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Killer Dentist's Confession to Air After 18 Years
20 Jan
Summary
- Colin Howell confessed to murdering his wife and lover's husband in 1991.
- The murders were initially believed to be a suicide pact by the victims.
- Howell expressed regret, calling his former lover an 'unfortunate victim'.
Confessions made by Colin Howell, identified as one of Northern Ireland's most notorious killers, are set to be broadcast for the first time. Howell was convicted for the murders of his wife and his lover's husband in 1991.
Initially, the deaths were thought to be the result of a suicide pact between the victims, who were engaged in an affair. However, 18 years later, Howell voluntarily confessed to the police.
This crime significantly impacted Northern Ireland and was later dramatized in an ITV series. Howell's former lover, Hazel Stewart, also faced conviction for her role in the murders.
In recorded police interviews, Howell expressed remorse, describing his former lover as 'a very unfortunate victim of Colin Howell' and stating he regretted her involvement.
