Crime Next Door
Who Killed the Shakoors?
4. Forensic evidence
May 21, 2025
12 minutes
Available for over a year
Police believe someone broke into their home that night and a fire was started, but no-one has ever been charged.
With claims of evidence compromised, mistakes made and missed opportunities. We turn our attention to the crime scene forensics.
Hear from people closest to the case, speaking for the first time about their concerns.
Written and produced by Gabby Colenso
Presenter: Sonia Watson
Sound Design: John Cameron-McIntosh
Story Consultants: Barney Rowntree and Ben Robinson
Online Producer: Rachael Smith
Series Editor: Shahid Hussain
Commissioning Editor: Alistair Miskin
A BBC Essex production for BBC Sounds.