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Harrowing True Crime: Watch 'Point of Contact' Free Now
27 Feb
Summary
- A 10-part true crime series is now streaming for free.
- The series focuses on the emotional toll on Family Liaison Officers.
- Content warnings include child abuse and distressing scenes.
A gripping 10-part true crime documentary series, 'Murder: Point of Contact,' has become available for free streaming on ITVX. This series, with each episode lasting 60 minutes, offers a profound look into the lives of Family Liaison Officers (FLOs).
FLOs are specially trained experts tasked with supporting families affected by murder investigations while simultaneously gathering crucial information. The series highlights the significant emotional toll this demanding role takes on officers as they work to solve crimes from within the heart of affected families.
ITVX has issued trigger warnings for 'distressing scenes,' including child sexual abuse and flashing images. The first two episodes focus on specific cases: the eight-year-old Jamie Lavis case and a girl named Amanda who died in a house fire. Other episodes cover various murder cases and the FLO's involvement.
The documentary aims to show how understanding how victims lived is key to understanding how they died. It emphasizes the vital link between police and the community during such tragic events, showcasing how FLOs help families move towards recovery.
