Who are Burke and Hare?

Burke and Hare were 19th-century serial killers in Edinburgh who sold bodies to doctors.

What historical crimes does Vicky McClure's series cover?

The series covers crimes by Burke and Hare, the 'Bible John' case in Glasgow, and cases in London involving Kelso Cochrane and Dr. Crippen.

Who presents the new historical crime series?

The series is presented by actress Vicky McClure and her husband, history buff Jonny Owen.

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McClure & Owen Unearth Grim History

7 Apr

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Summary

Series features actress Vicky McClure and her husband Jonny Owen.
Explores the crimes of Burke and Hare, who sold bodies to doctors.
Covers historical cases including Bible John and Dr. Crippen.

Actress Vicky McClure and her husband, historian Jonny Owen, co-host a new five-part series examining notorious historical crimes. The show begins by exploring the grim reality of Burke and Hare in 19th-century Edinburgh, revealing them as serial killers who sold bodies to medical professionals.

During their investigation, McClure and Owen discuss the era's social conditions with writer Irvine Welsh. The series also travels to Merthyr Tydfil to cover a miscarriage of justice case. Further episodes investigate the Glasgow-based serial killer known as 'Bible John' and infamous London cases like Kelso Cochrane and Dr. Crippen.

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