Education/Science/Factual Topics★ New
Duration
30 minutes
Series Info
Season 17 Episode 8

Quick Summary

A woman is discovered shot dead inside her own house, prompting a police investigation. Detectives first focus on two suspects: her long‑standing husband and a hostile neighbour known for making threats and displaying violent behaviour in the early stages of the case.

About This Program

Unraveled is a programme formatted as a single episode, positioned within the crime‑drama genre. It follows a conventional investigative structure, presenting a self‑contained story that unfolds over the course of its runtime. The series adopts a straightforward narrative style, focusing on a central murder case that drives the episode’s tension. The plot opens with the discovery of a woman who has been shot dead inside her own house. Her body is found by a family member, prompting an immediate police response. The crime scene is confined to the domestic setting, and the fatal wound suggests a deliberate act rather than an accident. This grim tableau sets the stage for the ensuing investigation. Detectives quickly zero in on two primary suspects. The first is the victim’s long‑time husband, whose marital history and proximity to the victim make him a natural focus for questioning. The second is a neighbour known for violent outbursts and a habit of issuing threats, a character whose reputation adds a further layer of suspicion. Both individuals are placed under scrutiny as the inquiry begins. Initial police theory hinges on the combination of intimate access and a history of intimidation. By concentrating on the husband’s longstanding relationship with the victim and the neighbour’s threatening behaviour, investigators aim to untangle motives and establish a timeline. The episode follows their early attempts to piece together evidence, highlighting the challenges inherent in separating personal connections from criminal intent.

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Medical Detectives broadcasts on True Crime Xtra at 11:00am, Sunday, 8 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime30 mins