history of the most infamous killings that occurred on British railways. Spanning over a century, the series kicks off its investigation in 1864, marking the site of the first murder on the railways. Each episode unravels the dark tales behind these crimes, exploring the societal impact and the relentless pursuit of justice. With a blend of historical context and gripping storytelling, viewers are taken on a journey through time, uncovering the mysteries that linger on the tracks of Britain’s rail history.
Episodes
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1
The First Railway Murderer
On July 9, 1864, the first murder on a British train occurred when 70-year-old Thomas Briggs was killed aboard the 9:45 PM train traveling from Fenchu...
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2
The Body In The Tunnel
On June 27, 1881, 64-year-old coin dealer Isaac Frederick Gold was murdered aboard the 2:00 PM express train heading from London Bridge to Brighton. T...
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3
The Police Killer
In September 1895, Detective Sergeant Robert Kidd, aged 37, became the first railway police officer to be killed while on duty. He was investigating a...
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4
The Newcastle Train Murder
On March 18, 1910, John Innes Nisbet, a clerk from Heaton who transported miners' wages for Stobswood Colliery, was murdered. The crime led to the exe...
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5
The Guardsman
Title: The Guardsman Plot: The shocking homicide of 28-year-old Geoffrey Charles Dean, a ticket clerk at Ash Vale station, sends ripples through the ...
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6
Death on the Underground
Title: Fatal Encounter on the Underground Plot: The brutal killing of 73-year-old Countess Teresa Lubienska, a Polish noblewoman, takes place on the ...
